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Anticipating getting a job offer at a competitor (same city) that will be a pretty significant pay bump (40-50k, I’m underpaid) and would also include a title bump (Mgr to SM). My current team is desp… more

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What salary should I expect for a Mergers & Acquisitions Tax Senior? I have 3.5 years of experience in asset & wealth management tax and have my CPA. MCOL city as well

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Would it make sense going from 2 and 1/2 years to an intern at a public accounting firm? The firm is really small so idk if it’d really help me on my CV. Also I heard the firm has an unorganized struc… more

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Is it a bad idea to start a job if I plan on starting a family and going on mat leave in the next year or two? At BDO now and very discouraged by all layoffs / leadership change.. etc.

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I’ve spent most of my career in middle market firm as a tax professional and I’ve consulted on virtually every type of tax possible but I still feel like Big 4 professionals do not respect us.

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Background: My boss oversees multiple franchises. They’re all doing well (none are losing money year over year), but one of the franchises is carried by the performance of the other two.

Task: He want… more

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I used to be in Women in Accounting bowl but it seems that I lost access while updating my company. I cannot find the bowl now, can someone share it with me? Thanks!

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For those who have gone through a NetSuite implementation, do you have any advice for someone leading a revenue accounting department? Anything that should be considered and planned for early on vs. p… more

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Is Alvarez and Marsal the only consulting firm that has a M&A tax team?

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The fact that job titles matter so much drives me crazy. I'm in industry and despite a senior title, I do what a manager does at many other companies, get paid like a manager at other companies, a… more

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Looking for advice: How can I avoid being extended on a project? I was recently reassigned to a project I worked on before. While I received positive feedback last time, the project doesn’t align with… more

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Has anyone started in tax and then switched to audit later down the road? Did you have to completely start over as an intern? What pushed you to switch over and what is your experience now in audit?

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Hi mums, does anyone work at GT and know what their paid parental leave is for primary carers? Is it on top of government's paid parental leave?
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Anyone moved from EY to KPMG? how has the experience been at manager level. In terms of tools, methodology, team culture

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Staff and manager are very helpful and supportive.

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I recently joined Accounting Operations for a mid sized company. I am wondering if I am in the right team since I feel like majority of my work is data entry or pulling documents from different system… more

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has anyone pivoted from accounting to data analytics?

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I am looking Accounting jobs in Oakland ,California and near cities. I have more than 10 years Accounting experience.

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I just had an interview with a potential employer & was asked about my current salary, i saw their budget was way higher and in my current role i am being paid less than industry average so I lied about it st… more

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I have an individual that is an informal coachee that I think has a really bad coach. The coach doesn’t seem to know what the individual is working on nor do they reach out to people for feedback (a f… more

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I am currently trying to find my motivation again in this career, but with constant layoffs happening I am not sure I can trust any company. I want to be a dedicated employee, but it seems that is not… more

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89 days unemployed and struggling to pay bills and today I finally received a new offer and at a higher salary. I am so happy right now. 😀

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What ever happened to 9-5s, so tired of this 9-6

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I’ve only been in this role for 6 months and my team already considers me a “seasoned” team member. Is this a red flag or is that the norm in industry? 2 people have left since joining

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Good company

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Hi
I am a CA Finalist and looking for a job in Oman. If someone has any opportunity or could conect me somewhere it would be much appreciated.
Target role are Accountant, Assisstance Finance manger, Internal … more

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My name is Musfir, and I am from India. I hold a BBA degree and a diploma in Professional Accounting, which I completed along with hands-on training. Currently, I work as an Accountant at ZIYKO Indust… more

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RIP and everything but wtf is this. Transaction advisory services group of the audit practice? The ignorance of this Wikipedia page grinds my gears ⚙️

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Where did you all go to college?

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Any available vacancy in your reputable company? Kindly notify me

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I think RSM, Crowe and FORVIS are the last large firms that are not big 4 that still have a normal partnership structure.. we’ve lost control of our profession. 😢

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Bye Gensler! Next up, Chair Williams! Don’t let the door hit you on the way out, suckers!

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Hello I am new to this app and just ask whoever see's this advices or tips for my current situation. I received and accomplish to get my ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist Certificate about 2 mont… more

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Why do investment banks hire CPA firms to do financial / tax due diligence for transactions instead of having an in house team to do it?

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I have recently heard through the grapevine that about half a dozen or so younger Gen X partners (currently mid to late 40s) I know, (including myself) plan on retiring in their mid-50s (55 to 57). Th… more

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I’m assuming whenever a recruiter mentions a company is “PE backed” that is really a bad thing because it means eventual buy out and restructuring. Is that something to be wary of or am I off here?

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Im so over how thankless this profession is. I feel like when things get busy i am robbing Peter to pay Paul with everything I do. I can only do one thing at a time, and having to explain to people wh… more

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Can anyone share feedback on working in tax at A&M Miami office?

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What is the best site to look for a job? Indeed, LinkedIn? And I’m assuming it’s best to apply directly on the company website if it’s up there? Also anyone have any recommended recruiters for anyone … more

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