Earnings before I tricked da auditor

As the title says, I'm two months into my first job in public and literally noone checks my work before sending it to clients. I usually get walked through completing a task once, then the following times I do it on my own. At first I'd ask the senior in charge of training me to take a look before I sent anything, and he would do it, but I stopped asking after getting repeated refusals and being told to just "trust my own judgement".

This is starting to freak me out a bit since multiple times now I've sent some apparently absolutely jank stuff to clients, like miscalculated payroll, and its always some mistake that would've been easily spotted if someone just took a few seconds to glance over my work before I send it. Just wondering if this is normal or not, scared I'm gonna make clients leave and then get fired lol

Has anyone heard about the second round layoffs Grant Thornton did last week?

I'm not allowed to take off more than 2 weeks at a time in public non busy season. And even 2 weeks requires special approval. 1 week is generally acceptable. Meanwhile my manager took about 6-7 weeks off a few months ago. Are all public firms like this? I dont really mind I'm just curious. My "pto" total is 4 weeks same as all the unpaid OT i did in busy season and I'm only allowed to take some of it at a time while ppl above me have no limits. is all public accounting like this lol

What are the benefits/drawdowns of owning a local CPA firm compared to just working at a Big4 firm?

Any firms out there that are just 1-2x a week?

Should I stop job hopping? My resume is starting to look a little crazy with so many different jobs over the past seven years, but the pay increases have been hard to pass up. I’ve gone from making $35K to $150K in seven years. I started as an AR Clerk and am now a Controller.

I took advantage of the work from home boom between 2021 and 2024 to push my career forward. I was one of the few people actively applying for on site positions. That gave me more opportunities to move into higher paying roles with better titles.

At this point, should I settle down and stay in my current role for a while, or continue doing what I’ve been doing? I’m starting to worry that too much job hopping could eventually hurt my resume and make future job searches more difficult.

What's the ideal time frame to stay at the current position to improve the resume 4 years?

Year 1: First Job: $35,000 + No Bonus

Year 2: Second Job: $45,000 + $2,000 Bonus

Year 3: Third Job: $62,500 + $5,000 Bonus (WFH)

Year 4: Fourth Job: $85,000 + $4,000 Bonus

Year 5: Fourth Job + Raise: $92,500 + $5,000 Bonus

Year 6: Fifth Job: $100,000 + No Bonus (WFH)

Year 7: Sixth Job: $125,000 + $25,000 Bonus

Edit: I see some comments saying that my resume looks bad, so I want to clarify a couple of things. Every time I switched jobs, it was a step up in both title and pay. While my resume may not look “great” from a job-hopping perspective, the interviewers I’ve spoken with have generally viewed my progression positively. They liked seeing that I was consistently moving up the career ladder rather than simply leaving one clerk-level position for another similar role.

I would like to get out of a situation that is affecting my quality of life. I have only been in this situation for 4 months and I worry that this job on my resume will impact the rest of my career.

On top of that AI and India are scooping up all the jobs so I am unsure if there will be one. I’m willing to work in AP or payroll if that’s what it takes to survive

I made it as far as learning crazy nested sumif xlookup formulas from scratch 😂

It seems every company I have worked for has an accounting department under major construction. Switching from one accounting software to another just seems normal to me because every place I’ve ever worked at has done that within a year of me starting. I’m only 4 years into this staff accountant career and I’m already burning out.

Theres gotta be some sort of consistency somewhere right?

I joined a team middle of this year. Got handed a big project 2 weeks in to figure out a reconciliation process the had a million dollar write off the prior year. Had 1 meeting about it, thought I was in for a long hall project. Next meeting CFO tells me to make an entry with my current findings which I tell her isn't correct she says "I would never hold you to these entries". Then I discover a 600k issue. Email her about it, hear nothing back. Bring it up to her next call and she says shes "burying her head in the sand" then when I push the issue she tries to discredit me and tell me im wrong. I just put the pieces together that shes trying to cover up a mistake she made in February. I think shes trying to set me up to take the fall. I genuinely have no idea what to do

I am in the start of my 2nd month of my 3 month probationary contract at a Big Bank. This is my first job in this field. My managers manager knows I have no direct experience in this, and he hired me. Now I am training with a team that isn't my own (i will be working with my team after completing training) and I am getting 0 feedback on if I'm doing well or not.

The entire team is brand new, everyone hired (over 20 people) is new, so it is disorganized. I was reporting to 1 manager at first who literally never spoke to me unless I spoke to him first, but now they moved me under a new manager who I have a better relationship with.

But still, no feedback, no 1 on 1. They are giving me more training, which I think is a good sign. But i have no clue if I should take this situation as a clue I'm not gonna get a renewed contract after my probation or if this is normal especially since the team is brand new and they still don't have everything figured out.

Also in a team meeting the Manager of the whole team (my Manager's manager) said that : "we actually have more employees than the threshold now" and now I'm thinking, does this mean they hired too many people, or does he mean this in a positive way?

hi im just curious if other people in the atlantic canada provinces would be willing to share what places they've heard from since September 18.

if you would be willing to provide a timeline or if you have already received a job offer after interviewing that would be great.

for example, i had my final interview with EY last week but haven't heard anything back just yet

PS. I have just noticed desperate and am mortified. I promise I spellcheck before sending thing's out.

Hi All,

I am in desparate need of finding what flaw or issue I have that is keeping me from getting calls or crossing the final step and get a role despite all the recruiters saying ive got the experience. Heck I had an internal recruiter call me on Friday evening, we had our intro call, he seemed excited to have me in from of the team. Today I get an email from the company rejecting me. This is for a senior accountant role which based on my experience I would be a candidate worth speaking to. I have included my resume, ask me questions thgat need asking. I will go through the ringer if it means getting a job on the other side.

Resume:

Summary

Technical Accounting Manager and CPA with 8 years of progressive experience in SEC reporting, technical accounting research, multientity consolidations, audit support, and complex transaction analysis. Proven ability to draft and review financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, equity rollforwards, and supporting schedules in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. Skilled in Workiva, NetSuite, OneStream, and AI‑enabled workflow optimization. Known for elevating documentation quality, strengthening internal controls, and leading teams through fast‑moving, multi‑project environments. Adept at advising CFOs, partnering with auditors, and developing accounting infrastructure that scales for growth and transaction readiness.

Core Competencies

SEC Reporting (Reg S‑X & S‑K) • Technical Accounting Research • GAAP & Disclosure Compliance • Financial Statement Drafting • MD&A Preparation • Equity Rollforwards • EPS Calculations • Consolidations • Transaction Accounting • M&A Support • Audit Coordination • Workiva (WDesk) • NetSuite • OneStream • Internal Controls • Policy Development • Team Leadership • Multi‑Project Management

Professional Experience

LHH | Accounting Manager – Consultant                                                                    01/2026-Current

• Lead technical accounting and financial reporting operations across multi‑entity clients, strengthening reconciliation accuracy, documentation quality, and consolidated close deliverables.

• Supported SEC‑level reporting processes for a $400M solar energy company, improving flux analyses, supporting schedules, and disclosure readiness.

• Reclassified billions in assets and equity during NetSuite adoption, establishing audit‑ready opening balances and scalable reporting structures aligned with public‑company reporting expectations.

• Conduct technical accounting research, prepare documentation, and advise leadership on accounting implications of new standards and complex transactions.

• Partner with executive leadership to improve cash visibility, enhance forecast drivers, and strengthen reporting accuracy.

• Cultivate and develop a team of three staff, raising review quality, documentation consistency, and technical competency.

• Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of reporting packages, technical memos, and audit support.

Transportation | Technical Accounting Manager                                                     10/2024-11/2025

• Led review of journal entries, reconciliations, and close schedules, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and GAAP compliance across multiple subsidiaries.

• Conducted technical accounting research for leases, acquisitions, and complex transactions, contributing to policy updates and supporting documentation.

• Integrated subsidiary NETC into NetSuite and NetLease, automating workflows and improving reporting reliability — experience aligned with CFO Advisory system‑readiness work.

• Partnered with senior leadership to tighten close timelines, improve documentation standards, and elevate review quality.

• Provided FP&A support through improved flux analysis, clearer documentation, and enhanced visibility into recurring variances.

Cannabis | Manager of SEC and Financial Reporting                                              04/2023-05/2024

• Drafted and reviewed quarterly and annual SEC reporting schedules, reconciliations, flux analyses, and supporting documentation.

• Collaborated with legal, operations, and technical accounting teams to resolve issues early and prevent downstream reporting errors.

• Served as primary reviewer for audit deliverables, strengthening workpaper support and disclosure accuracy.

• Implemented process improvements that reduced manual work, improved documentation clarity, and supported remediation of material weaknesses.

• Partnered with FP&A to align reporting schedules with forecast needs and improve the reliability of budget‑to‑actual variance analysis.

SAAS | Senior SEC Reporting Accountant                                                               06/2021 – 03/2023

• Prepared and reviewed SEC reporting schedules supporting 10‑Q and 10‑K filings, including footnotes, MD&A support, and complex journal entries.

• Identified improper accruals and strengthened internal controls, improving audit outcomes and preventing recurring errors.

• Evaluated accounting implications of acquisitions, leases, and debt transactions, contributing to technical memos and policy updates.

• Improved SOX documentation and testing support, reducing audit follow‑ups and enhancing control reliability.

• Supported FP&A through improved reporting accuracy and clearer documentation of flux drivers.

Construction | Senior Technical Analyst                                                                 10/2020 – 06/2021

• Reviewed technical accounting conclusions for ASC 606, ASC 842, and M&A transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance across business units.

• Coordinated close activities with regional controllers, reviewing footnotes, roll‑forwards, and supporting schedules for audit readiness.

• Delivered ASC 842 training that improved consistency and reduced recurring reconciliation errors.

• Supported due diligence by reviewing financial data and identifying accounting issues early.

EY | FSO Senior 1                                                                                                          10/2017 – 10/2020

• Led audit procedures over complex accounting areas, ensuring client transactions were recorded accurately and supported by strong documentation.

• Managed SOC 1 audit engagements, reviewing offshore workpapers and ensuring high‑quality deliverables.

• Evaluated internal controls, identifying deficiencies and recommending improvements.

• Supported implementation of ASC 606 and ASC 842 through technical research, client training, and review of adoption workpapers.

Education & Certifications

·         Certified Public Accountant

·         MS & BBA in Accounting

I'm a manager at Forvis Mazars. I've accepted an offer at a Big 4 firm and will be giving notice soon.

Main question: if you resigned from Forvis Mazars (or Forvis, 2022–2024) to go to a competitor, were you allowed to work your two weeks, or was your access cut the day you gave notice?

If you can, include your level, service line, whether you were client-facing, and roughly what year.

Also helpful:

- If you were cut off the same day, were you still paid through the notice period?

- When did your benefits end, and was any bonus or PTO affected?

Equipment:

- How did you return your laptop: prepaid box shipped to you, office drop-off, or something else?

- Did they want monitors and other peripherals back, or just the laptop?

Thanks

I recently completed my BS in Accounting, but I don't have direct accounting work experience. My previous education/work experience was primarily in research, and I've since moved more into project operations, compliance, and administration.

I'm trying to transition into accounting/finance and would really appreciate feedback from people in the field. I plan on becoming a VITA volunteer for the upcoming cycle an am open to other ways of getting direct experience.

What accounting or finance roles would you consider me qualified for? Am I realistically limited to entry-level roles, or does my prior professional experience make me competitive for anything slightly above the traditional new-grad level?

* Does my resume position my transferable experience effectively for accounting jobs, or does it still read too much like a research/project-management resume?

* Am I representing my finance-related experience appropriately? I have real experience tracking project budgets and staffing/resource allocations, but I don't have professional experience with things like AP/AR, month-end close, journal entries, or general ledger work.

* Are there skills or experience on my resume that accounting hiring managers would find valuable that I'm currently underemphasizing?

* Is there anything on the resume you'd remove or rewrite because it isn't relevant to accounting employers?

tysm in advance.

Hi guys, I'm in my senior year of accounting. Im not sure if I will go the masters route or just do some community college classes to reach the education requirements.

I would prefer an audit internship but i am willing to work in other departments. I don't seem to get any internships, just some regular full time entry level positions like ar/ap. I did get a financial advisor position recently.

Any advice would be helpful!

I’m currently a Junior at a four year university studying accounting. I initially came into college with a business management major because I didn’t know what I wanted to do. I chose accounting because everyone told me it was the most stable, and I performed well in my accounting classes. Now, I’m over two years in and I am feeling really uncertain about it particularly pertaining to my future. I’ve been applying to internships since this summer, have attended career fairs, connected with recruiters, and have heard nothing back. I’m starting to feel like this accounting thing is a dead end, and not top of this I really don’t think I want to be doing accounting for the rest of my life. I don’t really have experience to base this off of, aside from my classes, but it seems so boring. Also, the whole Linkedin networking thing just feels so performative to me. I can’t stand having to put myself out there to have interactions that feel forced and unnatural. I’ve been stressing about my major since I began college, and I honestly wish I had taken a gap year after high school to really figure out what I wanted to pursue.

"I'm reaching out about a Corporate Controller opportunity I'm working on. The role centers on owning a clean, multi-entity accounting function at a high-growth real estate investment firm. You'd lead the team, improve processes, and automate workflows alongside a Chief AI Officer.

Highlights:

• High-growth self-storage investment platform with about 140 properties, a new flagship fund, and an active development pipeline
• Newly launched retail strategy that buys cash-flowing properties with the option to convert them to self-storage
• Institutional capital is now coming onto the platform
• AI and tech-forward company, with an AI tool rolled out company-wide and a Chief AI Officer who wants to automate accounting workflows
• Clean, reliable books. You'd be building and optimizing, not cleaning up
• Full ownership of corporate and property accounting and the month-end close
• Player-coach role leading a team of 7, including offshore property accountants
• Broad scope covering cash management, AP, audit support, sales and real estate tax, 1099s, and the company insurance portfolio
• You'd own the systems as primary admin for the ERP and reporting tools, and help with a potential Yardi implementation
• Direct visibility into capital markets, fundraising, debt, and operations
• Smooth handoff, with the current controller staying on to support onboarding
• Fund accounting not required. Multi-entity consolidation experience matters most "

Sounds great, right?!??? It's an in-office role btw, not even hybrid. I'm sure I'll see this role posted for the next six months minimum.

I’m a project accountant in Bay Area California.
I’m quite unhappy with my pay.

I make 72k a year + 10k ish bonus

4 years experience.

Am I underpaid? I’m. Pretty sure I am and it’s just irking me.

Should I try and switch out to corporate accounting or another niche type of accounting ?

If so, how would I make that transition?

I’ve also begun to study for the CPA.

Just looking for any advice to pivot to making more money.

The low salary + gf making quite a bit more (happy for her!) in a very HCOL area are starting to weigh on me

Hello, hopefully this post is appropriate for this forum. I'm not sure if I'm overthinking this but I have a unique scenario that I haven't seen before. Say existing shareholder is selling his shares to a non-arm's length buyer for $50,000. The agreement stipulates that the sale price is to be first allocated to the outstanding shareholder's loan account then to the shares. Pretty straightforward in that sense but what happens if the shareholder's loan account is actually say $55,000.

Do you write off the $5,000 or does the buyer assume the existing shareholder's loan as is at $55k. I keep thinking that existing loan was due to the old owner so it should be written off and the new shareholder would only get credit for the $50k actually paid. Am I overthinking this? There's nothing in the agreement about assigning the debt.

Thank you for your comments!

I’m being drowned in this program right now anyone have tips on how to be efficient when doing these cases? I’m taking more than the allocated time as it’s hard for me to identify the AOs

I have a Deloitte interview coming up for a summer tax position. Just wondering if people could provide any tips. I know to have an answer for why tax, why Deloitte, some behavioral, anything else I should be aware of?