University of Rhode Island Discussions

Just heard that more layoffs at EY are coming, good luck to those of you who are still left. Hope you make the cut!

I think I'm going to get fired. I'm staff 1 and in my first audit. I "found" something and brought it up for a 2nd look just in case. It escalated and now I'm in a middle of a mess. (Cont)

Illinois Scores are up! I finally passed REG just need to pass the ethics exam and I’m done for good 😭

Good luck everyone ..... One hour to go until results

How would you compare the skill set of people who work on public company audits compared to those who do solely do non-public company audits?

Anyone hiring in Dallas or Houston areas? I’m a tax senior with 3 years experience in partnership and corporate tax compliance. Mixed experience in public and private accounting. Looking to relocate.

Does anyone have any experience with SingerLewak? Are they a good firm? They have dismal glassdoor reviews...

Hi guys, I was wondering how hard is it to get fired or not promoted? What do you have to do? Is it the same for audit or tax?

Manager wants to send me to Kansas for an inventory count

What should I negotiate for doing this for him and what should i do while I'm there

And how do I turn this into a vacation

Does anyone else feel stressed thinking how you are working toward a career that you hate (or at least don't like)?

How does continuous testing for the CPA work? I am currently registered for the State of South Carolina, which has not begun continuous testing, but I take my exams in a state that has it. Am I eligible? Or do I need to reapply and transfer my existing scores to another state to get continuous testing?

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

Is it hard to change location? Has anyone transferred from NY to Boston? Is there a pay cut?

I am a new associate (1 month in mid-tier firm) and I struggle to get work to fill up the whole day. In honest time, i get about 3-5 billable hours a day. Am I going to get in trouble or fired over this?? I am putting my best efforts when I do get work and I ask for work sometimes. At this point I feel like I am being annoying too…

Anyone play of games here? Some overwatch or HOTS? I'm a gamer nerd

What do you do when your manager tells you to put client time on the G&A code so things don’t go over budget? Isn’t that eating time?

What are the career prospects for FSO Audit? FP&A a possibility?

Auditing almost serves no value besides a few misstatements here and there. Every company and analyst is reporting on non-gaap figures. The numbers we don't even audit

Public client seemed confused when I told them a copy of a JE and a one word description "void" wouldn't be sufficient evidence for the item selected for testing.

iPhone X 64gb resale value in 2 years??? Assuming excellent condition

Is mphasis giving permanent wfh to all employees?

Is 7 lpa a good package for backend development with 1 yoe ?

Damn I miss my life before the pandemics (the home office part can stay, though).

What will be in-hand salary for 43L base component.

Does AFS provide a company phone?

Account Director / Senior (Sr.) Account Supervisor salaries for health PR, in NYC? …
Seeing many different numbers so looking for some guidance.

What do you do to motivate yourself when you need to work on the weekend? I’m having a hard time getting started today (doesn’t help that I’ve worked every weekend for months now). Part of it is that I left the hard part of a project for last, but mostly I just don’t feel like working on a Sunday.

Got Marriott Gold via SPG Gold match. If I stay 25 more nights in Marriott properties will I earn platinum?

Accenture can you guys go back to Marriott and fix their customer service please I've been on hold for 30 minutes and I still have missing nights

I’m looking to book a weekend in NYC at Marriott. I will use points and have suite nights I could use as well. Any recommendations?

Hi All,

I joined a competitor company due to toxic boss in June 2022 which my previous company has got idea about and have still not recieved F&F money and experience letter since 3 months.
In the offer letter it was written that I am prohibited to join competitor company after resigning but I got to know from sources that such contracts don't hold any relevance. I am waiting for 10 more days as HR told me it is in process and then planning to file complaint in labour court. Suggestions please?

At Accenture, I feel that 9/ 10 MDs I see are solid business operators/ relationship developers in contrast to true value creation/ thought leadership. I enjoy creating. Ctd...

How important is QBI for REG?

Is Dancing considered a taboo in Muslim world?

Anyone has used hydration pills to get through fasting? Is it helpful?

Does anyone else feels like the job market today is like the 2013 Real Estate Market? It is a buyer’s market. It’s saturated with jobs, but no one wants to work. And recruits are not taking advantage of the ones who want to work.

The cycle repeats. #thirstythursdays

How long are you typically on the phone each day? My phone time has steadily increased throughout the pandemic to around 6 hours per day

Anyone interested in holding a happy hour in NY or DC?