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"Rethinking Job Descriptions in Accounting ✍️ A few years ago, a boss of mine did something transformative. He walked me over to a map on the office wall. Pointing to various locations, he highlighted the immense reach and influence I'd have in my role. The manufacturing plant we managed had connections all over the country. It was a profound moment that made me realize the true impact of my work. It's time we shift our perspective on job descriptions in accounting. It's not just about numbers. It's about the significant influence we hold, the businesses we touch, and the countless lives we impact. Let's celebrate the breadth of our roles and inspire the next generation of accountants to see beyond the spreadsheet. #AccountingBeyondNumbers #InfluenceInAction"

You see all the commercials this time of year... BEST CHRISTMAS EVER! A DECEMBER TO REMEMBER! FEEL THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS! It's the season of giving, but maybe this year you can go get something that you deserve. You deserve a job that's flexible. That respects boundaries between work and life. A job that listens to what you want out of your career and doesn't assume to know what's best for you. You deserve to have autonomy in your jobs and projects without being micromanaged. You deserve the BEST TAX SEASON EVER! THE BEST AUDIT SEASON EVER! THE BEST JOB EVER! I've got two jobs posted. I'm looking for an experienced professional with audit (Illinois school district preferably) and tax backgrounds. I have the postings for Edwardsville and Shelbyville but you know I'll take you in Belleville or St. Peters too. Heck, you know I'm down if you are virtual too. Find the posting, shoot me a message, let's get the conversation going and let's get you ready to roll with the best career in public accounting that you can imagine! #hiring #cpa #audit #tax #accounting

Hans, an 18-year veteran with a billion-dollar company, found himself in the midst of a job search after new management moved the back office outside of the US. He was out of a job in a market, searching for a job in a market he no longer recognized. When his search did not generate his desired results, he came to The Barrett Group for help. Discover his process to land the position of Director of Accounting. “The program really works. It quickly got me from no responses to many responses". - Hans https://hubs.ly/Q02vfgPC0 Executive career change is our specialty. If you are an executive ready to make a career change, submit your resume here: https://hubs.ly/Q02vff7Z0 for a consultation. #careermanagement #Director #careers #thebarrettgroup

Embarking on a journey through education and diverse experiences, I am humbled by the path that has brought me to where I am today. Steering the ship as a General Manager at Ruby Tuesday while navigating the intricacies of financials ignited a passion that guided me toward the world of accounting. The thrill of making a meaningful impact on both the store and its operations fueled my ambition to pursue accounting studies at Jacksonville State University. My professional journey commenced at 16, and in every role undertaken, I carved a path to leadership. From Old Navy to CVS, and even a detour to Ruby Tuesday as a server/bartender turned Assistant Manager and eventually General Manager, each step was a testament to my commitment and adaptability. The challenges of managing a low-budget Ruby Tuesday store deepened my resourcefulness, leading to significant reductions in food waste and turnover. Transitioning into the accounting realm, my journey with Keep Smart Books unfolded. Swiftly rising from Senior Accountant to managing a team and handling a substantial client load, I honed my skills. Yet, challenges persisted as the impact of COVID forced closures and changes. As a General Manager for Ruby Tuesday, my store's closure due to COVID was a blow, but it became a catalyst for my accounting career. The abrupt transition led me to Colorado to pursue a Master's and join Keep Smart Books, a transformative experience where I managed a myriad of clients across the nation. While the role was rewarding, it highlighted a gap – a need for more personalized attention and service for clients. This realization fueled the birth of Satellite Strategies. My passion for making a genuine difference in clients' lives found a home in a firm dedicated to providing the support and understanding they deserve. The journey from GM to Senior Accountant, and now a co-founder at Satellite Strategies, showcases a relentless pursuit of growth and commitment to client success. As I reflect on this journey, I am grateful for the challenges, triumphs, and lessons that have shaped Satellite Strategies. It's not just a career path; it's a dedication to making a meaningful impact in the lives of the businesses we serve. Join us on this cosmic journey as we navigate the complexities of finance and business, one client at a time. 🚀 #SatelliteStrategies #AccountingSuccess #ProfessionalJourney

I came across a post asking about whether or not we achieved all our goals for the year. I paused and went down memory lane. Then I began to count. 1) Earlier this year, I had discovered a knowledge gap in me even though I have Bsc in Accounting. My resolve was to close that gap to a reasonable extent. Did I achieve this feat? Yes I did! 2) To achieve number one above, I knew I needed a change of role to get hands-on-experience as nothing beats it. I decided to look out for one. Did I get it? Yes I did! 3) I have been a careful observer and reader of other people's post for long. I knew I could do more. I can also give value. I said I was going to stop hiding behind the curtains, receiving value alone. Did I achieve it? Yes I did! This post is a confirmation. You can be anything you want to be if you put your mind in it and avoid distractions. Compliment of the season!!!

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Welp, John Poore tagged me to share my #DefiantOriginStory so here it goes… I grew up in Northern California, in the greater Sacramento area. My father was a store manager for a local grocery retail chain and he was so good at his job that they kept moving him to troubled stores so he could turn them around. This meant that my family moved a lot. In fact, I attended a new elementary school every year until I was in the 6th grade! While it was difficult at the time, the constant change taught me how to make fast friends in new environments. When I moved to Tucson, Arizona to start my college experience, my Dad helped me unload my boxes into my dorm room. As he set down the last box he looked at me and said “Well, I’ve got a plane to catch…good luck!” and with a wink and a smile he headed out. At that very moment I realized that I didn’t know a single person in the state of Arizona. Leaning back on the social skills I learned in my younger days really help me make new friends and find my place (rushing and pledging the Sigma Chi fraternity didn’t hurt either). After graduating with a degree in Accounting I joined the workforce and started my first professional job as an auditor for Ernst & Young. During my time at EY I learned what “long hours” really meant, often working in excess of 100 hour weeks. Auditing large organizations allowed me to understand how different businesses in vastly different industries actually made money. That job also taught me, a 22 year old kid, how to confidently sit in a room and speak with C-level executives about their financial performance. The skills and lessons learned at my time in public accounting are truly invaluable (and I recommend all young people entering the workforce start their professional journey in a similar type of role). After public accounting I joined Raley’s (the same grocery retailer that my Dad worked at for 30+ years) in their strategic planning and budgets department. This job allowed me to learn new ways to use statistics to forecast financial data. It also helped me truly hone my analytical skillset, where I would spend my days evaluating store and product performance. Why did toilet paper sales tank in this store in the last quarter? Oh, a Wal Mart just opened across the street!  This job taught me the importance of understanding the key business drivers behind the numbers. I couldn’t just come to my boss with a report that showed an increase or decrease, I needed to know the “why did it happen?” and the “so what should we do with this information?”. The art of storytelling was also practiced consistently as I learned to be more concise and refine the messaging I relayed to the higher ups. More in the comments due to word count restrictions...

Many Accounting Professionals are burned out from overwork and underappreciation. Does that sound like you? Would you be interested in a Finance & Accounting career position with good pay (including OT for hours worked over 40!), Fortune 500 style benefits, and career advancement? Let's talk about the next season of your career with Paul Half

Sunday Sentiment with Laurie Canepa, StevenDouglas Managing Director - “The universe doesn’t give you what you ask for with your thoughts - it gives you what you demand with your actions.” - Steve Maraboli As you begin to prepare for your work week, take a moment to reflect on your goals and career growth. 💡What actions (if any) have you taken to get closer to these goals ? 💡Do you actually know what you should be doing to get to that next step in your Accounting or Finance career ? At the end of the day, “Actions do speak louder than words”. Your company WILL notice when you are “doing the work”. If not, perhaps it’s time to think about a change. Interested in hearing more about what the Central Texas market looks like for Accounting and Finance career opportunities for Q4 ? Feel free to reach out to me and we can schedule a time to chat. Laurie Canepa, lcanepa@stevendouglas.com,(512) 569-5334 #joboppswithlaurie #stevendouglas #executivesearch #accounting #finance #national #topaustinfirm #contingency #retained

𝘾𝙋𝘼 𝙁𝙄𝙍𝙈 𝙊𝙒𝙉𝙀𝙍𝙎, 𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙏𝙉𝙀𝙍𝙎, 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙇𝙀𝘼𝘿𝙀𝙍𝙎, 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝘾𝙆 𝙄𝙎 𝙉𝙊𝙒 𝙏𝙄𝘾𝙆𝙄𝙉𝙂 After some survey results we got back on Monday, plus messages I exchanged last week with another recruiting leader in his space/vertical, Brent Orsuga, it got me to thinking about the hiring pressures facing CPA firm owners heading into Q4. If you’re waiting till 10/16 to start engaging with talent due to a crazy fall tax season, you’re window of opportunity is rapidly shrinking.