Hey everyone, I'd like to pivot out of my current GL Accounting industry role. I also do not want to go back to Audit. I know there are a number of different certifications out there aside from the CPA (like CIA and CISA) but I am not sure which one would be a good use of my time and provide solid exit opportunities. Maybe even a project management cert? Has anyone else here managed to pivot out of industry accounting / audit into something else? Finance or non-Finance related. My exp below...

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3 years GT Audit - manage small team, manage engagements, audit etc

2 years Industry Accounting - manage small team, improve monthly processes, month-end close, reconciliations, generate financial reports, generate budget and forecasts

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1 year Management Consulting- Sales transformation

Input required on-
1. What is my profile fit for account executive role like?
2. What is the salary I can target? (Current- 19.6 fix+ 3.5 JB+ 4 variable) I am gunning for at least 30% jump on fixed.

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Advice needed: looking to leave public accounting and tax for good. I have two offers between a financial analyst and an accountant role. Based on your experience, which of the two has the best/better exit opportunities (should I decide to pursue the finance realm or something else) and better work life balance? The bigger pay as an analyst is tempting, but the company benefits are meh.

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Going to a new firm and bringing a client or two with deadlines before I leave — can I do the work now but bill the time later at my new firm as long as I don’t double bill at my current firm?

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Hi!!
Would anyone be willing to refer me for positions at
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I am currently within the CRO industry in a very well-connected HR role within my organization, and I single-handedly spearhead some of the most innovative HR programs for our entire organization. I am looking for new opportunities for growth :)

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Could someone please suggest how to handle this situation?
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Need referance for ReactJs developer position.
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Hi Fishes,
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Didnt allocated any project yet.

Now i am looking for a change:
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Notice period: 30days
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skills: java, spring boot, hibernate.

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We have multiple Bizops and devops openings at Mastercard, let me know if you need referral.

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Best books on leadership? Highly enjoyed Servant Leadership book

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Rightpoint (22 fixed+ 1 joining bonus)
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Tech stack Frontend Developer (react js, JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3)

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I've decided to leave public for an Accounting Manager position in private. What are the different types of companies to consider and the pros/cons? What are the best ways to get the position? I'm leaning toward GL accounting at a publicly-traded company. My background is 3.5 years audit and 2.5 years technical accounting advisory.

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