What’s the best way to fast track myself to a managers position? (In ops finance)

Recently got promoted to senior. Have 4 years experience overall and a Bachelors in Finance.

Best programs to specialize in?
Blue prism, UI path, or AA

What have you found most helpful in training up a very green junior brand planner or junior strategist? Any particular trainings or resources that are great at teaching foundational skills? I’ll be pulling them into projects and teaching through doing but I need some assistance in building up their core skills/training the strategy muscle.

I applied through a referral at Deloitte advisory, but it’s been a while. I had a recruiter reach out for Deloitte Advisory, would the recruiter help at all? Or would it just be a waiting game for the referral?

Is financial reporting a work life balanced job with decent pay? Current an audit manager 1 thinking about leaving public accounting. FR folks, What is your hour and pay level?

Who decides the Hike percentage in EY GDS ?

Please help me to understand if counsellor plays any role in hike percentage or is that based on Current rating we have got while VPB announcement ?

What are general thoughts on EY digital? Having exploratory convos with them. I know not as mature as D & ACN, but is there legit growth potential?

Hi All,

My sister is searching for a job. She is currently working as PMO in Infosys from last 2 years (she has only 2 years experience). Can someone please provide referral for PMO role in Capgemini Pune?

Thanks in advance... 😊

What would be an exit opportunity like for someone with both FDD and CDD experience?

Hello everyone! This is my first time posting since joining this platform. I’m interested in connecting with someone who is open to HR mentoring. I’ve been in HR now for about six years and have never had a mentor. I’ve been relying mostly on SHRM and other people in the company for feedback. Even if it’s for feedback, I would really appreciate it. Thank you!

For the people at the Manager level, do you want to become partner? Has your opinions and views changed in the past couple of years?

Any info on FTI Consulting? Heard about a senior consultant job in the restructuring group and curious what people have to say about it: salaries, benefits, WLB, growth, etc.

Do you ever regret your career choice? I’m beginning to realize I may not have wanted to be a mechanical engineer after all. What other career options are there for me with my current degree?

What’s the best CFA study material?

Is it worth it to pay for your own certification ?

Anyone working for Oracle Cerner / Cerner Corporation and can provide a referral?

Hi guys ,
Which is best among CGI and HCL for automation testing role?

Anyone hear of a patent attorney going to an investment bank, hedge fund, or venture capital firm?? Considering a change. Thought I could use my skills to help investors analyze and valuate companies.

Other than me being sick of my job and wanting more money, what are some other good reasons I can tell a recruiter why I'm looking for a lateral position change?

How has anybody had luck with getting freelance account gigs? Been silent in LA

Started my grad job in consulting and keen on getting a credit card - any advice?

How's HSBC in Coforge?
For 6+ yoe, mainframe developer
Hyderabad

Work culture, Job security, Bench policies?

Opinions about TMW London?

Is Phi Beta Kappa worth it? Partially subsidized, but will it give me any edge in getting an entry-level data analyst job.

Is the IT infrastructure side of ServiceNow a good niche to focus in? My last 2 consulting projects were relating to APM & CMDB so I’m wondering if I should stick with this

Help! Need an intervention - what are your proven secrets for managing receipts when travelling? I'm in paper hell...

Would it be hard to get a exp associate role in advisory at a B4 as someone with about 10 months in audit at EY, 7 months experience in corporate accounting at a F300 and CPA? Hated my time at the F300 but had thought the grass would be greener in industry. I’m starting a financial analyst position at a major hospital system in my area soon and want to stick with that for a couple years before making a transition but was curious if I just don’t have the right experience for a role in advisory.

Has Coforoge provided joining bonus to anyone., if yes how much can we ask?

I’m looking into exiting consulting and moving into product management. Picked up a few books to read. Would a PM certification provide a lot of value? Any other tips are appreciated! Thank you.

How to handle the when company doesn’t have Work life balance They literally Have in times and No out times 9 To 9 or sometimes till 10 11

First PI case. Just got defendant’s discovery back. I asked for all policies to see any potential coverage and was just sent back the 2-page dec page. Is that normal? What is my response/objection to this?

Are tears considered business casual or not really?

Any charismatic churches with a decent group of young professionals in Philly?

Small Firm Question:
Working PA for the first time this year. Doing a lot of returns right now.

History of my firm: small (7 employees, two interns), was a single CPA show for 20 years. Cont.

Do you think getting SQL/Python experience is worth the extra time for financial analyst roles coming from Big 4 tax consulting? I would love to hear any advice for shifting towards the financial modeling path from accounting. Thanks!

I’m looking for a real estate agent in South Florida to help my buy a house. Must be an aggressive negotiator. Any recommendations?

Looking for a pair of stylish but comfortable shoes for the weekend grind. What do you guys wear?

I'm thinking about starting something, but I want to be well versed in entrepreneurship before I do. Any recommended resources (websites, podcasts, books, etc.)? Thanks!

Any good stories from 2008-2010?

Are tears considered business casual or not really?

Which PE firms in Boston have the best reputations?

How many hours are you IBD guys REALLY working. Everyone says 80+ hours but never seem to be around when you need them

Nothing worse than an analyst who thinks they know everything and can't think big picture - neither can you take direction nor do you understand broader context around said comments

Has anyone here been interviewed by a major news outlet? I have an opportunity but it has to do with a negative event for my employer, so I’m hesitant.

What’s your take on Ackman’s CNBC interview in light of his bet on credit spreads?

Does anyone know what the base salary increase is going from Analyst to AVP at Barclays in the UK is? Front office trading role

Feeling really overwhelmed and wondering if anyone else has struggled with something similar: I’ve been with the same company for about three years and I feel like it’s time for a change of pace. Poked around on LinkedIn and there wasn’t a single listing I was interested in that I felt genuinely qualified for. Did I somehow fall behind or does everyone just have unrealistic expectations?

Any insight on CAIA? Difficulty and whether it impacts salary?

Best self-help books on the market? I've been consistently unhappy lately. Something needs to change.

Plot twist: Ivanka is Putin's daughter

Any good book recommendations for profitability and performance management for banking industry? Or books on best practices for calculating economic capital?

Do you think blue light glasses actually work? I am staring at a computer screen, reading numbers, and sending emails all day and I’ve been getting headaches more and more lately. Just wanted to see if they’ve helped anyone out before I invest.

Is bonus usually 20% of base for finance roles, especially at VP and SVP level? The company recruiter has asked what are my bonus expectations

Apologies for the awkward venue...but any one else struggling with addiction slash self destruction slash wtf am I doing in life?

Thinking of moving to NYC from the west coast for family reasons. The concern, however, is whether I'm too spoiled by the west coast environment / hours. Additionally, how is housing/rent there?

How do you and your partner (married or not married) split financials?