Melissa Salzillo, CPA, CISA
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What are some things I should know about Finance or Accounting?
Hello I am a junior in high school interested in a financial or accounting type of jobs so i'm wondering about the finance and accountant classes, the things people do in those classes and which between the two I should choose.
For professionals in accounting or finance, what is something you wish you understood earlier about balancing technical skills with real-world experience, and how did that affect your career growth?
I’m a high school senior planning to study accounting, and I’ve already gained experience through an internship where I worked on reconciliations and financial tasks. I’m trying to understand how to best prepare early, balance technical knowledge with real-world experience, and avoid common...
What do you do on the first day of your job or internship?
Hello! I am still unemployed and still have a couple of questions in my mind. I am reflecting on my previous experiences, and I notice that I have difficulty doing or starting the tasks assigned to me if I do not know the full plan of the project. Situation#1: Manager gives me tasks like...
How are other accountants navigating the field with the increase in AI usage taking over entry-level positions?
I don't know how to make myself a better candidate when it feels as a newbie to the industry my job is something that's easier to automate than to train. What can I do to make myself more desirable for starting positions?