Accounting

What does a first year in-charge/senior make for Big 4?

Before I chose accounting I had understood it was relatively safe from layoffs due to economic factors. But now im in and all I see is layoffs after layoff all over. I went into public because it was … more

I despise scheduling meetings. Anything with more than, like, 4 people is basically impossible unless you do it 6 months in advance.

I’m currently a manager in international tax at a Big 4 firm and just a couple of months away from my second year in the role. I’m exploring opportunities in chicago, either at another Big 4 or a stro… more

Can I still get my CPA certification even though I got a bachelors degree in psychology

My friend was fired from one of the accounting companies that just was acquired. They were fired for having two remote jobs at the same time in 2022. What HR data will be transferred as part of the me… more

Referral for Citrin Cooperman?

Is a weaker dollar really that much of a boon for US earnings? My thought here is that most of the benefit would flow through OCI (translation of foreign subsidiary) rather than Net Income (remeasurem… more

Fund administrator role or PE fund accounting role?

Does Plante Moran have an in office requirement? If so how many days per week?

Hi all.! Looking for a Job in Halifax, NS. I have prior experience in Accounting, Finance, Tech Support and customer service. If anyone can help would be great. Thank you.

Thinking about making a change from top 6 firm to more regional, what are audit managers making at Wipfli in WI? 8 yrs experience with CPA

Does it make sense if i want to apply for big4 for more exposure to other fields? I started a new accounting job last year at a mid size firm. Mostly working on individual tax, i tried to pivot to oth… more

Those of you who switched from big 4 external audit to industry internal audit. If you don’t mind sharing (you can also message me) can you please let me know your experience? Would you recommend it? … more

Hi, anyone who can give me a referral to Crowe or BDO?

Is corporate swag dead? I got a $50 gift card to the company store when I joined, and since then nothing. I can buy it if I want (with $15 shipping), but it’s not even discounted. My last org was like… more

I’ve worked in finance and accounting for over 13 years, with experience spanning tax planning, project accounting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. I now find myself at a crossroads. I’m no longer feeling fu… more

I am interviewing for a few roles as a Sr. Mgr. I’ve come across a role that wants to do a 4 hr assessment for business & personal return as well as set up a QBO file.

In the 20+ years I have never encountered this. more

Idk what happened to QB Online but I wouldn’t recommend this garbage to my worst enemy

The servers constantly jams and on days when you’re trying to get something out the same day you can’t afford ur … more

Finance bros came put the word “strategic” in front of planning and made an entire product out of it

Imagine if your job was just to plan stuff. With some strategy lol

Who’s out there running a busines… more

Would exposure to technology companies or Manufacturing and distribution companies be better in terms of experience and potential exit opportunities down the line? Does it make much of a difference?

W… more

How hard is it to find a job right now for someone fired for poor performance ?

I took a job 6 months ago on the east coast in a large big four office. My finance and I have wanted to move back to my home state since moving here. Would it be a bad career move to put in for an off… more

It is the usual practice right when you coworkers or friends see you’re doing bad in your life. but when you’re doing better, they like trying to sabotage yours

For audit, is attempting to transfer industries and into a new firm a waste of time for someone at the senior associate level? Would possessing a CPA increase that significantly, or does anyone factor… more

Would it kill you guys to make the column headers bold and maybe add a splash of color to that top row

I swear nobody thinks about the readability of their workpapers

I just need to vent for a second: I’m a 3rd year audit senior, but I don’t want to make manager in audit (nor do I think they want me to) because I am a single parent and can’t travel/work crazy hours… more

Thoughts on a manager role at RSM in the accounting/finance consulting practice? Anyone have insights to WLB or team culture?

Currently in public accounting doing SALT, thinking about making a pivot to tax technology. Any insights into this area? What’s the exit opportunities like with tax technology experience?

What practice is better? Deloitte LA AWM, it or OC real estate tax. Thinking about applying as a manager