When I first started in audit at a Big 4, I thought “executive presence” was something you figured out in your 30s or 40s once you had a corner office. As a 25-year-old Senior Associate, I’ve learned it’s actually the opposite: the earlier you start developing it, the faster people begin to see you as […]
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Many accountants view audit as a stepping stone in their careers, but few fully appreciate how the skills they develop in audit can directly prepare them for executive leadership—especially the CFO role. If you’re in audit and wondering how to pivot to finance leadership, here’s why your experience matters more than you think. 1. Deep
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Let’s be honest: no one dreams of becoming an audit superstar. But if you have to be in the game — you might as well win at it.And winning doesn’t mean grinding 80-hour weeks or knowing the ASC Codification by heart. It means doing the little things right, consistently. These are the 7 habits that
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What you can do (and make) depending on when you leave One of the main reasons I wanted to pursue a career in accounting and ultimately join a Big 4 is due to the exit opportunities. Big 4 functions as a boot camp and is the best way to pay your dues before going to
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Let me guess. You’re prepping for your Big 4 interview, drowning in Google Docs, and wondering if anyone actually gets asked these “Tell me about a time” questions in real life. Short answer: Yes. All the time. Long answer: Here’s a list of 10 real questions I got from PwC and Deloitte — no fluff,
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I want to explain my journey through life – from childhood to university to the start of my career – and how I ended up in the position I am today. Pay close attention, because every small step you take in life, no matter how insignificant it may seem at the moment, can have a
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