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Okay I am an interesting point in my life. I just concluded the CPA in January. I plan to take some time off studying but ultimately want to pursue another certification. I have researched on CFP, CFA… more

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Norma for place to deactivate your login after you give notice?

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People who have undergone PE deals - did the PE let go of a disproportionate amount of remote employees?

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3 years of pa experience. SALT. What are some exit opportunities? I am looking for something boring and repetitive. Just had a baby. My brain is not working. I want to not stress at work as much as I … more

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Hey everyone,

I’m currently looking to apply to PwC and was wondering if anyone here has experience with their recruitment process. I’d love some guidance on how to structure my CV to make it stand out.

Also, does … more

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I’ve been at my accounting firm for 3 years, and I feel like it’s time to ask for a raise. The thing is, I don’t want to come off as demanding, but I also know my workload has doubled and my pay hasn’… more

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Are the bots coming for us? I’ve been hearing a lot about AI streamlining accounting tasks, especially on the audit and bookkeeping side. I’m wondering if I should be worried about job security in the… more

People whose firms have undergone PE deals: how did PE change your annual hour and utilization expectations?

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Anyone have experience working at Reckitt? Specifically asking for Senior tax analyst or tax manager roles.

How is the work life balance/pay?

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Is $175,000 a good salary for a mid level tax senior in LA market? Mid size CPA firm for reference non big 4. Will be working on all client industries.

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I’m stressing because my client keeps emailing tax questions at all hours of the day and night. She’s a restaurateur, $3k monthly retainer, my $80k lifeline, but now I’m bleary-eyed fielding ‘deductib… more

My new staff that started with the firm this Thursday, showed up to the office wearing farmer overalls and cowboy boots. All day, my manager teams chat was blowing up about this character. An unrelate… more

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It’s hilarious that everyone praises the word “automation”

And yet, when everyone sees a fully automated distributed ledger system

They assume it’s a scam

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I was hired with an understanding it will be an on-site 8-5 job. I took the job because I really didn't mind to work in the office. However, after I started, I realized all others are hybrid wit… more

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I’m wondering if anyone else is struggling with a complete lack of guidance in their firm. I’m a tax associate and have been here for a year, but I feel like I’ve been left to figure absolutely everyt… more

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Are there any remote part time jobs I can work on the weekend? Looking to work more to save for a wedding and honey moon

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When I passed the CPA Exam, NASBA said to allow 3-4 weeks for my state board (NY) to receive confirmation of me passing.

Does anyone know if NY mails me something/sends me some sort of acknowledgement … more

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Looking for a referral for an accounting advisory position within any of the big 4.

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Looking to switch jobs after tax season. At a smaller local firm, in my third tax season making $74,000 in a MCOL area. Have 4 years bookkeeping experience before that and was in a different line of … more

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If you get reached out from a family business tax office on linkedin and their salary range is high but there is minimal information available on google, is this normal for small family office? Trying… more

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Hi! Looking for a referral at Deloitte, EY, PwC or a midsize accounting firm for a senior audit associate position. Got three years of experience in KPMG audit. Any help would be appreciated!

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Hi! I have worked in the financial sector for years but left to attend university to get my finance degree, which I obtained in 2024 (United Kingdom). Now that I have completed that goal I want to find empl… more

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My boss had a heart attack on his way to work this Monday and passed away. He was the owner, manager, supervisor. He didn’t trust anybody in his business. None of the family members know how to run th… more

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I received an offer from a small accounting firm, which expires in few days. However, i am being scheduled for an interview in a company from industry that has better compensation and benefits. I real… more

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What’s the biggest difference in day to day from being a manager to a senior manager? And what are the main skills needed when making the jump?

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Fannie Mae What are the benefits for new employees ? How many PTO days ? Also are sick days paid I saw unlimited sick days but are they with pay ? Is PTO for auditors auto approve or do you need to g… more

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I asked for a ridiculous raise. Could this backfire? If so how? Theres no way I could get more work. My utilization is also ridiculous. Folks pay your people

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I’m a CPA with 4 years of experience and got an offer for $65K, barely above the entry-level rate for some companies. What do you all think about negotiating when the offer feels way too low? Should I… more

Anyone else confused by the pearl clutching regarding DOGE cuts? We’re financial professionals and know government spending fraud waste and abuse was beyond a reasonable threshold.

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The IRS layoffs have been brutal. I know too many people who've been affected. What a 180, to go from growing and thriving to getting throttled. Do you know someone who got caught up in the DOGE cuts?… more

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I’m connected in LI with a lot of fractional CFO and bookkeeping business owners who constantly post about amazing WLB and how they’re so successful (i.e. $$). Is there any truth to this? I just can’t… more

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How to professionally confront a supervisor who does not give any direct feedback but talks negatively about me.

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If Trump abolishes the IRS, what will accounting firms do with their employees?

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SS&C Technologies, Inc. What’s the salary and bonus like for associate manager for PE funds at SS&C Technologies, Inc. In north NJ? Thanks!

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Bookkeeper

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Should you always negotiate for a higher salary when receiving an offer from a large firm?

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Not the greatest time to be a tax accountant, huh?

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Overtime. What are current attitudes towards OT these days?
I spent years in accounting/audit/finance and (unpaid) OT was required. Sacrificing my personal life didn't get me into the C-Suite, ho… more

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Looking for a Senior to join A&M in LA - please reach out if interested. (I can discuss details in DMs)

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