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Anyone here work at EY TARAS (Tax Accounting & Risk Advisory Services) I’ve heard the team has some of the smartest people at EY and the highest utilization among all the tax groups. It sounds pre… more

Where did everyone do their internship? I interned at EY back in 2018, but wasn't offered a job there after graduation...That's always bugged me

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Listen, I get that it is generally important to dress professionally. However, it's 102 degrees where I'm located. Can't we agree it's okay to suspend the business casual dress code fo… more

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How do promotions work in the industry for PE roles? Is it difficult to get promoted?

I'm 2 years into my accounting career at big 4 audit. I plan to open a CAS/CFO services firm in the next 5–7 years, focusing on advisory services like forecasting, budgeting, and bookkeeping for s… more

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Has anyone worked in the accounting department at a credit union? Was it high volume work? How is the WLB?

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I’ve always put ”0” for my deductions on the payroll I9 form. Did you change to “1” after you had a kid?

Senior in public accounting getting promoted in a couple months to Manager. I got a job offer to be a Finance Manager from a former client. How important is it to get the Manager title within Public A… more

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My boss allows me to wfh for two months in condition on work whenever he asked me to… what schedule should I keep or lifestyle so that I’m mentally sane

Used to work at Moss Adams in FDD..worked with a toxic director which resulted in getting let go. Currently taking a break, working on my CPA. Upon reflecting, public accounting doesnt sound like a s… more

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I'm trying to find a part-time, work-from-home bookkeeping position but have only Sage 50 experience with today's programs. Yet, I have had 40 years of full-cycle bookkeeping and worked with n… more

Is there a reason why I never see any internal audit job postings anywhere?

I’ve hardly seen any IA jobs in industry, big 4 or MM firms which is surprising considering how high the regulatory standard is now. Is i… more

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Is it hard to find a job in public accounting right now as a tax manager? Taking a break from work to study but considering a smaller firm for better work/life balance

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Has anyone downloaded ChatGPT or something like it to their work devices? I mean, I can't think of a reason not to, but my husband works in tech and says it could be a security concern, and my emp… more

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What are y’all sign on bonus looking like at the senior manager level (tax)

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Are there any warning signs that I might be about to be fired? I'm getting weird vibes from my manager, and I know they've been interviewing Auditors. I can't decide if I'm being paran… more

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Anyone at EY use their personal credit card for business travel related expenses? Hurts my soul to not be getting any extra points besides just 1x on the corporate green amex. (work at EY now, flair … more

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As I am recently considering to freeze my eggs, I noticed my salary can barely cover all those costs along with my credit card debt(interest free atm) like it’s doable but I have to give up a lifestyl… more

I have a tentative offer from PwC. I've never worked at a Big4 before. Is there any reason not to join PwC? Any drawbacks I should be aware of?

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What is the normal sign bonus for industry roles? Is it based on your title, pay, both or simply based on company?

How’s BDO doing right now? Would you recommend to move over as Senior Manager/Manager in corporate tax group?

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Comparing offers as a senior manager in big 4 tax vs Alvarez and marsal core tax - in Chicago. Anyone have experience in either or both and want to share your thoughts?

In need of advice.
I'm a mom of three & only worked with tax. I recently lost my first ever FT job (60k) back in Apr, after my first tax season. I wasn't able to complete my budget hrs due … more

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Anyone know of any remote work that can be done as a second job with not too much experience?

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Should I start to look for jobs when my office posts my position online?

Medium size firm in Northeast, the work was fine, and I like the team.

I got a successful rating in Associate 2 last month, and today I saw my office pos… more

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How much does everyone's firm pay their interns? I found out we only pay our interns $8.50 an hour. It doesn't feel right.

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tips to be a good manager?

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is it just me or does the job market look way worse now than it did the past few years, especially for accounting & finance? Atleast back then you'd occasionally see people being optimistic an… more

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Looking to leave public for industry for a financial reporting role. I have never negotiated salary before and looking for advice on how to do so. I’m looking to get a $5k salary increase. I don’t wan… more

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Aged debtors, that's a nice way to put it. But bad debt provision is my favorite, what does everyone else like?

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I am corporate tax manager and planning to leave for an industry job, same title. I have been in PA for about 10 years and live in medium cost of living area. How much should I ask for pay and how muc… more

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How do you know it’s time to change careers

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I am currently a CPA, working in public accounting for the past 8 years, but I would like to start my own, little bookkeeping business (maybe a handful of clients, just to have some extra income each month). I am… more

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**Question - Client Threatening IRS Complaint**

Former client demanding $400 refund for completed QuickBooks cleanup work (adjusting entries for their messy books). I delivered finished financials + tax return as agreed.more

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A managing partner at my firm recently gave me a copy of the book "Passport to Partnership: The Seven C's."

For context, I've been with my firm for several years and have been learning more about… more

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Recently promoted and want to shift my budget process to something more formal. Anyone have tips - tools, suggested %s, etc?

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I'm looking for an assurance senior role in Columbus, Ohio. Please let me know if your firm is hiring.

I recently left the big four but feel I want to return. I feel I am missing out on a lot of experience the big 4 gives Any thoughts out there ?
Has anyone left and came back ?

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Why did you choose accounting as your career? What do you like most about your work?

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