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How is there a shortage of accounting jobs but at the same time people in the industry can't find work? Seriously, someone explain this to me, I don't understand.

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United Capital Financial Advisers I'm a UK-based MBA (Corporate Finance) with 1 year of experience as a Business Controller in the energy sector. I'm interested in the Analyst position at Goldman Sachs a… more

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Happy Sunday Everyone
I just passed my 1-year mark of accounting in June, and now I’m interviewing for accounting manager positions. What are some good questions to ask to stand out and also help get a… more

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As a dynamic and ambitious professional, I thrive under pressure and excel in integrating and adapting to current trends within national and international organizations. My adaptability allows me to p… more

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Anyone work at Alter Domus? An internal recruiter reached out about a job in fund accounting. Another external recruiter told me most of the candidates they represent are trying to leave Alter Domus. … more

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I’m a 2nd year staff in public “supposed” to become senior in a few months but have a feeling i wont get my desired salary. Any senior opportunities in public for senior, looking for salary in the 90k… more

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How stressful is financial reporting? Does the role typically include both internal and external reporting? Are the hours similar to public accounting and are you constantly under pressure?

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For those that stuck with your starting firm for more than a decade, what made you stay? Getting a little uneasy knowing all the firings that are going to happen in a week or two. While safe persona… more

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About to negotiate an offer. What does a first year Manager at Big 4, or other public accounting firms, in Valuations make? Please let me know if you’re HCOL so I can adjust down a little. Thank you!

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Is it illegal to impersonate a CPA?

I’m currently working in PA full time while preparing to take the other 3 exams that I have left to be one.

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So I've decided that I want to have a small business on the side with helping small companies with payroll/bookkeeping, I'm thinking of like maybe a QB accountant account or something. Do you … more

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Any insight in Anchin NY audit department?

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Which CPA firms offer Gympass? I know EY and PwC do, who else?

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Left a hybrid situation (industry) for a PA job because yes, I was that desperate.

But, it's fully remote and for the first time, I've had to timesheet myself. I've done PA before but on retainer so it… more

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Who's optimistic but nervous about the score release on the 31st 👀👀 share how you think you did! This is my first time getting results, crossing my fingers for good news 🤞

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Are there any VIRTUAL (WORK FROM) ONLINE Accounts Payable job for batching, processing, verification, costing to the appropriate accounts

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who is excited about pwc being sued by a former pwc asian female partner for biases/discrimination? Cant wait to see how this goes lol.

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Over 8 years of big four experience and yet cannot land a job like a director of financial reporting or technical accounting? What am I doing wrong? My application just gets declined without even an i… more

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What are the billable hours goals at pwc or rsm tax at the senior level?

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when someone asks me how my first year is going..

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Can an employer fire you after only one week? Is there legal action that can be taken especially if you left a job you were in good standing at to go there?

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Any firms out there that prorate bonuses for taking any parental leave? GT is making a change this upcoming fiscal year (bonus was not prorated last year) so just curious on what other firms are simil… more

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Any firms doing large scale onestream implementation yet?

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Marcum LLP What is the actual benefits package at Marcum? I keep reading reviews that it’s expensive, but how much are we talking here? What is the deductible?

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I recently started my first job out of college in public accounting. I am now CPA eligible with 150 credits. Would it be bad if I applied to big 4 even though I started recently? If I got accepted wou… more

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Just got promoted last month with Deloitte. I started with the firm 6-7 months ago. I’m still working on my utilization since I’m still pretty new with the firm and things got a bit slow after April b… more

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When looking at salary range for a position, is it likely to get hired at the upper end for M&A tax?

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I have been an intern for about 11 months so far. I had my 150 credits when I graduated but decided to take this internship to make sure I didn't hate it. Today, after being told I was going to ge… more

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Why is it so difficult to get into the Big 4, even as a new graduate from a good University in Canada, Is anyone hiring ?

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Did anyone get a "Salary Adjustment" for this August? I don't believe it is a raise as I believe most in my department received the salary bump. It is nice, but also makes me wonder if… more

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When you work with someone who doesn’t know how to use scheduling assistant so all the meetings he sends out are conflicts 😐 like bro this is easily avoidable

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When is the Manager’s training for EY? I have not received an invitation to attend.

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I see it in the water. I feel it in the Earth. I smell it in the air. Much that once was is lost. For none now live who remember it.

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Proud to be part of the dynamic team at LENDZ, Where I contribute as an accountant. My role involves managing financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting our mission to provide excellent mortgage solut… more

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What's the answer here, how are graduates supposed to succeed in this field now?

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What are you opinions on tattoos in public accounting? Will it prevent someone from being promoted to have a small visible tattoo?

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