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Here's how you can navigate the contrasts between being an employee and a self-employed accountant.

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Navigating the world of accounting can be quite different depending on whether you're an employee or self-employed. As an employee, you're part of a larger organization with its own systems and support networks. You have colleagues to collaborate with, a steady paycheck, and often, a clear career progression path. On the flip side, self-employed accountants enjoy the freedom to choose their clients and work hours, but they must also manage every aspect of their business, from marketing to tax preparation. Understanding these contrasts is crucial for making informed decisions about your accounting career.

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Violetta Petrova

Management accounting, Financial controller, Top Management Accounting Voice
Juan Pablo Rossi

Responsable de Administración en Maggiora S.A. | Master en Inteligencia de Negocios

1 Employment Stability

When you're an employee, your financial stability is often more secure. You receive a consistent salary, and benefits like health insurance and retirement plans are typically provided by your employer. This stability can be comforting, but it also means you're subject to the company's rules and may have less flexibility in choosing the work you do. If you crave predictability and less financial admin in your professional life, being an employee may suit you best.

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Violetta Petrova

Management accounting, Financial controller, Top Management Accounting Voice
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Actually it depends on the personality type. For some people stability and routine are very important. If everything is changing all the time - tasks, rules, environment - they lose self control and cannot perform their work properly. So, for such people, being an employee suits best.

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Juan Pablo Rossi

Responsable de Administración en Maggiora S.A. | Master en Inteligencia de Negocios
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Quizás sea cierto lo que se plantea, pero tal vez al priorizar la seguridad, limitas la oportunidad de emprender proyectos que podrías realizar si no estuvieras en una relación de dependencia y siguieras ciertos procedimientos. Lo crucial, más allá de la dependencia laboral, es realizar las tareas con pasión y curiosidad, comprendiendo que cada aprendizaje revela lo mucho que aún nos falta por recorrer en el conocimiento.

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2 Autonomy Gained

Self-employment in accounting brings autonomy and the ability to make executive decisions about your work. You have the freedom to select which clients to take on and which services to offer. This control can lead to a more fulfilling career if you're entrepreneurial and enjoy crafting personalized solutions for your clients. However, with great power comes great responsibility; you'll need to be adept at managing your time and business affairs effectively.

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Juan Pablo Rossi

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A primera vista, trabajar como independiente promete mayor satisfacción al gestionar libremente tiempo y tareas. No obstante, conlleva vulnerabilidad frente a fluctuaciones económicas; en recesiones, el trabajo y la compensación pueden disminuir, sin beneficios como vacaciones pagas. Es crucial reconocer que en cada elección existen pros y contras; entender ambas perspectivas es fundamental para una decisión informada y equilibrada.

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3 Financial Management

As a self-employed accountant, you must become proficient in managing your finances, including setting aside money for taxes and retirement. Unlike employees who have taxes withheld from their paychecks, you'll need to make estimated tax payments quarterly. It's crucial to stay organized and disciplined in your financial planning to avoid any surprises come tax season or later in your career when you're ready to retire.

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Juan Pablo Rossi

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En finanzas personales, la clave radica en mantener orden y visualización clara de cada componente. Esto facilita ajustar el rumbo y mejorar nuestras decisiones financieras de manera efectiva. Como dijo Peter Druker "Lo que no se mide, no se administra"

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4 Work-Life Balance

Work-life balance can look different for employees versus self-employed accountants. As an employee, you may have set hours and a clear separation between work and personal time. Self-employment, however, often blurs these lines. You might find yourself working at odd hours or during weekends to meet client needs or grow your business. It's important to set boundaries and manage your time effectively to maintain balance.

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Juan Pablo Rossi

Responsable de Administración en Maggiora S.A. | Master en Inteligencia de Negocios
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Para trabajar de manera independiente, la estructura del tiempo puede volverse difusa: ?cuál es realmente nuestro horario de trabajo? ?Se extiende hasta que decidamos finalizarlo? Estas preguntas son cruciales, ya que la falta de claridad puede generar conflictos familiares o personales. Una solución podría ser establecer horarios definidos, similares a los de un trabajo tradicional. Estas franjas horarias actuarían como límites claros, permitiendo una gestión efectiva del tiempo y evitando que el trabajo se entremezcle excesivamente con la vida personal.

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5 Networking Necessity

For self-employed accountants, networking is vital for business growth. Unlike employees who benefit from their company's reputation and client base, you must actively seek out new clients and maintain relationships. Attending industry events, joining professional organizations, and leveraging social media are all effective strategies to build your network and attract business.

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Juan Pablo Rossi

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Las redes son vitales por dos razones fundamentales. Primero, desde un aspecto comercial, amplían las oportunidades de conseguir nuevos clientes y proyectos desafiantes que impulsen nuestro crecimiento. Segundo, desde una perspectiva técnica y profesional, compartir conocimientos con otros expertos a?ade un valor significativo que no se alcanzaría trabajando de manera aislada.

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6 Continuous Learning

Whether you're an employee or self-employed, continuous learning is key in the accounting field. Employees often have access to training programs and professional development opportunities provided by their employers. As a self-employed accountant, you'll need to take the initiative to stay current with accounting standards, tax laws, and industry trends. Investing in your professional growth is essential for maintaining your competitive edge.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Lai Kheng Khoo

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Biggest contrast between an employee & a self-employed accountant is that of risk taking on the part of a self-employed accountant. To navigate such contrast, networking is of paramount importance to ensure that customers are brought into the business of a self-employed accountant. Work life balance should be observed as well to ensure productivity & general health & well being is maintained.

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Lucas Becrod

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El trabajo del contador está evolucionando. Pienso que en el futuro, los contadores se enfocarán más en el análisis y estrategias financieras que en tareas rutinarias. Esto debido a tecnologías emergentes como la IA, Blokchain, etc. La contabilidad también será más accesible para las microempresas y peque?as organizaciones. Un ejemplo es Finangher, una plataforma pionera en este campo con su “tecnología de contabilidad en red entre entidades y sistemas”, que automatiza el trabajo manual para que los contadores puedan centrarse en el análisis estratégico y el cumplimiento normativo. La “contabilidad ambiental” automatizada también se hace posible con Finangher.

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1 Employment Stability

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4 Work-Life Balance

5 Networking Necessity

6 Continuous Learning

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