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Thinking about leaving Big Four for a small local firm. I know the partners and could make partner very quickly. I want to do something more entrepreneurial and don’t see a long-term path at my curren… more

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FSO WAM Tax @ EY! About to start as a first year associate and got switched to WAM, can anyone tell me how the hours are and what type of work they encounter? pros/cons? run/hide?

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What childhood dream job did you give up on in favor of this career?

How old were you when you gave up on your dreams?

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Is Government accounting job a career killer? If in the future, one wants to transition into Industry?

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Curious to know,

Moss Adams pays on a semi monthly basis.

Is this every 1st and 15th of the month or what does it typically look like?

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Would you take a significantly higher paying job that’s more hours, stress and would offer more learning opportunities if you’re already maxing all your retirement accounts, buying/doing everything yo… more

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What is it like being in corporate tax? Currently a financial accountant and tired of the typical month-end close duties, doing the same recons and JEs over and over. I’d like to try something new. Is… more

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I’m considering taking a fully remote job and am somewhat worried about if I’ll be able to handle it as I’m not a homebody. I’m currently about 80% remote which is perfect. Those of you who are fully … more

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Does anyone actually like their job?
I dont think I can do this anymore.

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Being an intern is like summer camp for adults

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Thinking about looking for exit ops outside of big 4. Does anyone have any resume template recommendations or tips? What do people use to strengthen their resume?

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Anybody here have a completely unrelated undergraduate degree before accounting? I have a bachelor's in Psychology…I really did a 180°

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Does EY converts the Hybrid offer to Remote offer?

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How easy is it to transfer CPA license across states?
Texas Education requirement is very high but Washington DC is relatively easier. Can one just not get license from DC and transfer to Te… more

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Is accounting jobs mostly in Big4 USA remote? or atleast Hybrid?

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I'm in Vancouver, seeking an accounting job with 2 years of experience, including 2 tax seasons. I aim to work at a Big 4 firm to advance my career.

My current well-known local firm only handles compilation en… more

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Is it normal to feel like you have imposter syndrome when considering accepting a job offer? I was so excited then started worrying I’ll fail and get fired. I can’t decide if it’s not right for me or … more

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who’s going to be the first public accounting firm to go public ?

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Heard there were layoffs at KPMG in internal services recently like RM, anyone know if that’s true?

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What type of industries does the BDO Tampa office serve and are there a lot of public engagement in that office?

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What's KPMG and Deloitte's working profile? How many days are required in the office? How strictly enforced is that? Deloitte KPMG

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How is PE investing in accounting firms going to end? Curious what people think.

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Is anyone worried that all professional service jobs will be exported to India?

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I have a bachelor's degree in accounting. I've been working out of school for 2 years in private. I work 40-60 hours around month end. All my higher-ups with MBAs & CPAs work 40-60 hours.

My brother has a batchlo… more

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I have been informed to pass the interview and some assessments. Then be asked to do an interpersonal assessment and not hear from HR after that. Has anyone had the same experience as me? I still do n… more

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Just learned one of our top sales leaders shared our costs (broken down into every little category) directly with one of our customers. It even showed how much margin we were marking it up. Anyone els… more

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The WFH culture is resulting in people not being interested in working at a company where the are required to show up in person in the office. Some often put forth that people want a better work/life … more

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Is this the lengths we have to go to these days 😂

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I currently have two offers. One for fortune 10 and one for top 30 public accounting firm. The pay is about same. I am very contemplating between fast promotion and job security&brand na… more

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Is there a ChatGPT for GAAP or understanding accounting? For example, can ChatGPT explain consolidation accounting, fund accounting, statement of cash flows, etc.

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Is anyone taking the cpa-preparatory-courses in Manitoba? How difficult is it to pass the exams?

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What type of question asked in Technical interview Accounting Assistance?

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How do you audit PFIC disclosure? Do you pass it to the tax team, or just quickly read client's memo and assume it's correct and they're not a PFIC?

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ive been working in the finance accounting field since i got out of uni in 2012. my motivation to get my CPA was never really there but ive been getting pressured by my parents to get one but ive been out … more

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After I accepted the offer, then got another offer from another company that is higher, is it rude to go back and negotiate the offer that I already accepted?

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What is the most basic tool I can use to start learning about AI?

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How does the CPA work if you cannot get hired to obtain the work experience?

I've passed 3 sections of the CPA exam and struggling to land a job.

I'm worried that if I pass all 4, I'll still never be ab… more

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