[shanek327]

Does anybody have any advice I have an interview this week in the case that I receive an offer greater than what I am making at my current job what is the most tactful approach to telling my current job about the offer to see what their response will be thanks

FAR - 75
AUD - 78
BEC - 82
REG - 77

2 Corinthians 5:21

Our value does not come from our skills and abilities, as good as they may be; it does not come from our GPA, our job, a promotion from that job to a better job, our success on the CPA exam, or anything of the like; but our value comes from the fact that we have a Creator who loves us, cares for us, and desires to help us navigate the rough waters of this life in a way that provides security, hope, and true, everlasting joy while we anticipate the life to come, with Him.

[Missy]

You need to do it in writing and be short and professional. “I have greatly enjoyed my time here and have learned a lot but have accepted a job offer. Please kindly accept my resignation effective xx/xx/xx. Any help I can offer during the transition I am happy to do so.”

Licensed Massachusetts Non Reporting CPA since 2012
Finance/Admin/HR Manager

[shanek327]

I would prefer to let them consider making me an offer to stay

FAR - 75
AUD - 78
BEC - 82
REG - 77

2 Corinthians 5:21

Our value does not come from our skills and abilities, as good as they may be; it does not come from our GPA, our job, a promotion from that job to a better job, our success on the CPA exam, or anything of the like; but our value comes from the fact that we have a Creator who loves us, cares for us, and desires to help us navigate the rough waters of this life in a way that provides security, hope, and true, everlasting joy while we anticipate the life to come, with Him.

[Missy]

They will decide that after you put your notice in writing. It absolutely has to be in writing, and there will be a follow up discussion. At that time if they choose to try to counter they will. But you have to be 100% committed to accepting the other offer, otherwise I wouldn't bother even letting them know you received an offer. I certainly would not tell them how much the other offer was, FYI. They may ask what salary would keep you there, but if you're only trying to get an offer to get a raise where you are its a risky game.

Licensed Massachusetts Non Reporting CPA since 2012
Finance/Admin/HR Manager

[shanek327]

I'm just curious, why the emphasis on putting it in writing?

FAR - 75
AUD - 78
BEC - 82
REG - 77

2 Corinthians 5:21

Our value does not come from our skills and abilities, as good as they may be; it does not come from our GPA, our job, a promotion from that job to a better job, our success on the CPA exam, or anything of the like; but our value comes from the fact that we have a Creator who loves us, cares for us, and desires to help us navigate the rough waters of this life in a way that provides security, hope, and true, everlasting joy while we anticipate the life to come, with Him.

[Missy]

Because its the professional way to handle it. Oral resignations are great for fast food jobs and retail jobs. Its just not the way it is done in the professional world.

Licensed Massachusetts Non Reporting CPA since 2012
Finance/Admin/HR Manager

[golfball7773]

^correct – every professional job I have quit was in writing. I remembering quitting the movie theater by phone call

FAR: 63, 55, 62
REG: 65, 77*
AUD: Fail, 64, 71
BEC: 72, 74, 81

*expired

[ruggercpa2b]

Because when you get the offer you will have to put in your 2 weeks notice. And most employers will ask you to put your notice in writing.

When I left the Big 4 when I had my offer and a start date I went to my boss and told him I had received an offer from another company and I was putting in my 2 weeks notice. I don't think you can just walk in and say I got an offer now what can you do for me because what if they have no desire for you to stay?

When I was done talking to my boss he told me to put it in writing and send to the managing partner. Once he saw my email he called and then asked the Director I talked to, to ask me to stay. I didn't stay because I was over it and they were not going to match my pay.

Its very risky. You have to be prepared to leave in case they do not ask you stay.

AUD - 73, 72 retake 7/2/2016
BEC - 8/20/2016
REG - TBD
FAR - TBD

I am so ready for this nightmare to be over. Been at this way too long.

[shanek327]

Ok thanks for he advice, much appreciated

FAR - 75
AUD - 78
BEC - 82
REG - 77

2 Corinthians 5:21

Our value does not come from our skills and abilities, as good as they may be; it does not come from our GPA, our job, a promotion from that job to a better job, our success on the CPA exam, or anything of the like; but our value comes from the fact that we have a Creator who loves us, cares for us, and desires to help us navigate the rough waters of this life in a way that provides security, hope, and true, everlasting joy while we anticipate the life to come, with Him.

[Anonymous]

I think it depends on the relationship you have with your boss. I was pretty close to my last boss and it would have been a little cold to just send her an email. I went into her office and explained that I received an offer and the reasons I was leaving. I also told her how much I appreciated everything I had learned from her, etc. I then followed up with an email. They did counter, but I didn't take it.

[Anonymous]

If you are not actually quitting, I wouldn't put anything in writing. You don't want “I got an offer from another company” to be misconstrued as “I got an offer from another company, so please consider this my resignation.”.

If this other job is not one you would actually want to do, don't play a game of “Who has the most money to give me?” Even bringing up another offer with your current employer suggests that seeds of discontent have been planted, and they may very well tell you to take the other job. My advice would be to ask your supervisor for a raise, promotion, etc. It goes without saying that you need to be ready to argue your case. If they won't budge, then you take the other job. You can't stay if they give you a flat-out no. That's why this is risky and why you need to be sure you have a valid Plan B.

Once you are committed to leaving, they are going to ask for something in writing for your employment records regardless of how you choose to resign, so go ahead and have a resignation letter prepared.

[Missy]

If someone isn't actually quitting, they shouldn't be letting their employer know they got an offer. Even if you're the best thing thats ever happened to a company you don't want it in their heads that your're looking at other options until you're actually prepared to move on. If your boss thinks you're looking to jump ship as soon as a better offer comes along it is not great for your career.

Licensed Massachusetts Non Reporting CPA since 2012
Finance/Admin/HR Manager

[jmhassell21]

This is how I did it in October 2014. We had an “open office”, so I pulled my manager into a quiet room.

Me: “I am resigning. October 8th will be my last day. I've accepted another job offer.” This was September 30.

Her eyes got so big.

The counteroffer, more often than not, does not end well for you. They don't value you until you've got a foot out the door? What's driving you to leave is not going to be fixed.

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AUD (5/2015)
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"And I am reminded, it is not the billows, but the calm level of the sea, by which the heights and depths are measured." James A Garfield

[Anonymous]

You leave a flaming bag of dog shit in front of your boss's office, knock on the door, then run away.

Everyone knows this.

[shanek327]

Bill. I didn't know 15year olds could qualify as CPA candidates. How's high school going?

FAR - 75
AUD - 78
BEC - 82
REG - 77

2 Corinthians 5:21

Our value does not come from our skills and abilities, as good as they may be; it does not come from our GPA, our job, a promotion from that job to a better job, our success on the CPA exam, or anything of the like; but our value comes from the fact that we have a Creator who loves us, cares for us, and desires to help us navigate the rough waters of this life in a way that provides security, hope, and true, everlasting joy while we anticipate the life to come, with Him.

[golfball7773]

Shanek – I didn't know Accountants had no sense of humor….

FAR: 63, 55, 62
REG: 65, 77*
AUD: Fail, 64, 71
BEC: 72, 74, 81

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