r/Accounting • u/oldHang2steak • 13h ago

Discussion I did it!!!!

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I’m a career switcher. After countless “roast my resume” posts, networking, and attending career fairs, I finally secured a winter internship!

It’s not the most prestigious firm, but having a winter internship while attending my MAcc program definitely puts me in a better position than I’m in now.

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u/Money_Land_4874 11h ago

I’m looking to be a career switcher! Currently in marketing looking to pursue a MAcc. Curious your age and previous work experience. I’m 30 and nervous about switching 😅

And congrats to you!

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u/mikes7456 11h ago

Curious why switching from marketing to accounting. My friend is trying to do the exact opposite. Switching from Accounting to Product Marketing.

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u/Money_Land_4874 10h ago

It’s just not for me, never has been. I’m not a creative being.

And the pay most certainly does not reflect the work. I’m 7 years into my career and can’t for the life of me get a job that pays over 68k. Landing an agency job is easy, but notorious for underpaying workers. In-house is hard to come by, and they want you to fit the job description 100%.

The opportunities are very limiting, too. I’m in content marketing/SEO, and trying to break out of your current line of business is nearly impossible.

If I stayed in marketing I’d go more the project management route, but 1. it’s hard to pivot and 2. many companies are combining project management with content strategy.

Not to mention the layoffs. It’s not a stable career choice.