The Big 4 refers to the largest accounting and professional services firms: Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and PricewaterhouseCoopers.

How is compensation at the Chartis Group these days? Last time I interviewed with them, they didn’t pay as well as B4. I am interested in interviewing again after seeing they acquired some companies.

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What are consulting firms that have good exit opps/considered prestigious for post mba strategy consulting roles. Looking to gain insights on boutiques that are not mbb/big 4. Some that I’ve heard of (lek, Oliver wyman, altman, Alvarez and marshal)

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GoodAfternoon Everyone. Currently 10 YOE in operation front facing management. Recently an MBA graduate and looking to pivot into a new career in consulting. Have an phone screening with a big 4 for a SAP Consulting and specifically states “we will train you!” The only experience I have with SAP programs is in the operational field. Is there anything I should be familiar with to execute fairly on this phone screening? Any recommendations? Also, salary range to discuss? Thank you all!

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Hey guys, to keep it brief I currently have a signed offer for summer 2023 in accounting advisory at a B4 in San Francisco. However, I have the opportunity to go through the Amazon AFRP - Accounting summer 2023 internship in Seattle. I wanted to go towards the finance route and go from AAS --> FDD --> FP&A/Corp fin. With this in mind, which route would you guys go? note: comp difference will likely be a wash.

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Would you move to another B4 place if they are offering 50% TC increase even though you are already at B4? You would have to network again and start all over..

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Folks in FDD, I'm starting as an S2 at a MM PA firm next Monday. Can someone give me some perspective into what I can do to set myself up for success? (I'm coming from B4 audit).

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Any advice on approach/interview explanation for technical skills that you know, but don’t use in your role regularly? Feels like a weak spot

Background: b4 business consultant 3YOE so most analyst roles require SQL/data vis skills which I have, but have very limited actual project experience to speak too.

Any way to land these roles beyond just pushing to get on a more technical project?
Are any credentials good enough for those of you that hire for these roles?

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If you're looking to pivot to a
more fulfilling career, but aren't sure
what you want to do - I would love
to interview you for 15 minutes in
exchange for a $10 Starbucks gift
card. I'm doing market research for a
new coaching program I'm
developing and want to hear what
would help you with career
reinvention.

My background: I'm a coach,
run a real estate company with my
husband, and previously was a Big 4
HR manager, and Big 4 CPA. I’m also mom to 4.5 YO daughter and 1.5 YO son.
Thanks!

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I’m in a small (<$10m revenue) sustainability strategy consulting firm. Looking to break into a larger firm. How do the ESG offerings of Big 4 and Accenture compare?

I spoke with someone a few years ago and they said that PwC got rid of its ESG consulting people and only focus on Audit and Assurance - which I am not interested in if that’s still the case.

So open to tips on the current offerings of these players.

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🐠 who have worked in multiple B4+Accenture firms - have you seen tools and processes better in any? I feel like tools at Deloitte for things like Deal pricing, pursuit management can be better. Not sure if it is same across the board.

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Why the big 4 pay overtime in other countries but not in US?

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Associate in Big 4 and realizing consulting isn’t it for me. Have a bachelors in computer science and math. How hard would it be to make the jump to a technical role / tech industry? Would need to brush up on my leetcode, but are tech recruiters interested in consultants? Should I try to make senior associate first? Would love to hear others’ experiences!

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Data scientist in industry or data science consultant at big 4, what wins long term?

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Which Big 4 had the best Forensic practice so far as learning is concerned. If someone can provide more ligh on EY and KPMG in particular.

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I’m currently in valuations at a Big 4 and long term not sure what I want to do. Should i just stick with B4 until I know my next step or chase the bag and compare offers with Houlihan Lokey/Kroll, etc.? Since I will have B4 on my resume, are there any cons concerning future opps if I leave?

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Currently on gardening leave at one of B4 before joining another B4 as Partner. Feel like my knowledge of market etc is ebbing away, any advice what I can do to keep things sharp before I join the new firm?

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How to get into big 4? Preferably in M&A. I’ve been trying to apply and reach out to people on LinkedIn but nothing seems to work. Currently working as an engineering compliance manager for clients needing quality managements systems. I do audits too (ISO9001). I have an MBA and an engineering degree. Do I need to go get a finance degree? I have been accepted at Georgetown to do a MS finance, but even with a scholarship it’s costly. 30 yo located in Melbourne, Australia.

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McKinsey & Company How feasible is it to get into SHaPE or any health related practice at McKinsey? I have a public health background. I’m planning ahead for an exit within 2-3 years after securing a manager position at B4. McKinsey & Company

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Recent Manager promote interviewing with ZS Associates for Business Consulting Manager. Does anyone have insight to ACN/B4 manager expectations vs ZS Manager expectations or overall ZS Manager description/comparison? Not a Life Sciences expert, wondering if a significant pay bump may be worth a potentially significant role change.

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Need help making a decision please! Have a couple offers on the table from consulting and health tech:

Current: Working for a Healthtech with 310k total comp (base + bonus + equity)

Offer 1: B4 Consulting firm - 225k base + 30k sign on + upto 31% EoY bonus

Offer 2: Healthtech startup - 240k base + upto 25% EoY bonus + Equity

Trying to figure out if so should go forward with Offer 1 or Offer 2. Thanks!

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From the moment you applied till you got hired, how long it took? Weeks/month...?
Big 4 in Tax. Please, share your office location...

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Anyone jumped from national firm FDD to b4 FDD w/o prior b4 experience?

Just wondering if S2 national = S2 b4.

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Working for a big 4 strategy firm in London and would like to move permanently (not secondment) to the US on an L1 visa next year after getting to senior associate. Does anyone have experience with this? Its unlikely my home partners would support the move outright, so is the best approach to apply directly to the desired US office after networking and get an offer + global mobility in place before giving notice?

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Expats in the group!

I am joining big 4's strategy arm in London on skilled worker visa. I am thinking of refinancing my education loan from Asia in the UK. Looking to connect with people who did such refinancing or have an idea about it. Many thanks!

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Been at EY now for 8 months, looking to move to a different firm not a fan of the culture for African Americans. Will it be hard to move to another firm with less than a year? big 4. 5 years experience in engineering, senior rank.

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Keen to understand the rough Manager bands across big 4 in consulting. I have heard pwc are the lowest (60-70) and the EY go up to 79. Are these right and what are Deloitte and KPMG?

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Hey guys! So I have an interview with Blackstone this coming week and I wanted to see if anyone here might have any insight on the interview process/tips. I am currently 6 months in as a big 4 auditor applying for their global fund finance. I know I am a little light on exp, but based on other things I have like passing my cpa and working on my mba I think they decided to give me a chance. I would love to hear if anyone has insights, Bcs I really want to get into this industry and firm!

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Need help deciding between offers: Industry revenue strategy (analytics) role vs B4 supply chain strategy role, salary is same and B4 benefits are slightly better. Not thrilled about either of these— worth it to just keep recruiting with a slowing job market? Have been looking for one month so far. Ideal would be a TMT consulting role.

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Had a couple of interviews for a Director role in NYC. Is this “level” similar to a managing director in B4 (ie, non-equity partner)?

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Big 4 Salaries in India

1. Analyst (0-2 years exp) : 6 LPA
2. Associate consultant (2-4 years exp) : 7.5 LPA
3. Consultant (4-6 years exp) : 9-11 LPA
4. Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager (6-7 years exp) :13 LPA
5. Manager (8-10 years exp) : 16-18 LPA
6. Senior Manager/Associate Director (10-12 years exp) : 24-30 LPA
7. Director (12-15 years exp) : 45-65 LPA
8. Executive Director/Non-Equity Partner (15+ years exp) : 80-100 LPA (lots of variable)
9. Partner: 100+ LPA (lots of variable)

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Looking for a referral for Due Diligence from someone in that practice from a Big 4! Please DM if you are able to do so!

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Is Accenture viewed as big4? My thought was that “THE Big 4” were Deloitte, EY, PwC, KPMG. But Accenture be throwin’ that money. What’s the analysis/downside to joining Accenture if there is any?

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McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Have you seen many people make the jump from big 4 to MBB? Id like to attempt this myself (as a 1.5 YOE, C) and would love to hear some success stories and lessons learned!McKinsey & Company Boston Consulting Group Bain & Company

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Currently a Federal Tax Manager looking to get away from compliance in at least some capacity. Has anyone ever done a rotation or taken on an internal role within Big 4, while also keeping some compliance clients? Not looking to reach that next promotion right away, I just don’t want to do tax returns forever and want to explore what’s out there before hitting the gas again on my career trajectory…advice? Deloitte seems supportive but I want to hear from someone who’s done it 🤷‍♀️

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At what level do non Big 4 hire Big 4 senior managers? Is it director or potentially direct partner admit?

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Hi Fishes, I need Identity & Access Management opportunity in KOLKATA!!!! ❤️ Any MNC / Big 4 is welcomed..
My tech stack : OIM
YOE : 3.9

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How often do folks in Big 4 advisory M (or equivalent) and above provide advisory services to audit clients enough to be considered "covered" from an independence standpoint?

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Big 4 consulting Salesforce SM position Vs Industry (Bank) Salesforce application SM position ? Which one should be preferred. There is 15k difference in base pay , consulting company offering 15k more but WLB is what i am thinking which differs Also so wanted some suggestions from community what you all think would be good decision to move forward with in terms of future growth and opportunities?

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Brand new to this app and in the process of moving from Boston to Ann Arbor and most recently applied to Guidehouse to be a State and Local Government consultant in Detroit. Anyone know if Guidehouse is similar to the big 4 in terms of referrals?

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I am currently working in Research and Development of Process Development, CEAT Tires as Assistant Manager. I am very delighted to share that the journey so far has been good. But looking at my long interests of changing my Domain from Manufacturing sector to Consulting services. I am eager to apply my learnings and skills throughout these 20 months of work experience as of now.
And I will be delighted if any of you can refer me in any of Big 4 consulting company.

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What is typical starting salary for S1 in TAS in a HCOL area for big 4 and national firms?

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As an associate working in SALT- Indirect tax , I want to know how the culture is @B4 firms, I need insight because I am thinking of leaving from where I am currently at

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What are some good feeder companies to HBS asides MBB, Goldman Sachs, Big 4 and FAANG?

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Hey! Audit manager (exp in Financial
services sector) with a Big 4 looking to
relocate from USA (been here 3 years)
to Singapore. Any suggestions on how
to land a job/offer in SG? Also any
thoughts on the EP climate right now
will be much appreciated:) (I'm very
excited about possibly moving to SG,
but want to be realistic about my
expectations). If anyone can refer me/
pass along headhunter/recruiter contacts, will
definitely be appreciated too! Thanks!
:) (fingers crossed)

Anyone work abroad while working for Deloitte/Big 4? Considering living in Mexico and working remotely.

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Hi everyone first post here. I’m looking to make a move and am interested in getting my foot in the door in a B4 real estate team. Does anyone have any contacts or incite?

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Planning a move to Big 4 consulting in London from Singapore for a senior consultant role. Secured a first round interview with Deloitte - any advice, salary guidance or tips?

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Can anyone speak to how the hours/WLB (or lack thereof) compare between B4 and Big Law?

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Does anyone work in a Big 4 office in the Bay Area? I’m currently at a V5 law firm doing M&A tax, and the hours are absolutely killing me. I’m curious about the hours and pay at the Big 4 here.

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Undergrad: top 20, 3.45 gpa, math major
3 YOE at big 4 as a data and analytics consultant
2 YOE at amazon as a bie and data scientist
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Haven’t taken GMAT officially yet but am getting my 720 on first practice test

Looking into tuck, Kellogg, Yale SOM, and stern

I’ll be putting in my two weeks notice to join a competitor. Is there a polite way to deflect or refuse to say when I’m asked where I’m going? I don’t want to say which B4 I’m joining - would rather folks find out when I update my LinkedIn profile. Hint* it’s not PwC 😀

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Anyone hiring a recruiter, preferably campus? 2 YOE at Big 4 firm, additional unrelated YOE in prior path. 80k salary or higher? Ty in advance!

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Thought's on KPMG Singapore? Heard the work-life balance is comparatively better than other Big 4 but pay might be slightly less.
How long should one ideally stay before leapfrogging?

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Hi All,

Please provide referrals or leads for the legal hiring in BIG 4.
I hold 3 years of experience in Legal Contract Management and have done my LLM too. Pls DM or connect. Your input would be highly appreciated.

Thanks!

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Started in Tax 1yr ago but was pulled onto PPPConsulting project 10 months in. After PPP I can’t see myself going back to tax. I’ve become interested in healthcare and eventually want to do MHA and go into hospital leadership. Just interviewed for a FA position at large nfp hospital system but also debating shifting to D’s OT health consulting group. I’m a CPA and dk what to pick. Insights? Need to move b4 tax busy season. Consulting starting pay and wlb?

What is it like working at Monitor Deloitte with the Strategic Growth Transformation team (under S&A)? I have 4 YOE from a Big 4 and got an offer for Senior C in NY.
1- What is the culture like: How are the people? Hours? Are you happy working there?
2- Is there actual strategy work or is it mostly transformation, with the word "strategy" being slapped to every single project? How long are the projects? Are most project sponsors actually at the Csuite level?
3- Is Monitor thriving or dying?

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I’ve been in my current role, Sr. Specialist of L&OD, for 9 months now. Before that I worked in public education for the past 12 years. I work in the Bay Area for a fortune 500 company. My responsibilities include project manager of the New Hire Orientation program, managing the HR Learning Hour, doing Instructional design work in Articulate and design Sharepoint sites, and leading the marketing for our rollout of the LMS offerings. My making 100k. Does my salary and title match my workload?

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Anyone know which management consulting firms have the best office culture in San Diego?

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How can i switch from BPS to IT.. I have been working in tcs last 5years.

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Question, when you know you made it to the final round and have had nothing but glowing feedback from the interviewers. How long do you expect to wait for an offer, rejection, follow up? This is a mid-senior management position which I am well qualified for. I am just new to the tech space.

Side note, we talked compensation and start date already.

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24 F here! Parents pressuring to get married but haven’t found anyone yet. Any advice to face the constant nagging/pressure to get married

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