What are peoples thoughts on going from a managerial position to an IC? Has anybody done that? Any words of wisdom? I see the senior analyst level roles that pay more compared to what I make as a senior manager. Would love to get some thoughts.

Looking for some tips on how to negotiate salary during annual reviews (I’m ashamed to say I’ve never negotiated before).
I’ve been at my company for a while and been promoted a few times with small salary increases. Based on my research, I think I’m paid well for my location and role, but I know that external hires that are hired into my company in lower levels are being offered the same salary as me.

Hey all, new to this bowl. Currently a Tech Recruiter and eventually want to make the transition into a HRBP or HR Generalist role. Would love to hear from anyone who started in recruiting then transitioned into another area of HR. Have been thinking of either working on PHR certification or MBA with focus in HR mgt. Thanks!

Can anyone refer me in Accenture, I have 3years of experience on middleware technology, Currently serving notice period of 45days,I want to change my carrier path in .net field ,if there is any openings in Accenture please refer me.

Job transition question: I recently accepted an offer for a new role with Merrill Lynch, the following day I was fired from my previous employer. I haven’t filled out the updated work history background check info yet. The reason for termination was due to performance expectations not being met. Should I reach out to my new employer and let them know that I’ve been terminated? Should I just put the termination update on the background check form and leave it at that? Wondering what I should do.

Hi everyone! I am about to complete by MBA finance by the mid of 2022, I am currently looking for a job in Pune, and I come from a background in Finance and Accounting (F&A). I have 3.5 years’ experience . I am comfortable with EPR system and am knowledgeable about payment reconciliation and cash application

If anyone knows of a job opening where I would be a good fit, I'd appreciate if you could send them my way! Of course, if you have any suggestions for where to start.

I’m starting a new job at the end of next month transitioning from a firm to in-house. In house attorneys — what are your tips for success in this role? Any favorite in-house resources? Surprising differences between firm life and in-house life? I won’t have a GC to lean on, so I am trying to prepare myself. Thanks in advance!

Looking to get into real estate tech sales in a fully remote position. I’m coming up on 1 year of recruiting/sales experience making about $85-90k. Any advice for companies to look for where I can make 6 figures while getting remote flexibility?

If you were SM / AP level and going to a large PE portco how much equity would you need for a VP level role if they asked you to take a base pay cut down to $200k?

Hi Fishes,

I'm currently doing a support role at my current organization CAPGEMINI and i want to move to .net
I have 3 months experience as an intern - .net full stack (MVC, WEB API, HTML/CSS/JavaScript with Bootstrap, jQuery, Sql server, Postman API, Unit testing)
Yoe - 1y
CTC current - 4LPA

Can I jump to different companies with just revising .net concepts? Is it possible? And also what would be the expected CTC for someone like me?
TIA

Looking to exit public accounting for an accounting manager job. What's a good % salary and total comp increase? What's the best type of company to exit to? How can I get the best offer (recruiter)? 6.5 Total YOE (3.5 years audit and 2 years accounting advisory).

Is Technical Program Manager in Facebook or Google a good role? Or is a lot like PMO? I am a manager at PwC.. I don’t like to sit in meetings all through the day. So trying to see if this role is a good fit for me

Thinking of taking a new CC position for more $$, but scared to leave behind current job, which has a LOT of flexibility, nobody looking over my shoulder as to working hours as long as work is done and internal clients are satisfied. What is the “typical” corporate counsel role like in this regard? During the interview, direct manager said he treats his people as professionals, and the role is 100% remote. Anyone experience monitoring/tracking software, or be on video all day, in a CC role?

Hello FinPros,

As we all know, Collaboration and knowledge sharing is key to success. Finance as function plays key role in Business and it's also continuously evolving owing to technological, regulatory changes.

Purpose of this bowl is to help each other grow and share knowledge.

Please follow the guidelines AND DO NOT SHARE INSIDER, PROHIBITED INFORMATION.

Thanks.

Anyone in big four accounting willing to give a referral?

Unexpectedly stepping into the managing partner position at my office (smaller office of large firm). Looking for any and all tips, books, podcasts, apps, and other resources on effective law firm management, time management as a managing partner, organizational resources, etc. The internet has so many suggestions but I’m hoping to hear what’s been helpful to you personally. Thanks!

Curious if DE Shaw requires a drug test in employment screening?

Hi Fishes,
Can anyone say me how many days does Oracle India takes to complete bgv and send the offer letter. My application status is showing offer sent and the day it was showing the same , I received a bgv link. I have already sent the required documents on the same day but still not received my offer letter. Can any one help?

I have an offer from UST global for the Bangalore location. Can anyone please tell me about the work culture and if work from home is going to be continued throughout 2022?

What is your salary at Director/SM level for IT audit? PA or Industry

I was asked to review and sign off on work papers I am not comfortable with and didn’t work on. If the work papers are not in good shape then to remove signatures before archiving. What should I do?

Need to buy a car and really struggling. Always do. Just a million better things to do with the money. Thoughts on a good VALUE that won’t make me feel like an idiot? Not hung up brand for show. Heard good things about the Genesis, Lexus ES and LS. Live in the Northeast so need all or front-wheel drive. Would rather keep it under $80k. Happy to spend half that much or less.

I recently left my old job for a new one thinking it would be amazing and only 1.5 months in and boy was it a mistake. It took me 8 months to find/land this job and now I have to start all over again while in yet another bad environment. I guess I needed to vent my anxiety and fear about this situation. But I do have a question, how do I answer questions about my current situation to recruiter or interviewers?

If you were SM / AP level and going to a large PE portco how much equity would you need for a VP level role if they asked you to take a base pay cut down to $200k?

anyone work at MUFG in LA? if yes, hows the atmosphere/culture?

Do you ever rate your call quality on Teams?

About to hit 10k members! I think we just breached the top 5 bowls on here (next stop: “personal investments bowl” ✊).

Given the situation, have any of you specifically started redeeming points for Amazon gift cards or other items rather than travel? Thinking it might be a good way to save cash..

Any recommendations for a men’s overcoat that hits mid-thigh? Looking for something to wear with a suit or dress down with jeans

How are Deloitte’s cyber sec bonuses ?

Internet on a coast to coast flight did not work on a united flight. How and who do you complain for compensation?

I’m a new PM and I’ve come across what I think is a problem with my companies story refinement process. It’s seems as if the devs estimate user stories but QA don’t. It’s just dawned upon me because at the end of each sprint we have a bunch of features that are not complete as there is a stack of them in the testing queue.

QA also don’t feed into the commitment into for each sprint during sprint planning.

This seems wrong to me? Anyone have any advice?

Hi fishes, need 11 Likes to DM for referrals. Please like. Thank you

Any devs open to chatting about joining a startup for equity? Health tech app focused on physical therapy. DM me if interested.

People who power trip at work, Why?

Those who don’t, what methods do you use to keep power trippers in check?

Any MBB fish willing to refer me? I will DM with profile if yes. I work with Deloitte now in strategy in projects around business transformation in tech, telecom and consumer industries.

Anyone have good recs on books/podcasts etc to get more familIar with the world of Venture Capital, how to think like an investor? Thanks!

Is it okay to give two weeks notice then go on PTO for a week? I don’t want to push my two weeks out after my vacation b/c I want to have some relax time before I start my new job.

Hey Fishies, want some genuine advice. I was reached out by the C-suite from a smaller company in the same field and the interviews went well. I didn’t share any salary expectations and they... contnd

Have opportunity for a cool government job doing strategy and innovation for them. Is it easy to re-enter the market after spending some years in a government role? Would people value the work equally

Anyone have insights on Berkeley Partnership -specifically NY expansion? Seems like a different / interesting option and curious if anyone has worked with them.

Deloitte is not for me. I’ve been here for a year as an A. When can I leave? Should I stick it out to 2 years to get bonus / title bump or leave now

How do you recruit for FANG? Are there headhunters you reach out to?

Does anyone have insight on working at Ellen MacArthur foundation or similar organizations focused on circular economy?

Anyone willing to offer a referral at ZS?

I want to go from Tech Consulting to Commercial Law (UK). I know that I need to apply for Vacation Schemes, or try my luck with a Training Contract. Any advice would be much appreciated!

What level should I target if I have 5yoe post-mba, 7.5yoe total, all in consulting? I have been interviewing for Director level roles but when I talked to a friend today, he said he was surprised I wasn’t going for Sr Director. Most Sr Director roles list 10+ yoe as a requirement. Is consulting experience considered more than regular yoe?

Feels like every role requires 5 YOE now, sheesh

How do I talk my way around a poor under grad GPA without a GMAT or anything outside of professional experience to compensate for it? Also, can employers gain access to your ACT scores in BG check?

Interviewing for internal strategy roles at a few firms in the coming weeks (retail, CP, healthcare) at manager level. Would value any tips on casing for corporate and how it differs from MBB casing.

What is program manager level at Google/Amazon equivalent to in consulting - manager or senior manager? Anyone has any insights into the salary range?

What are some questions you’d ask the hiring team AFTER you received an offer? I feel like there is so much I don’t know and I’m not sure where to start…

I want to get a job at BCG. Any recommendations on how to accomplish or anyone I can have a conversation with to understand the process?

Anyone exit to tech, and while the comp is good, feel like the leveling was not entirely right? How did you deal with it?

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