Should Introverts Work in FP&A?

Is working in FP&A a good idea for someone who is an introvert? My answer is yes, and in this video I tell you how my view changed on this topic.

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[chloenguyen]

Hi Bill, just wanted to let you know that i really appreciate your videos especially those meant for interviews. I’ve graduated a while ago in international business so not even specialised in Finance& Accounting, and without any work experience related. But only by watching your videos like a week or two, I have revised so much of the financial knowledge (even understood it more now), become a lot more confident during the interviews and successfully got myself a job as Financial Administrator with a very good salary. I can’t thank you enough for what do on this channel. I will keep watching your videos and wish you all the best in your career!

[Tizonwar]

I am an introvert and I am good at FP&A. You don't have to talk a lot. What's more important is when you open your mouth it's value to your stakeholders.

[patience]

I agree. I wouldn't say FP&A is for extroverts. Sales is definitely for extroverts, but anything in Accounying/Finance an introvert would do well in. The biggest difference that an introvert may not like in FP&A is that you'd have to be comfortable doing presentations, but that depends on the company. When I worked in FP&A, VP and CFO handled all presentations. FP&A has more creativity since you're creating forecasts and various reports/graphs/presentations. Accounting is booking things that already happened, so not much creativity there.
Accounting tends to be more routine than FP&A.

[mohdnorakmal]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This subject has been in my mind for a while now as Im an introvert, and you two have provide me with great insights. Keep up with the quality contents Bill!

[chill_nrg]

I love these types of discussions. Please talk more about the role your personality plays in your career.

[Yaya]

Hello Bill and Maria. First, just wanted to let you know that I’ve watched all of your videos and I love the content -Its very helpful. I’m glad you are doing a segment to answer questions.

[Yaya]

After graduating from college with a BA in accounting, I landed a job as a Full Charge Bookkeeper. I’ve been with the company three years. I do any accounting or administrative tasks related to 9 business in CA & AR. I will be attempting to pass the CPA by the end of 2022.

[GO-kgdw]

I appreciate you creating this forum and video. The comments are also helpful

[stunnerkay]

Hi Bill...i believe that accounting is also an art and wouldn't require that typical person of an introvertive personality. Some people might have all the skills but lack the social impetus to secure their dream jobs...so its good to have a blend of academic and social skills

[TRUCKERTV]

Bro, thank you for all this information. I interviewed last week and I just received an offer from the Gao as an Auditor. I know you have paid content but all the free interview techniques and industry information is greatly appreciated.

[Yaya]

I would love to see a video latter on how to choose a job in regards to salary, job benefits, and other factors.

[rebeccak-d]

Thank you for showing that women are in the accounting field!! 💕 I like when Maria is in videos with you! Does she do trainings or videos on the Tax side of accounting?

[DaveySharp]

Great content!

Any insights on an entry-level analyst in their mid-30s transitioning into in Big4 firms? Army veteran looking to make the switch from active duty into Big4. Just looking for some advice or explanation of possible hurdles I may come across.

[caminando]

Hello Bill and Maria, my job title does not match with my responsabilities. In the company I work for, my job title is financial controller, but I do not manage any balance sheet, P&L, income statement, cash flow, etc. (Only the deputy CFO does that in my company).
I'm in charge of the labor cost analysis & reporting, payroll lead & management, income tax & sso management and payment, sales forecast-analysis-reconciliation, AP & AR, import & export cost, assets and depreciation management, bank reconciliations, input and output bookkeeping, international order creations, claims & refunds, logistics, etc. (All these tasks I do for several countries, as we have offices in different locations. Btw, this is an e-commerce company). So basically, my work is related to finance, payroll and operations/logistics. Do you know what job title is closer to my responsibilities? (In my department organization chart, I'm in a middle high position, over the accountants and below the deputy CFO. I directly report to deputy CFO with some tasks mentioned above)
I'm looking for new job, but I would like to assign a correct title to my current role. I think financial controller is not correct and could make recruiters get confused.

[subhashpatelpatelsubhash]

I just moved in this role from accounting n I was waiting for long time for you to discuss about this, please give me any tips to prepare for my new role or how should I prepare any courses you would like to suggest

[niteshmudgaldp]

Hello Sir, I just completed my M.Com and now I want to pursue my career in accounts field . Please suggest me how I can start this. 🙏

[densetsu]

Are there any online schools that you would recommend?? This would help me a lot 🙏🏽

[davefuster_beubet]

Senseless question, being introvert has a almost nothing to do in your career success. I'm introvert and bit antisocial but it wasn't an anchor to become regional finance vp. What the board values are results and measurable value to deliver.

[Yaya]

By the start of 2023 I will be looking for a new job. Would it be a good Idea to work for a mid-size CPA firm 2-3 years to be able to get experience in Tax and Audit and then move to the private sector? If yes, What type positions should I be looking towards in the private sector?

[jasonlouis-jean]

Can an introvert be a Partner at a Big 4