Acorns

Everything I’ve experienced, seen, or noticed so far has been a pro. At this point, it’s almost easier just to categorize everything so that you can get a better sense of what it’s like to work here and so I can organize my thoughts.

Coworkers The people I work with directly are fantastic! I’ve never met a better, more talented, and intelligent group of people. Especially coming off of my last job where everyone I worked with was varying shades of incompetent, this office feels like a breath of fresh air. When I ask someone for an update or need help on a project, I feel confident in their ability to give me full and honest answers that won’t just create more issues for me to solve.

Managers I haven’t had too much experience yet with senior management. They’re not a bad group, though. Anytime I have interacted with one of them, they’re friendly enough, and they always remember my name and what I do at the company, so that’s good. But my direct supervisor is outstanding. They care about my job satisfaction, future career goals, and also that I’m achieving a decently healthy work/life balance. It’s a professional relationship, but one grounded in mutual respect and compassion.

Salary and benefits The pay was actually the reason I took the job in the first place. I was miserable at my last job, and I started sending out feelers to other companies. I was considering a few different ones when I interviewed with Acorns, and they gave me a figure for my starting salary that I just was not expecting. I stopped my search that day, and the rest is history. So, if you’re wondering whether you’re going to be paid what you’re worth here, my answer is yes. That, and probably more. The benefits are also good. Medical isn’t too expensive, and they cover more than I’m used to.

Everything related to the day-to-day The work can be stressful at times, especially when there’s a tight turnaround on a critical project. But for the most part, it’s a very collaborative environment. The work we do is interesting. It’s always communicated how we’re contributing to the overall success of the company as a whole, and there’s an emphasis on customer satisfaction that makes each day feel worthwhile. I would never be one to say that helping people take control of their finances is my passion in life, but it is extremely rewarding when I stop and think about it.

My overall opinion My opinion of Acorns, based on the last year and a half with the company, is extremely high. I wouldn’t be surprised at all if I ended up staying with the company until retirement. I’m getting everything I ever wanted from a career, so there’s no reason to even consider leaving.

Like I said, I don’t really have anything to complain about at the moment.