Accounting

It’s a stable role with basic pay but limited opportunities for growth.

Have you ever applied to a job that you were very under qualified for but somehow you ended up getting the job. I’m in that situation and need motivation.

What in the dystopian nightmare crap is this? Claude AI just won Person of the Year at the Webby's. The future is looking pretty dim.

Looking Into a job at Crowe as a senior financial compliance consultant. What is everyone’s opinion on Crowe? Good idea or bad idea?

I am currently a tax manager in public accounting considering making the jump to industry. Would appreciate feedback from anyone who has made the transition - workload/compensation/work-life balance

Why is it more common for people to teams message when i show OOO? This didnt used to happen but more and more people teams message all hours including when I am OOO on PTO for a few days. There are n… more

Is it still terrible to find a new job after being let go, even with a CPA? Thinking about contingency plans.

PwC Acceleration Center (~5.5 yrs). Strong snapshots (consistently “Impressive”/“Above & Beyond”) and solid utilization, even with changing business demand.

Previously told I needed more engagement exposure—no… more

What’s the deal with GT? Is it a cluster or decent place to be? Thinking of jumping ship.

What exactly happens when a sign on bonus isn’t paid back?

Has anyone taken a good use of unlimited PTO if your company offers one? What’s the max you’ve taken?

Hi! Any insights on the integrated partnership solutions group at KMPG? Considering it. Also how different is it from the senior in asset management? I am looking at both job descriptions, they are pr… more

Are there any firms that are still hiring fully remote employees?

👀What’s a sure fire way a leader can kill a team's morale?

Does EY still hire for remote positions or are they trying to get everyone back in the office?

How often do you find yourself padding your billing? I have to do this all of the time. It never takes me long to complete my tasks, but I can't not charge my clients the full amount.

How are things at Citrin Cooperman? Thinking about jumping ship. I’m in assurance if that makes a difference, coming from another mid-tier firm.

Just left CLA as a tax manager/director. Pay was always subpar and the work is the same anywhere you go. My office was great and what kept me there (I was in socal).

Upper mgmt has been some questionable decisions… more

Think I am ready to make this beast season my last. Interested in pursuing something in forensic accounting or possibly pivoting out of accounting all together but as everyone knows, bills need to get… more

A lot of people are simply not meant for accounting.

What’s the best way to weed these people out earlier rather than later?

I work in industry and had been at my company for awhile. Someone outside of accounting has repeatedly made false statements about my work and what I have said via email and calls. The last email had … more

How hard is it to go from senior audit and assurance associate to an acocunting manager in industry? Say you got the job too, is the transition hard?

RSM fishes! I just got an offer for FDD senior associate role and have a quick question on signing bonus. Is it a bit negotiable? It's a bit lower than I thought so I was wondering if i can at lea… more

What’s working in internal audit like?

Would you hire someone as a Senior who has been one for 15-20 years?

Do you ever wonder why don't two of the Big 4 merge together? A combo like that would dominate and disrupt the consulting and accounting industries.

I’m currently in an Accounting Advisory Role (after 2 years of big 4 audit) and don’t feel like it’s provided me the best work life balance. I’m wondering what would be a good next step for me if I wa… more

How late did everyone work last night? I had so many people who waited until after 5:00 p.m. to send me the info I needed to file their taxes. I was working up to 11: 50 p.m. last night. Now, I'm … more

Big 4 DD vs mid tier Deal advisory.

I've got an offer for a graduate position in Big 4 Transaction Diligence and have an interview coming up for Deal Advisory at a smaller but respected firm.

The bi… more

Those that work in risk advisory, where do you work and how many hours do you charge a week? I’m at BT charging 40-45 if fully onboarded.

I just recently started working here at Stanton and I couldn't be happier. The work environment is a combination of laidback and professional. My coworkers are easy to work with and helpful when n… more

Is fund accounting a good job? It pays better than corporate accounting. I’m just not sure how repetitive the daily work can be given the more repetitive, the higher risk prone to automation.

Staff I saying they would do it but always end up not completing work. It’s been a recurring pattern. When to raise it to manager? I’m a senior in audit btw.

Happy Tax Day!