i just graduated in may w a bs in finance & i was able to land a job in r&d tax that paid way more than any other offers i received. so far i like the job, but im nervous that i may have specialized too early in my career and it may make it harder for me get into the finance roles i originally wanted... what should i do?

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Tax is the least likely accounting job to pivot into finance (outside of internal audit). I recommend leaving sooner than later.

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The job jumper was so twenty twenty

I’ve seen R&D people pivot out to finance transformation or other consulting roles. Since you’re a new hire, firms should be okay with starting out in accounting but pivoting to something else. If you’re gunning for IB, then its too late. Look for 1 or 2 finance related consulting roles, network, then make a move within 1 year so that you’re not pigeonholed.

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