Was laid off earlier and still looking for a job. I’m super interested in fp&a but keep getting sr accountant opportunities. Is it worth to bit the bullet and do the sr acct role for sometime and keeping looking or wait it out? Not trying to get pigeonholed into accounting.

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I’d take it while you look. Just don’t put it on your resume if you quit a month in. And be aware of the company you’re joining in the interim as you will burn a bridge (don’t do this to your dream company).

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I mean you have to make money to live. It’s not your fault you have to look out for yourself, don’t feel bad - anyone would do it.

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I would! Always better to look for a job when you have one

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I’d rather buy gainfully employed right now than worry about career projection. But I’m also not you or in your financial situation

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