Controller
(Female, Age 42) from Oviedo, FL
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At a Glance
Current Job
Basic data on your current job
| Job Title | Controller |
|---|---|
| Salary | $160,000 |
| Other Compensation | None Set |
| Hours/Week | 50 |
| Company Size | (not answered) |
| Location | Oviedo, FL |
| Years Experience | 2 years |
Career Ratings
Opinions on your CAREER overall (i.e. not just your current job)
| Years in Career | 0 |
|---|---|
| Education | (not answered) |
| Income Rating | 0 / 10 |
| Interest Rating | 0 / 10 |
| Work-Life Rating | 0 / 10 |
| Fulfilment Rating | 0 / 10 |
Current job Q&A
Describe the type of organization you work for.
A medium sized semi conductor manufacturing company
Describe your job role and responsibilities.
Responsible for all areas of finance and accounting as they relate to my sites (Florida and Costa Rica)
Please list an additional benefits (beyond compensation) that you receive.
4 weeks vacation, HMO health insurance, Dental, Vision, 401K, stock purchase plan, stock options
Do you feel you are under/over or well/fairly compensated at your current position?
well compensated
Does your job entail you working with others on a daily basis? Is this something you like/dislike about your job? Please explain.
Yes, work with others everyday. I love the laid back atmosphere at my office, I like working with different people
Do you work collaboratively with supervisors/managers?
Yes
Do you work collaboratively with your co-workers?
Yes
Describe your work location (e.g., office, home, theatre, in the field) and what you like/dislike about working in it.
Please rate each of the following aspects of your current job on a scale of 1-10 (10 being the highest/best):
Income: 1
Benefits: 2
Hours: 7
Co-Workers: 4
Supervisors: 3
Job Title: 8
Level of Responsibility: 5
The Actual Work: 6
Table of Contents
How you got your job
How did you get your current job?
Referral
What was the application process?
Paper application and resume
Did you have to interview for your current job? If yes, what did the interview process entail?
I interviewed with my direct boss and (at the time) dotted line bosses. They were all group interviews (2 or more people).
If you can remember, what questions were you asked during the interview?
I cannot remember what was asked but I am sure they asked about previous work experiences (major accomplishments), organizational skills
Do you feel your employer properly prepared you for your job? Explain.
Yes, even though there was no training they were as supportive as they could be
Was there training for your current position? If yes, what did it entail?
There was no training, basically sink or swim. But the great thing about accounting is, it is the same everywhere basically. I just needed to get familiar with the software and policies at my place of employment
Do you feel your educational background prepared you for your job? Explain.
Absolutely, the educational background was key
If applicable, do you feel your internship experience helped you prepare for your job?
N/A
If someone wanted to go about getting a job similar to yours, what would you recommend for him or her to do?
The best thing to do is network in the town you would like to work. Join professional organizations and be active in them
What skills do you think a person should have if they want to pursue a position like yours?
Good organizational skills are a must, as well as the ability to delegate. Conflict resolution comes in handy also.
Do you feel that you need a certain level of education or training to be successful in your job?
Yes, MBA and CPA
What advice would you give to someone who was about to start work in your position/ line of work?
Get the credentials needed to advance, a CPA is a must have in today’s world of accounting
Long-term career plans
Is your current employment part of your overall career plan? Why or why not?
Yes, I love the experience and education I am getting here. It is developing me for more responsibility at a larger company
What are your current career goals?
Become a CFO for a publicly traded company within the next two years
Is there anything else you would like to share about your career?
N/A
Prior work history
Please list your most recent jobs prior to this current job:
| Title | Length | Salary | Description | |
| Prior Job 1 | Controller | 1 year | 125000 | Function as Controller for this company, in charge of all accounting |
| Prior Job 2 | Controller | 6 years | 100000 | In charge of all finance, accounting, HR, purchasing, and admin functions |
Educational background
Please list your educational background:
High School GPA:3.7
| GPA | School | Degree | |
| College (Undergraduate) or Technical/Vocational |
3.5 | FIT | Finance |
| Graduate or Professional (Masters or Doctorate) |
3.4 | Rollins College | MBA |
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