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60 Seconds with Emily Cong of Allstate Northern Ireland

Group reporting manager with Allstate.

Monday 27 September 2021

60 Seconds with Emily Cong of Allstate Northern Ireland
Tell us about your role and your organization.
Group reporting manager with Allstate.
 
Give us a brief overview of your career journey so far.
I’m a Chartered Accountant with nine years’ experience working with international groups and smaller local companies. Most of my career has been spent on financial reporting, tax, budgeting and engaging with boards. I’m currently working as a group reporting manager in Allstate and previously worked for PwC, CME and a hedge fund.
 
Describe yourself in 3 words.
Optimistic, determined, detailed!
 
What is one skill that helps you most in your role?
Analytical skills which I use on a daily basis.
 
What advice do you have for women in your sector/industry/type of role? Share any words of wisdom or any mantras that you might have!
If you have a goal which you need help to achieve, reach out to people for a coffee if you think they can help, especially your managers. Focus on opportunities and projects that build skills and relationships.
 
Who has been your biggest career inspiration and why?
Sheryl Sandberg; Her book (Lean In) is very inspirational and encouraged me to voice my opinion more.
I also have good mentors who’s sharing their valuable experiences with me all the time.
 
If you had to pick your soundtrack song to get you through the working day, what would it be?
Seasons Change by Scotty McCreery.
 
What's your favourite break-time snack?
Nothing beats Chocolate, especially Maltesers!
 
How can you fellow WIB members keep up to date with you and your organisation?
Keep up to date with Emily and Allstate team on LinkedIn: Chuan (Emily) Cong
 
 

Monday 27 September 2021

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