Looking for advice. I’m starting to think this job isn’t for me. Not sure if it’s just the firm or what but it is very overwhelming and I don’t feel I get the recognition for all I do. (If anything I’m told it is not enough). What are other job opportunities I should look for?

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All public accounting firms are the same unless you can find the right team and client base. Go work in industry. Yes it is rare to find a good situation in public accounting.

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I’ve been thinking about going to work in industry but I just worry about significant pay cuts

I finally got an industry position that actually pays more and is only 40 hours a week, year round. They do exist. Keep plugging your resume, stay positive and it will pay off in the end.

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I am looking too. This is encouraging to hear!

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