Big 4 Gossip

Is PwC advisory affected by Tim Ryan’s budget cuts? (Are new hires getting their salaries cut? Are staff still getting raises?)

So EY started with their layoffs...?

A friend works at Deloitte audit. periodically he’s getting gift cards. Not sure if from firm or partners. Anybody else seeing this or know what it’s about?

Who do you consider to be the highest achieving big 4 person you know (no need to name them obvs)? what about them stands out to you?

I got some good news that one of the accounting firms I associate with is starting hiring again for September 2020. If you have 3+ busy seasons with a Big 8 firm and were laid off or looking for work,… more

Anyone here move into a advertising or communications role? Do you know how to leverage your big 4 experience?

I saw Goody Proctor in congress with the Devil.

How is EY doing with layoffs etc

How to deal with people flirting with you at work.
I’m married, and one of my coworkers flirts with me. Nothing super overt, but definitely not professional. We’re good friends and work together consta… more

I just stop breathing whenever I get a meeting invite. What is life

Do y’all get frustrated when someone asks you the same question ‘3 times’ especially if it’s a reviewer. Like I told you how it works and it’s the third time, it’s written there do the effort and ‘rea… more

I work at pwc and I am a second year senior. Currently make 90k base in assurance New York metro. Curious what everyone else is making and whether that is up to par

If you have stock prior to joining big 4 that is proscribed, are you required to sell? Does anyone really check for senior level?

Which other big 4 is similar to Deloitte?

Are companies you left likely or less likely to rehire you on a different team?

I know EY early promotes had their comp discussions and was curious what other big 4’s are seeing in terms of raises this year due to covid

Any insight from Deloitte folks on the announced layoffs? Has anyone from PwC or KPMG heard anything similar? EY has left the door open for layoffs, but hasn’t laid out specific plans yet. It feels in… more

Any raise freezes at other B4? Deloitte has remained silent thus far.

Did any of the Big4 start furloughs or layoffs in US?

Which big 4 is currently hiring? And which ones are on a hiring freeze?

If you got put on the CARES Act loan review jobs referenced elsewhere are you a low performer?

Is there any big 4 canceling their interns for 2020?

Which Big 4 is the best to be at regarding work culture and benefits? Especially during these tough times.

Hiring question - do you think you get a job at big 4 without a college degree? For example, someone dropped out of college after 2 years and acquired a few certs and a couple of years experience

I assume bonuses and raises are off the table this year. Does anyone have insight on the likelihood of promotions?

Unpopular opinion on flattening the curve: ok we all know we need to extend the tail at the end... how bout that tail at the beginning? I mean I'm in a midwest city where cases are hardly [cont]

I’m 25 years old, totally healthy, working from home. My parents want me to come visit for a few days given the uncertainty with the virus. Is it safe for me to visit? Both are 60 and in good health

For audit - How’s your firm’s data and cognitive technologies? Which tools/capabilities are you actually using in practice? And what capabilities are just hype right now?

What happened to that post about conceal carry at work? I click the notifications and it says I don't have access to the post. Did the post get blocked?

What big 4 have the best maturity and paternity leave policies?

Coronavirus - What are B4 doing?

We have travel ban to China and So Korea, but not on internal travel for meetings / trainings.

Best big 4 for work, life, balance?

Does anyone’s firm cover the cost of parking at the firm’s offices? The cost is particularly expensive for those who don’t go to the office each day (Audit, advisory) and thus must pay daily rates.

Being coached out and it’s not looking good. Looking for roles in the ny metro area

Lately I have read a lot about automation and/or outsourcing of administrative work.

Do you see this happening at your firm soon?

How close?

What is the average salary for an audit senior 1 and 2? I’m in the Cleveland market and curious what others are compensated for these roles. Thanks :)

Any one else made to feel bad taking vacation days?