Preparing for a Successful Transition from Public Accounting

If concerns have been raised and no action was taken to adjust your workload or client schedule to manageable expectations, then the decision to leave may seem like your only viable option. If you want to continue your career advancement and gain experience at a similar rate to public accounting, its important to be aware that most positions that align with those goals will still require periods that extend beyond a typical 40-hour, five-day workweek. If you desire a financial reporting or internal control position but never had experience in a public company environment, you are not setting yourself up for success.