Where to go for career advice? I’m an audit senior, not enjoying PA, intrigued by finance/FP&A, but not sure if it’s wise to jump from PA to those due to starting over in new field/compensation impact

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Bro same here I guess it’s better to use transferable skills to get into the company you like first and then do internal transfer

You likely won't have to take a cut in pay, and those "new job, starting from the bottom" feelings will arise anytime you take on a new position regardless of your current level (at least up until MD / Senior Manager).

Knowing a lot in PA doesn't mean you know a lot in industry. Stay humble and continue to work hard - there's a learning curve regardless of where you go and what you do.

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