How Identity Has Influenced a SOX Specialist at Stripe's Career
Navigating a male-dominated field like accounting, the SOX Specialist at Stripe found success by "really be[ing] authentic self" and being direct, combining this authenticity with thorough research and a willingness to share opinions. This approach helped build confidence and knowledge within their career.
Authenticity, Direct Communication, Knowledge, Research, Problem-Solving
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Allison Minarcik
SOX Specialist
Stripe
University of Arizona, 2016
University of Arizona Masters of Accounting, 2017
Accounting
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Authenticity: Be your true self in a male-dominated field.
2. Direct Communication: Clearly express your knowledge, unknowns, and learning process.
3. Knowledge & Opinion: Thorough research and informed opinions are valuable assets.
Transcript
As someone who identifies as female, how has that impacted how you've navigated your career?
As someone who identifies as female, in the business world, and specifically accounting, you can be in a male-dominated industry or team. Things that I have found helpful are to really be my authentic self. Truly, just bring your authentic self to the table.
In addition to being authentic, I think another item would be to be direct. Be direct with what you know, what you don't know, and what you're still learning.
With that, being as knowledgeable as you can, doing research, and coming to the table with an opinion has been really helpful for me.