Is investment accounting a good career path? Looking for any insight to the role, career progression, exit ops, etc. I got the opportunity to work at a very well known wealth asset management company as an investment accountant. I do enjoy finance as well. Pay is very good so I’m wondering if I should take the opportunity?

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Don’t mistake working as an accountant for mutual funds, etc. as working in finance. It’s a niche accounting skill set and you’ll quickly become pigeonholed.

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The above answer is a good one in my opinion.

It’s not traditional accounting so your exit ops would still be assets and wealth management company

This is more of a geographical question. If you live in New York City and will stay in New York until you are retired. It’s a great career. There is a lot of companies, and jobs pay well. But if you are not in NYC. You will most likely be in a market with less options for employers.

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