Audit Bowl

Hi Everyone,

I have experience of 4 years in External Audit, I need to switch to finance. Please guide me.

Thank you

What's everyone's experience working at private equity backed CPA firms? Has there been many rounds of layoffs, bad culture shifts etc?

Left BT for a small firm 15 months ago. Couldn't stand the small firm atmosphere, soft on clients, lack of resources. Starting at RSM next week and hoping it's more the culture I was used to a… more

If I wanted to pivot from traditional auditing to a more niche area like forensic accounting or IT auditing, what certifications or experiences would you recommend to make that transition seamless?

Would you care about the tittle if the money is good? I’ll be losing the manager tittle but getting a 40% uplift salary wise with a ftse 100 company.

Hi everyone, I would appreciate your serious advice. I’m currently an A1 auditor at a Big 4 firm. I relocated from another state, and at the time of my application, I couldn’t find any tax positions, so I ended u… more

Thoughts on the Macy's scandal...how can one single employee hide this much expenses for multiple years in a row especially if vendors were still getting paid?!! Budget to actual control failure? Recon failur… more

Looking for advice from anyone who has left audit and went into industry. On the engagements I’ve worked on I’ve become very good at a handful of areas, and have not recently looked at some other technical … more

Ok who’s got the deets on Macy’s? How’d a single employee hide $155M of expenses?

EY vs. A&M? I’m looking to switch to a different firm and have heard a lot about the compensation at A&M. Anyone work at both that can speak on the culture, working hours, etc.

I know of a CA(SA) qualified in Feb 2024, is currently looking for a position in Audit as an Audit Senior or Assistant Audit Manager. He is available immediate, will require sponsorship. But is also … more

I haven’t tested inventory yet. How do you usually test inventory? What assertions do you usually test?

Fellow auditors: What is your favorite tech at your job that makes your life easier?

Hi, does anyone have any comments on moving into the industry as a restructuring accountant? Is that a good move for current big 4 manager?

Any insight about Amex audit department and their interview process? Thanks!

Hey 3-4 year auditors with a CPAs ideally on the east coast looking for a fully remote job, please message me!

Healthcare tech company - we placed the hiring manager, he’s great and very chill.

Don’t m… more

Are lateral movements common within EY? Just curious on the process / different opportunities.

Is it just me or did Covid kill audit? Used to be at client sites all the time, dinners, happy hours etc. now it’s sit in our office or at home and fill out checklists? I miss the change in environmen… more

Anyone’s IA departments hiring and would like to refer someone with forensics experience? Looking for better WLB and heard IA is not a bad gig.

I’ve been invited to an Internal audit manager interview. Im currently an external audit manager and was wondering if anyone could share some tips and tricks for questions or areas to study I would ap… more

I have a Bachelors in Finance from Susquehanna University, and 1 year of Construction Auditing experience form L.E. Mason Assoc. Who were the auditors for President Trump. I left early for Cost Engi… more

How do I escape to the industry? Over 2 years experience audit experience with 4/4 CPA passed

Trying to find a middle tier firm that has a decent training, firm resources with regards to support for unusual situations, accounting resources, etc. It seems an impossible task to find a firm with … more

Does anyone else feel like they can never say no to extra work? My manager keeps piling on tasks, and I’m already working late most nights and weekends.

I’m working towards my CPA but finding it really hard to make study time since I'm so slammed with work. How are you balancing studying and the job, especially during busy season?

Hey guys,

Has anyone moved to any position as restructuring manager in the industry and can guide on the exit opportunities? (UK for reference). The job would be more like project managing the restructuring … more

How many of you have families and work in auditing? Do you find that you take too many business trips and rather not because of your family?

Quick Question (Negative Comments Keep Them)- in Public Accounting Auditing When Are You Considered An Experienced Auditor? I’ve Been An Audit Associate For 2 Months Shy Of 2 Years And Still ConsiderMyself “New” Because I On… more

Anyone who works with PensionAssurance looking for an audit manager referral? I’m looking for a new job and currently work exclusively in EBP plans. My current firm is cutting benefits down to only PT… more

Did anyone go through the government clearance process at PWC Luxembourg for their audit department? I am not sure what it means and they require this for a lot of their open roles right now.

Public accounting INTERVIEWERS: How many questions do you suggest a candidate ask you at the end of the interview? Is 10-15 too many?

Have you considered a career in Assurance?

EY is actively looking for experienced CPAs to join its assurance practice.

Please DM for a referral.

Money Gram is a cool place to work, the working environment, my team and other departments are excellent because the level at which we collaborate, communicate, commitment to works are top notch.

I work as a Sr IA at a F500 manufacturing company. I work with offshore teams every day in every timezone you can imagine including opposite time zones, every day. The super early morning and late nig… more

How comfortable are you and your coworkers with sharing salary information openly?

Daily Dose of Psychology
Several signs of a pychopath
1. Superficial Charm & Charisma (fake kindness)
2. Unnecessary Cruelty or a Mean Streak
(gossip, lashing out others aggressively. being entertained when they hurt)
3. Lies, Exag… more