Good Entry Level position in Finance/Accounting - Fund Accountant State Street Employee Review

4.0
Jun 19, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The environment is very laid back. It is a fun place to work.

Cons

So far, I have not seen that much change in the way of challenging work. It seems like the work you do as soon as you are done with training is the same work you will be doing for quite a while. Not the best environment for someone who thrives on challenges and change.

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5.0
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Pros

Pay, Benefits, Time off, Flexibility

Cons

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1.0
May 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Remote work is (rarely) an option, though the approval process is extremely slow and bureaucratic. There are a few well-meaning colleagues who genuinely try to drive positive change before burning out.

Cons

Onboarding and HR processes are severely broken, taking 11 months to approve remote status and failing to prepare basic equipment for day one. The workplace culture is deeply hostile, with anger and yelling functioning as the default communication style across teams. Leadership turnover is rampant, resulting in constant re-organizations, splintered teams, and a total lack of strategic direction. Role clarity is non-existent, forcing employees to invent their own daily tasks while receiving entirely contradictory instructions. Direct management is completely absent; I went seven months without any contact from my boss before being laid off via a three-word instant message and short call.

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