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

Anyone in the boston area looking for a good WLB tax senior job? My last firm is hiring. No minimum billable hours needed. Client facing tax role. Great bonus structure (my last payout was 20% of my annual salary and I was there for less than one year). Very competitive salary. I won't have left if not for going to a big 4. Great team. I love my team when I worked there and they were like family to me. They encouraged me to be brave and pursue big 4 if that's better for me in the long run.

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I have got 6 years of experience and I have done MBA in finance. My last company was a Big 4. They are ready to pay me 9L and I require a 100% increment. will they give me 12 L? Should I accept 9 L?

How is the Big 4 business model going to function when everyone except the partners is Gen Z?

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Folks at EY, Deloitte, PwC and KPMG, are you hiring to for analyst/associate positions? Mentoring a kid who is finishing her masters degree at UTD and wants to break into Big 4.

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Hi Sharks,

I wanted to know the ranking of big 4 in FDD profile and what salary range and position that one should ask if I have 3 Yoe.

And in which all different profile I can move onto from FDD in future.

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I’m trying to get a Financial Analyst position and I heard back from Deloitte for the EFA (Enganemnt Financial analyst) role. I have no experience as an analyst so I figured this could be good way for me to break in. Does anyone have any experience from this practice? Salary/wlb/career path. I figure at the very least I can use the it for good foot in the door and a decent exit opp, as I know big 4 is notoriously a 2-3 year gig

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Hey Guys,
What is you take on starting a career in US Taxation in big 4, currently a PG fresher.
It will be helpful if you can explain/give reason for your openion.
TY.

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Could anyone share examples of the engagements at BCG’s Technology Advantage practice (TA) and any differences from the typical Big 4/ACN ones?

Also a compensation breakdown by levels for current FY would be much appreciated!

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Hi all,

For a product (and / or) project management role, predominantly technical, what type of company will be more suitable, from a learning and growth perspective ?

1. Investment banks (JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs)
2. Big 4 (Deloitte, EY)

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Hi all,

For a product (and / or) project management role, predominantly technical, what type of company will be more suitable, from a learning and growth perspective ?

1. Investment banks (JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs)
2. Big 4 (Deloitte, EY)

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Hi Fishes,

Need your immediate help here in deciding the path forward. Heavily confused

1.Maersk
2.or a Big 4(EY & PwC)

Domain- Data Engineering

I need to join in next two weeks.

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Hello Fishes,

I am a cybersecurity consultant currently working at a Big 4, I am looking for a job change, kindly let me know if any opportunities are available.

YoE: 1.5 Years+
Expertise: Data Loss Prevention, Threat and Phishing: Detection, Investigation and Remediation, Threat Hunting.
Skills: Vast experience in 3 kinds of SoC environments, worked with 20+ tools.

Thanks in advance!

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Any insights on KPMG vs. FTI Consulting?

KPMG: federal advisory, $90k base, $8k sign-on bonus, 20 days PTO

FTI: strategic communications, $70k base, $2.5k sign-on bonus, 16 days PTO

I know the KPMG offer is a lot better, and while I like the company, I do like FTI more. Both are for entry-level positions in DC, and both jobs are relatively similar. Would it be worth working at a Big 4 for a year or two and then trying to switch over?

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Thoughts on small/medium firms? I floated my resume to a local ~40 person firm and one of the partners and a manager want to talk. I’ve never worked at any public accounting firm and have been sending resumes out to all the B4 and some regional firms as well. From what I can tell from their website the benefits are more or less in line with B4 and other firms.

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Looking for advice. Based in the Bay Area and have 3.5 yr exp in IT Audit mostly SOX with a little SOC exp (ex big 4, couple of regionals) and have been applying to industry (mostly tech companies) since May. made it to final interviews only to find out hiring freezes were in effect or they went with a LCOL candidate.Would like to exit to a GRC role or a mixed role thats 50% sox, 50% varied projects, or a SOX role if the team culture is good. No luck getting in non sox work at current firm.

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Does anyone know what the equivalent team to KPMG’s business valuations would be at other Big 4 firms?

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I am finishing up my MBA at a top university. I’m currently at a medium sized firm and to keep it 💯 I’m only considering leaving because of pay. I’ve been hearing big 4 has a lot of folks on the bench and consultants are worried about layoffs. Any thoughts?

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Have a friend at one of the big 4 firms that has been unstaffed and benched for the last year. Basically has been getting a free salary bc he doesn’t work but makes the same as if he does. When will they notice or care? It’s been a year

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Big 4 Audit vs. Disney Accounting Finance Rotation Program?

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Do cover letters matter when applying to a big 4 firms? A friend is applying to EY and I have no idea as I took advantage of campus recruiting years ago. Thanks!

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Ok, maybe this has been done before, but I want to get a real life sense of the difference between EPLI and Private L&E (management side) practices. Let's do a poll:

1.) Primary source of business: EPLI or Private Companies?

2.) Number of matters you are currently working on

3.) Average billable rate (your year)

4.) Normal working hours/wk

5.) Percentages: Litigation vs Counseling

6.) Type of firm: ID, Big 4, Boutique, BigLaw, etc.

I'll kick things off in comments.

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With the current exchange rates, a new analyst at certain firms in the us on USD110k earns approx GBP97.5k 😯😯 that’s more than a lot of b4 SMs in the Uk… when will we catch up even a little bit :(

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Curious on my resume strength for Management Consulting. My experience/ profile can be summarized as follows:

-3.7 GPA, Dual Degree (Marketing/Business), State School

-3-4 years B2B Sales (Financial & Tech SaaS)

-3-4 years free lance (1 company [sold], 1 patent [pending], 1 crypto currency [$2m+ IPO])

Hoping to get in MBB but will be happy w/ T2 (OW, LEK, etc.) as well. Curious on:

How to strengthen resume
My chances on MBB/ T2/ B4

Thanks!

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Hi all. Recently left big 4 for industry and I feel that this isn’t for me. Since joining, the company has had bad earnings and the the team has had so much turnover that nobody knows what they’re doing and are scrambling to figure it out. This has led to crazy hours for everyone and extremely stressful environment. When leaving big 4 I assumed I would have wlb but it’s been the complete opposite. I’m only a few months in, would it be a bad look to let them know that this isn’t for me?

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Which firm has the best audit methodology? EY isn’t the one (I’ve worked at 2 b4 and another top 7)... Unclear IPE guidance, and testing doesn’t seem to look at accounts from an assertion point of view. EY PwC KPMG Deloitte

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What kind of positions have people exited to from Big 4 Strategy?

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What are some good question to ask interviewers? I have an interview with one of the big 4 and haven't had an interview in ages, so I'm a bit rusty. Most of the suggestion I'm getting are stuff which can easily be answered by having a look at the company's website. I don't want to come off as if I haven't done my research by asking such questions.

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will big 4 definitely not looking at 2 page CVs?

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Big consulting company is looking to put together a team of SAP consultants and develop their SAP consulting practice. Would you join a company with no established reputation in delivering SAP projects and help them grow or would you rather go for a big 4?

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I interviewed at b4 last Wednesday for a senior role, so far no message. I saw most people got a offer call the day after, what are my chance now ?

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Bain & Company Be honest, do you think the best PPMDs from b4 strategy would pass the interview process of MBB with no prep?
And tell us why?
McKinsey & Company Bain & Company Boston Consulting Group KPMG Deloitte EY PwC

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I worked at a b4 for 5 ys in strategy analytics and left just before manager promotion. I specialised in growth/revenue analytics and churn mgmt.

I work now as a business analyst at an insurance company but I feel the role is junior/not interesting and I don't know what will be the exit. I love customer analytics but I don't know if I should apply to data or business roles? Go back to consulting?

I have a strong business acumen and a tech background:

Python: pandas/numpy, SQL
Power BI, Tableau

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Consultant at a small consulting firm or analyst at a tier 2/big 4?

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I am considering getting into consulting and am applying to Big 4 firms like Deloitte, EY, and PwC. I'm finishing my MBA in August 2023 and have done consulting for real clients through school projects, but none in real life. Do you recommend putting these experiences on my resume? If so, should I just list it like any other job under my experiences?

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How much weight does brand name consulting firms have on top MBA programs? For example, is it significantly better to work for MBB firms vs. big 4 vs. well known specialized boutique firms?

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Hey guys! What is the standard CTC for a non-qualified in Big 4 currently with 5 years of experience?

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What are thoughts on Rotman with $$? Debating between that and just wait another year for T15. International student looking for jobs in Canada, 720 GMAT, 3 yoe at big 4

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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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Has anyone left big 4 or other PA firms tax transaction service groups for industry (or know of anyone)? What was the role and salary bump, how are annual bonuses/raises in industry, what is a typical work week (hours) like? I don’t think I can take this always on just to stay afloat life much longer. For context I am considered a high performer, am near the top of the salary band at my level and have a great supporting network at Deloitte. It’s just not worth it to have zero personal life.

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I got an offer from HBS and Wharton last year. GMAT: 740. Background: male, top 20 state school. I was at big 4 at the time. Applied R2. AMA. Good luck to everyone!

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Do any of the Big 4 have big Deal Advisory/Transaction Advisory practices in the Phoenix area?

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Is the CPA required at non-Big 4 for FDD/TAG? If it's required, what level is it needed at?

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Those who have joined A&M TAG from big 4 how has your experience been so far? Ideally looking for folks with >=1 year of experience and have been through reviews, bonus, culture, etc etc.

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What are the possible exit opps., from consulting & analytics roles in SaaS companies like Kinaxis, Llamasoft, BlueYonder etc.?

1. Looking for a mix of analytics & strategy opportunities
2. How difficult is switching from SaaS based company to industry (CPG/Retail/Manfg.) for strategy roles? I believe switching would be easy from consulting (big 4/chainalytics etc boutique firms) as compared from software based. Correct me if wrong.

Education - MS Industrial Engg.

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Below is the summary of Bonus shared at EY GDS. Can rest of the Big 4 fishes mention their Bonuses as well in the comments for both India and Global entities. Will share the summary with the group once we get enough data.

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Just saw a posting by a recruiter on LinkedIn - great opp for those who would like to work remote! DM ME If interested: “Big 4 Senior’s in Texas- looking for a Senior Accoutant for a rapidly growing, pre IPO industry leader in Austin, TX! Open to candidates who want to relo OR work 100% remote! Position is on the INTERNAL REPORTING side. SEC Reporting a plus for assistance purposes only (team focused, highly collaborative environment), but not the primary requirement of the role. “

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1st Post: How do MBB Risk & Regulation Teams compare to Big 4? It’s the only area where I’ve seen a Big4 Manager move to an MBB without a demotion (at least in Europe). Any insights are appreciated!:)

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How do you make the jump from a tax accountant role (associate 1st yr) at a Big 4 firm to an entry level supply chain job?

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Hey there, just got a mail from a recruiter at Bain to discuss a potential specialist consultant opportunity. Any tips on what the interview process might be like , indicative comp and WLB? I have 7 years experience in the releavnt field (Acc & Big 4) so will be joining laterally.
TIA

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Looking to move to London. What’s the salary range for a manager in Transfer Pricing in the Big 4 / mid tier firms?

Newly promoted manager last year if that helps.
Please can you include your gender, YOE as manager, and firm? Thanks!

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Hi ME 🐠s! Would like to know a bit regarding Business Analyst roles in MBB, T2 / B4 firms in UAE. I come from a target school in India (say MBB / T2 hires from my college every year) with ~1 YOE in consulting - based in Dubai. Would the stated firms consider me for a BA role (lateral hire as an experienced BA)?

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Is oracle better than the Big 4 organization in terms of working environment and work life balance?

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Is there any IT jobs that accept associate degrees

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Is it too early to start applying for industry jobs to start after the April tax deadline?

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£50k TC, 2.6YoE working within the change arm of a bank ——- what do experienced fishes think is a good next move for someone like myself? Might want to move into consulting one day with ultimate aim of MBB but also enjoy technical coding work, particularly in credit risk / counterparty credit risk in banking — could use some fresh perspective ; quite confused atm as interested in many things! Don’t mind staying in change management either TIA - appreciate any advise

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Hi everyone! I have been in my current role as an EA at a financial institution for about a year and a half now. I would love to find a 100% remote role as a mid level EA at a company with an awesome work culture. I think I’m ready to be challenged again, I find myself bored in my current role… I’m open to any industry but would love to get into tech. If anyone knows of any openings I would really appreciate it! I’m located on the East coast currently. TIA

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In today's scenario what is the average pay for a senior software developer with yoe 6-8?? (Do not include companies like maang and similar companies). I want to know if I am in average salary slab or not. TIA.

I have cgi bangalore 9 lpa and also enquero inc 9 lap from Bangalore.
which to choose large organisation small one?

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Someone please tell me salary range for a Sr. Associate. How much I can negotiate with hr?

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I am joining Deloitte India next week and I have received a mail from the recruitment team that I have assigned with a "Buddy" from Deloitte to help me guide through the beginning.

Is this a normal thing in Deloitte/Big4? What is the significance?

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After two interviews are cleared and submitting the documents to HCL , HR are telling that hiring is freezed.
Anybody has same experience with HCL?

Anyone else having trouble gaining any traction on applications even with referrals, experience, and education?

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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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I have my first round scheduled in 2 days for data engineer role. HR told that first round would be of Data structure. Can you please tell me what could I prepare for it ?😓😓

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