Navigating Work-Life Balance in the Tax Industry: A Personal Journey
April 13th marks a pivotal moment for me, as I prepare to have an important conversation with my employer about my future here. My intention? To either reduce my hours to 40 or 32 per week, or potentially reconsider my position altogether.
With seven years of experience in tax, having previously worked at EY, I’ve come to realize that the stress and sacrifices of personal time just aren’t worth it. I made the decision to leave EY for a smaller CPA firm in the hopes of achieving a better work-life balance, but contrary to my expectations, this busy season has proven to be one of the most challenging periods of my career.
In a landscape where compensation generally aligns with a lifestyle of relentless effort, it feels disheartening to see that my current salary offers only a marginal increase—just about $500 more than what many of my friends earn in traditional 9-to-5 jobs. For a job that demands such an immense amount of time and energy, the trade-offs are simply not adding up.
As I prepare for this conversation, I look forward to the prospect of advocating for my own well-being. The tax industry must recognize the need for fair compensation that reflects the demands placed on professionals, and I hope to see a broader change in the future. Here’s to making choices that prioritize both personal happiness and professional fulfillment.
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