[number_cruncher_24]

I currently work as a senior accountant at a Fortune 500 company and I have prior experience as a supervisor at a smaller company. I may be moving soon and the recruiters I have spoken to say that based on my experience I would either qualify for a senior accounting position at a large company or a supervisor position at a smaller company. Both positions offer similar pay/benefits, so in the short term both positions appear fairly equal financially, but I’m wondering about the long term. My goal is to eventually become a controller (or similar type position) in a company where I can earn $120 +. Can anyone out there offer advice on which position would be better for my career in the long run?

[uglyowl]

I would lean towards supervisor at a small company since supervisory experience is very important to jump to the next level. If you are are or are getting your CPA, the question of ability has already been answered.

My experience has been limited supervisory experience has hurt me, that is really where the jump in money is.

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[mla1169]

It really depends on the type of company you want to be a controller at. You can make 120k at a small company. But if you want to be a controller at a large company they're likely to hold experience at a smaller company to lower esteem. Also if you're wanting to end up at a publicly traded company but the bulk of your experience is with privately held companies that hurts your chances at controller.

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