Pros
Colleagues were fun to talk to/collaborate with, met good people. Direct Accounting managers were great, too.
Cons
CFO talks about a “no politics” culture, but in reality, advancement is based on loyalty and unquestioning agreement with leadership, not performance or innovation. Those who make a real difference in workflow/operations are often overlooked, while those who align themselves politically with leadership are promoted. The CFO creates a culture of fear and favoritism, resulting in low morale and good talent leaving frequently. Critical thinking and independent ideas are not rewarded here — it’s a place where fitting in matters more than standing out.
When I requested compensation aligned with the automation solutions I built to streamline core accounting workflows, the CFO laughed in my face, saying “it makes me laugh when someone asks for money they never earned before.” It was a clear reflection of an ego-driven leadership culture that devalues impact and rewards compliance over contribution.