9 Things That Increased My Accounting Salary By Over 100% Over The Last 6 Years!

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  • I was able to increase my Accounting salary by 100% every 6 years. In this video, I share with you the things I’ve done to make this happen.
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  • @eddiewright5921
    @eddiewright5921 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    This makes sense because when I was in the Marine Corps they taught us to always act like the next rank above your current rank. So, if you're a private, act like a private first class. If you're a private first class, act like a Lance corporal. And so forth and so on. The understanding is that when you get promoted into that role you've already been behaving as such. Thank you Financial Controller.

  • @jorgeberruete4537
    @jorgeberruete4537 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I am getting an internship opportunity for a financial analyst position and I'm just love watching your channel and learn so much I appreciate everything you have provided here on TH-cam and hopefully one day I can repay the favor, Thanks!

  • @ism9017
    @ism9017 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks Bill. Helpful information (and your video on CMA vs CPA was awesome...cemented my objective to do the CMA over the CPA). God bless.

  • @andreasf554
    @andreasf554 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much to share your experience! Very good advice!

  • @doinabunescu1183
    @doinabunescu1183 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the book recommendations!

  • @timsilva__
    @timsilva__ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the invaluable information

  • @Conquerchronicillness
    @Conquerchronicillness ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Achievement Tracker!

  • @SureshKumar-hq8ef
    @SureshKumar-hq8ef 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bill you given very good information 👍

  • @alexanderjonasrauh9119
    @alexanderjonasrauh9119 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for your videos. They are really well done in terms of content, structure and presentation.
    A personal question: What is your advise on negotiating a starting salary, especially during the first stages of your career (little work experience)?

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think you can always negotiate because I've never seen an employer withdraw an offer because the candidate countered. The worse thing usually is that they will stay firm at the original offer. That said, obviously the longer your work experience the more believable your standing will be. In general, my advise is that early on, the money comes second. The focus should be on the quality of experience you will get, the type of mentorship your future boss is likely to offer, etc.

    • @aleidenthal01
      @aleidenthal01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Go through a recruiter who will negotiate for you

  • @gabrielsanchez3683
    @gabrielsanchez3683 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate you uploading some of your valuable experience for us mortals🙏 thank you mr. Sir!

  • @norakaracsonyi8231
    @norakaracsonyi8231 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Agree with every point. This video includes everything, so simple so true. Thanks!

  • @009qamars
    @009qamars 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Work Sir, Once watched your video on the Wirecard Scandal, and now can not stop watching every video. It's so valuable content.

  • @Ganning220
    @Ganning220 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fellow accountant here, that pen drop at the end should be in every video, lol.
    Thanks for the info, Bill.

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Drop pen = drop the mic for an accountant

    • @Shirley8653
      @Shirley8653 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed!! It sounded like an achievement, a YESSSSSSSSSSS! A ready for the next....! Thank you very much, I love these videos. Excellent content.

  • @celisye
    @celisye ปีที่แล้ว

    Great recommendations!! I made a mistake when I was hired for not negotiating my salary . Even though I tried they didn’t offer me what I asked however they said there was going to be opportunities for me to grow and get increases . It was 7 months ago . I am planning to ask for a promotion or raise now .

  • @bilalahmedkhattak8190
    @bilalahmedkhattak8190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Doing great job keep it Up sir

  • @rosmaryalgarin9292
    @rosmaryalgarin9292 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for sharing your own experience

  • @lisamccray6481
    @lisamccray6481 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I keep forgetting what ERP stands for. Help. Loved your trial balance video. Iow, I love your videos.

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Enterprise Resource Planning :) It's a tool that runs the entire business from purchasing inventory, billing, payments, etc

  • @rifkhandeen6743
    @rifkhandeen6743 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much

  • @heisenberg7049
    @heisenberg7049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I heard that moving jobs every 2 years is okay when you are early in your career but that once you are about 7-8 years into your career then you should start staying at each position for at least 4 years otherwise it could be a red flag to future employers. Would you say this is accurate?

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I think red flag is less than one year nowadays. I did 2 year gigs and employers have been thrilled to steal me away in blink of an eye...but again NYC market is super good

  • @amitsahare6777
    @amitsahare6777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow great sir congratulation

  • @cheabilly5257
    @cheabilly5257 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got my ACCA in 2019 but I can hardly find a job with a pay of $20k a year. Salary for professional staff is quite low in my country.

  • @mball5648
    @mball5648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for the advice. Currently at big 4 and was wondering should you go to a larger company after big 4 and then make a move to a startup later on in your career?

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’s a good route. Working for a large company you will learn policies/processes that you can take to startups later and be very impactful as your bring mature experience to the table

    • @mball5648
      @mball5648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheFinancialController Is that the typical route? I'm still earlier in my career and majority of my clients are larger companies but have been thinking about taking my knowledge to a start up. Curious if after working at startup you can jump back to a larger company

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There are merits to joining startups and also large companies. I personally like the large followed by startup. And yes I went from small to large at one point.

  • @celestialjaylastima3652
    @celestialjaylastima3652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good content 👍. I am currently working at E&Y and looking to go back in private accounting to earn more, but after years I am still here haha 😂 looking to be assigned in other country E&Y branch instead.

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You must be enjoying it :) There are somethings I miss about my PwC days for sure

    • @celestialjaylastima3652
      @celestialjaylastima3652 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah. And the flexibility of time is what I like and the general learning experience.

  • @ruthvansandt9713
    @ruthvansandt9713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hope I do get to work at a place that appreciates problem solvers. I’ve suggested or worked on a number of things at different companies to improve processes, but have worked under bosses who were only interested in the status quo (or worse), and only in their own ideas.

    • @ruthvansandt9713
      @ruthvansandt9713 ปีที่แล้ว

      @jessica Yes! My managers manager at the job I started this year called me in not long after starting to clearly articulate she is open to ideas and perspectives and everyone here is appreciative of each other.

  • @PremKumar-ky2ed
    @PremKumar-ky2ed 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome!

  • @hlewis5217
    @hlewis5217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Any tips on how to commence CA/CPA with little accounting experience? I’d greatly appreciate it!

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Many CPA candidates pass the exam with little experience. After all, passing the exam is not about experience but more about studying the material. I recommend taking a good review online course for CPA (Roger CPA is my favorite).

  • @charanshetty3986
    @charanshetty3986 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am currently working at a start up after finishing my ACCA. I’m worried if this would benefit my career further or did I do a mistake joining a startup as my first job. While I agree it has its pros and cons, I constantly worry about future growth.
    Can you please share your insights on this.

    • @murseritigreenidge9774
      @murseritigreenidge9774 ปีที่แล้ว

      He said throughout your career here but as a first job I have no idea 1:53

  • @odi6055
    @odi6055 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m in tax at the moment in a big 4 but would wish to switch to a more commercial finance role or finance analyst role. I’m currently studying for my aca qualification(cpa equivalent in the Uk)..Would it beneficial if i take short courses to learn some accounting software and if so which would u recommend? SQL, quickbooks? not quite familiar with the tools lol
    Thanks!

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Get more excel functions under your wing. Tons of TH-cam videos on that. Watch some NetSuite tutorials as well. The real ERP experience comes by working somewhere rather than watching a course. When you exit, go to a company that’s about to implement a new ERP, super valuable experience there

  • @mauricioalejandro74
    @mauricioalejandro74 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im surprised he didn’t mention Oracle portfolio of products

  • @williamodzourga4612
    @williamodzourga4612 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I get a placement at a big 4 with my AAT L3 ?

  • @YZsTravelAdventures
    @YZsTravelAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Biggest contributor = working at the big 4 in the first place 😂

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Not gonna lie that’s a factor too

    • @billalko4580
      @billalko4580 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Probably the biggest factor, particularly here in Europe.

  • @NorCalWrestler
    @NorCalWrestler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How important is the school the accountant comes from? I'm thinking of making the switch to accounting and can only do school online while still aty current job.

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Online is becoming main stream. Just focus on getting your foot in the door with the first accounting job

  • @kpopfamily7038
    @kpopfamily7038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I Got Bachelor's in applied accounting from Oxford brooks after completing my 9 ACCA exams now i'm ACCA finalist. Will ACCA help me in finance field☺

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      In my view, yes. A background in Accounting is helpful for someone who wants to be in financial planning and analysis role.

  • @Revocateanimos24
    @Revocateanimos24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm in industry and still getting my CPA for this reason alone.

  • @mendybekhor8827
    @mendybekhor8827 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your videos! Sharing your experiences here is super helpful.

  • @itsnotif.itswhen
    @itsnotif.itswhen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Do you think property accountant is a good start to begin accounting career? I don't think I'm a good fit for public accounting as I'm not interested in both tax and auditing. Some people I talked to say that property accounting is very boring.

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Property accounting gets more interesting as you move up the ranks. I say go for it

    • @itsnotif.itswhen
      @itsnotif.itswhen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheFinancialController thank you!

  • @gamingsfinest1
    @gamingsfinest1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice lamp

  • @Psycho_Analyst
    @Psycho_Analyst 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Most wanted person in my career!!!

  • @TheTruthFadeswithTime28
    @TheTruthFadeswithTime28 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    is it possible to negotiate starting salary at Big 4? Or not really?

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Only if you are joining them as an experiencing associate/senior, etc, then you should and most often will succeed at it. But for entry level junior, you can try but I don't think they will go up.

    • @TheTruthFadeswithTime28
      @TheTruthFadeswithTime28 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@TheFinancialController That's what I thought. I am interning at a big 4 firm this winter and hoping it will turn into a full time offer. Thanks for making useful videos!

  • @alexanderv4609
    @alexanderv4609 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does American CPA make sense in Europe or what would be a reasonable alternative to it in Europe? I have American CMA. But to be honest, it isn't really helpful.

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      In most EU it’s chartered accountant

    • @alexanderv4609
      @alexanderv4609 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheFinancialController Thanks a lot for the comment! Yes, it looks like CA works in some EU countries. I live in Germany, and I think American CPA is still more valuable here than CA. Germany has also its own qualification (WP), but the requirements for candidates and exams are more rigorous than for CPA. E.g. you need to pass 4 exams (no multiple choice, each exam has written and oral part) and candidates should have at least 3 years of work experience in public accounting firm (thereof at least 2 years in audit).

  • @amitsahare6777
    @amitsahare6777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sir iam Indian so request you please add English subtitle

  • @tsepheltenzin3015
    @tsepheltenzin3015 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's the best way to get into the big 4 without experience, but a degree in Accounting?

    • @TheFinancialController
      @TheFinancialController  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do all. Apply online, connect and ask their recruiters on LinkedIn, search for career fairs. You gotta tackle all fronts

  • @AH-nt6ib
    @AH-nt6ib 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You work for money.