CAREER BY CHOICE

Often auditors and accountants are pigeon-holed into the traditional accounting path and chase the next title or pay-rise. Can you rise, break the mould and play to your strengths?

Andrew was an auditor by trade that didn't take the path of least resistance, but the path that provided the most professional and personal satisfaction. While most recruiters encouraged Andrew to consider a move into Financial Reporting, Andrew worked with his network and trusted his instincts to diversify his skills and follow his interests. We will explore a "career by choice" that has resulted in Andrew working on exciting commercial deals and expansion of Telstra's digital footprint.

We will investigate:

• Leveraging accounting and financial acumen to move into a heavily strategy and commercially focused career path
• Designing career moves around what motivates you and NOT relying on general career advice
• A practical approach to building new skills outside of your comfort zone
• Making an impact as a commercial leader