Not getting enough experience as a Finance Assistant

Vikas wrote:

I have recently qualified as an ACCA. I have done a Masters in Accounting and I am a graduate in commerce as well. For the last 6 months I have worked as a Finance Asisstant but I am not getting the kind of experience and salary which I am expecting. What are the options open to me? Shall I move to practice or stay in the same banking industry in which I am at the moment and also guide me what salary I should expect which will reflect mine qualification and experience.

Thanks

Vikas


A senior consultant in WH Marks Sattin's qualified division replied:

Dear Vikas

That’s a good question, it sounds like you are well qualified to be able to command a decent salary but that you lack the practical experience to match your theoretical prowess. This is illustrated by the fact that you don’t feel challenged after only six months in your current role. The fact that you are thinking of an external move to gain more experience implies that progression in your current position might be difficult and so a move into practice maybe very useful. Small practice firms can give you a wide range of experiences including management and statutory accounts preparation and audit. You can expect a salary in the mid to late twenty thousands for a starting position but I would imagine that this will increase faster as you will be adding extensively to your skill set. I would advise you to send your CV to our practice team. As I always stress to candidates, make sure that your CV is of the highest quality with absolutely no spelling or grammar errors, as this can limit your chances of getting to interview stage.

All the best

WH Marks Sattin


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