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How do people track CPE in industry and are there courses that are free? Big 4 makes it so simple to track requirements and im trying to see how it works outside

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Hello my CPAs, would I really save somewhat taxes if I open a LLC or an individual company? I’m thinking just doing some online retailers as part time but want to save more money and utilize company c… more

I see that PwC is hiring, and I was thinking about applying because I've always wondered what it's like to work for the Big 4. But I know they had layoffs this year already, so is now a safe t… more

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Leaving public accounting after 6 years for a number of reasons and it just feels odd knowing I’m done. Anyone else experience these mixed emotions when leaving?

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Hello all !!

I’m fairly new to Houston TX ( Northwest) and my last role was an AP Manager for a Real Estate Development/ New Construction/ Third party Management Company. I’m thinking about maybe going to a AP L… more

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And side hustles as a majoring in accounting

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How many credit cards do you have since your profession is helping your personal finance?

How do you appropriate "phone it in"? Not trying to underperform, I'm also not interested in going above and beyond. Not quite quitting, maybe just quite meeting expectations.

If you were… more

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Is it worth stepping down from a manager role to take a senior accountant position at Amazon, even if the pay is lower? Unsure if the trade-off is worth it, but the opportunity to work at Amazon is ap… more

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Have anyone refused to payback their clawback bonus ? What are the consequences? They kept sending me a bill and I just ignored them until they eventually being written off. I wrote to them, it wasn’t… more

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Anybody here with EY in the asset management group? I’m thinking about accepting a position in their portfolio company service line.

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Anyone have any insight on how Chick-Fil-A’s pension works? I’m familiar with government pensions but not sure if CFA’s functions the same way.

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Fellow accountants, How are you guys coping with AI?

Has anyone ever opened an outsourced accounting or CFO firm?

How did you do it? How do you find clients? How much experience and what kind did you have? How specialized are you? How long before you we… more

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Isnt it a disservice to the firm if they keep making you turn on your camera in meetings (especially client meetings) if you’re unattractive?

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Can someone please share what the maternity leave is for Grant Thornton US? What’s the maximum amount of paid and unpaid time employees are able to take? Thank you!

Absolutely no growth in this firm. The office is losing clients and staff and have done nothing to recover except to lay off people. The office has over 23 empty work stations and 14 empty offices. Th… more

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Thoughts on the job market currently for accounting?

I am currently working in an advertising company. My job roll is account assistant. I am currently an intern. My salary is only Rs. 25000

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I was hoping someone could share insights on what to expect when joining RSM from a small public accounting firm. Specifically, I’m curious about the culture, level of support, and work-life balance within the Fi… more

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Tired of a life of audit and tax? We are looking for accounting professionals with 2-3 years of experience looking to use their skills to help entrepreneurial companies. Our staff has direct interactions with b… more

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Wondering what people think of this situation. Cars are my biggest passion in life so I have a 2021 M3 and now bought a 2025 GMC Sierra. People at work make comments about my M3 being the most expensi… more

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Trying to search jobs or roles in Audit department in Audit firm.
But unable to get one as don't have previous experience in Audit but do have experience in compilations. How to get into Audit role… more

Why do you think that year after year after year

The price of goods and homes increases

But the price of a senior accountant stays in a very specific range

Can you say off shoring?

Accounting wages wi… more

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Internal Auditors! What is your position/industry & average work hours? I'm trying to see which industry has the best work life balance.

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QuickBooks Online has been a nightmare in terms of performance. Pages buckle, stall or crash at times upon refreshing. And it eats into billable time and money. I'd rather stick with the desktop … more

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Have mid tier firm and big four experience in audit for over 5 years. Looking for jobs in private equity and head hedge funds. Insight on jobs and roles are appreciated!

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Who else is pissed that the AICPA is looking to drop the 150 credit hr rule?

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For those of you in audit, how do you explain what we do to someone who’s at least of mild intelligence where you actually want them to understand lol

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Exited B4 IT Audit 4 years ago for IT strategy. I’m a parent now and consulting is no longer for me - I need better wlb & would prefer to spend my extra time with my family. Am I crazy for conside… more

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If no tax on tips passes. We are dropping standard tip from 20% to 10% right?!

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What salary range would you say is reasonable based on my experience?

4 years in audit PA left at senior
1 year Assistant Controller
Have my CPA

Looking to relocate to Salt Lake City but not sure what I s… more

Been struggling to get a job after 3 audit busy seasons. Im not sure if im bad at interviewing or if its just the market and people with more experience. Any tips on what to say on why im leaving audi… more

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Anyone else dealing with a super picky reviewer who takes forever to get to your work—then once they finally review it, they keep coming back days later with more review notes they didn’t mention the … more

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Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) I interviewed with WSIB for the Case Manager role, although I passed all stages of the interview, I was put on a “Qualified External Candidate Waitlist” whe… more

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Curious about what’s really going on at Andersen Tax.

Trying to get past the press releases — would love insight from folks who’ve worked there, competed with them, or done business with them:
• What’s the culture real… more

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Story Time:

A month ago, I put in my notice and left PA for good. I had interest from other smaller firms (where I initially thought I wanted to go after burning out at a midsize firm), but I realized I had no interest in bei… more

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Hello

I feel i am stuck in my career been working with a company for over 2 years and completed my masters while working full time.

I feel that i am not progressing in my career any advice on what i can do to grow and po… more

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