Cherry Bekaert Discussions

Working from home because I’m sick, but feeling too sick to work. How do you charge time when you are clearly being less efficient/effective?

Did anyone switch From 10 years consulting to B2B sales, how was the experience?
Which role did you start from?
Was it worth the switch? If so, how?

How do you know if you’re considered a value employee?

For those that work for Amazon in there accounting and tax department, what has your experience been like and how did you land your job?

Thoughts on big 4 boomerangs?

How long is it recommended to stay in a role so it doesn’t look like job hopping?
I would like to continually increase my income, but 3% merit increases don’t cut it.

Why did we choose PA instead of a rotational program again?

How can I get my *micro* manager off my back? I know I haven’t been doing the best work this quarter, but emailing me all damn day isn’t going to help me do better, I do know that.

Have people been getting bonuses or mid year raises now? Saw something on a Deloitte bowl I thought.

Has anyone worked for an accounting advisory (technical accounting) practice and FDD? Which did you like better and why?

I'm in an AAS practice but wonder if I'd like FDD more.

Anyone want to sell me their CFE books ?

Not working this weekend... Fuck yeah

When will I gain the skills necessary to be a senior? I’m coming up on my A2 year and I literally feel like a huge dunce. Can’t imagine taking on senior responsibilities. (audit btw)

Anyone in Houston is hiring tax accountant? I have experience in PE/Hedge fund tax and don't want public accounting anymore.

There's a ton of self help and leadership books out there to help people in their careers. If there was one that was written front the lense of a public accounting, would you read it?

Started eating healthy and going to the gym two days ago and already lost 5 lbs. was this the secret to being skinny all along?

How does everyone feel about the online SHRM learning for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP for Certification?
Do you skip around? Do you follow the path? Where does one start?

I hate California labor law,.., that is all :-) lol

I am going to move in the next few month to a location with a higher cost of living due to personal circumstances. I love my current company but I’ve only been here a little over a month, how should I go about requesting if it’s possible to get a salary increase? Might be a stretch but thought it might be worth mentioning.

Received one offer from Accenture Technology in Netherlands. Level 7 (Manager). Base salary 5000€ /month.

Sounds very low for a manger? Does someone know what salary level managers starts at for Accenture NL?

Dutch 🐠
Does anyone have any advice for getting an apartment in Amsterdam for an expat beyond the classic apply for everything in your budget?

Hi Fishes,

I have been offered 37.5 lacs ( fixed ) plus 20% variable for the associate director level . My current fixed CTC is 29 Lacs .

Can you please let me know if this a good offer or I can get more?

Please also let me know what is the salary range for associate directors?

Can someone please explain to me what a group copy supervisor is? Do you have these at your agency?

Good companies for .net developer having 8 yeo ??
In terms of project growth and wlb ??
Thanks in advance

What are some of the best countries to work in as a research scientist?

Has anyone here moved from FDD to M&A consulting recently is willing to share their experience?

How do I start the divorce process? Do I have to get a lawyer? Help...!

I went through my gf’s phone and found out she had a crush on my best friend when we first started dating (over a year ago). I suspected this at first but it hurts to have it confirmed and see her telling her friends about him. I’m not sure how I should feel since I went out of line to look through her phone.

If Arya Stark from GOT worked in advertising, she would be a strategist...

Tips of surviving and thriving as An analyst in PE? I especially need to get better at being more detailed oriented :(

I can't find a really interesting bowl here.

Does anyone know or be interested in an open-source bowl, for example?

Please suggest me good bowls 🙏

How long after transitioning did you start to feel comfortable in your role? Feeling major imposter syndrome in my first 3 months

Has anyone ever said no to a federal clerkship and if so, why?

What's a good heel height for work?

Were you drug tested as part of your federal district court clerkship background check?

I survived the cull and consider myself lucky for that.

Anyone who hasn't, please post here with your background and industry alignment.

I'm sure many others on here would be willing to put you in touch with personal contacts to help you get back in employment.

Now more than ever, remember that this too shall pass.

I have been offered a position at a non-US B4 with a 2 year path to partner. I know one of the partners at the local firm and have the support of the regional service line lead, and am bringing a specialized skill set they are trying to open a new business around. The KPIs seem achievable and I’ll be in charm school to help build support within that timeline. Most of me thinks a 2 year path under these circumstances realistic but my inner skeptic is jaded. Anything I might have missed?

Hey everyone! Fairly new to the city and looking for some cool restaurants to try out. What are some of your favourite places around the city?