Accountancy and Financial Management Sector Essentials
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CHOOSING YOUR ROLE AND COMPANY
In Accountancy and Financial Management
Global demand for accountancy and financial management skills means that you can find a job in this field almost anywhere in the world. As such, roles and companies are on a very diverse scale.
Firms in the industry
Besides the Big Four, corporations such as Grant Thornton Singapore, RSM Singapore and BDO LLP are popular choices among accounting graduates and jobseekers looking to pursue a career in accountancy and financial management. While joining a bigger institute generally translates to specialisation at an earlier stage and exposure to high-profile clients, experiences gained in smaller enterprises will largely depend on the scope of offerings and clientele. Smaller companies also expect employees to be more generalist, though there are more opportunities to be involved in business development and securing and maintaining client relationships. On the other hand, large MNCs have the resources to invest in employee education, and can provide more attractive training packages – including overseas travel. However, many large institutes require employees to be bonded for a period of time. If you choose to pursue a position in the public sector, you’ll likely come across a vastly different scope of duties, work environment and exposure.
Finance Career Guide 2023
