From Public to Private: Making a Smooth Transition in Your Accounting Career
If you’ve built a career in public accounting, you’re not alone in thinking about next steps. Many high-performing accounting experts eventually transition to the private sector. Whether you’re actively ready to make a move or just curious about what’s out there, now is the time to explore your options. And, get the support you need with help from our team at PrideStaff Financial.
Don’t Look to Make a Transition During The Busy Season
The end of busy tax season is a strategic time to reset, reflect, and plan. It’s the ideal timeframe to start looking into moving into the private sector. Make sure to expand your network within the private industry so that you can get direction on what is expected.
There’s Variety in Private Accounting
Make sure you know what you want before making a move. There are a variety of options when it comes to transitioning into the private sector. High-growth tech innovators, global medical device companies, leading retailers, and cutting-edge biopharma firms all value your background. Areas like SEC Reporting for a tech company are bold and growing areas of accounting in the private sector.
Don’t Wait Too Long
Whether you are actively looking or thinking about it, spending too much time in public accounting can make transitioning harder. Many hiring managers seek professionals with a blend of public and private experience. If you see your future outside of public accounting, make your move before your window narrows.
The Many Benefits
The transition is actually smoother than you realize, and the benefits are plentiful. Many accounting professionals coming out of public accounting firms say they are tired of having so many clients who expect them to be technical experts in a variety of industries. By making the move to private industry, you will be responsible for one company in one industry. Your quality of life also improves. While you may still be managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end work, the hours are nothing like what you’ve experienced in public accounting. There are so many unique, exciting, and challenging opportunities where you don’t have to kill yourself with hours.
PrideStaff Financial has consistently won awards for exceptional job seeker satisfaction. If you don’t know where to start, let us help you. We leverage our market expertise, connecting you with hidden opportunities, and provide valuable support throughout your career process. We will act as your advocate, helping you refine your skills, negotiate better offers, and ultimately, help you land your ideal role faster. Contact us today to learn more.
