Alright folks what’s actually the deal with the job market right now, specifically in finance and accounting? I’ve been hearing two different things, positive and negative. For those who left public accounting how long did it take you to land your current role? It doesn’t make sense to me why companies would waste their resources putting a candidate through interviews just for them not to extend an offer

Need advice in choosing between 2 offers :
Company 1 : $170k base + 10% bonus + 136k rsu + 5k sign on
Cons : junior title\level, hybrid

Company 2 : $150k base + 10% bonus
Pros : senior role\title, fully remote

Would you go for junior role for high salary? Would it hurt in future?

Current: unemployed.
Location: Bay Area
Thanks in advance.

Has anyone transitioned from working in a company to being an independent contractor? How long did the transition take and what are the pros or cons from working solo?

Should I stay on the advertising side as a creative or pivot to UX and visual design?

Anyone make that switch that could share their experiences?
Or anyone in UX and visual design?

Boomer. I am in between jobs. Laid off in 10/21 after 16+ yrs, with an ABA firm. RIF. Still on excellent terms. Took my time living off generous package and didn’t seriously start applying until 01/22. Made a rookie mistake and accepted first offer.
Turns out job wasn’t as advertised. Mutual parting of ways 3/22. Due diligence is critical.
Now interviewing a LOT. Some temp work, I still have “it”. I relate to all gens. Willing to mentor AND learn from all. Tech savvy, CTE from day one. Leads?

Is front end web dev a lucrative career choice? Currently in the commercial banking industry but don’t enjoy it a ton, enjoy learning basic front end web dev because I like the control and creative aspect of it, was curious if I should just keep it as a hobby and keep a stable banking job or possibly look into trying to prepare to make a switch in a few years. Thoughts?

How many people here wants to switch job, but can’t due to current market scenario or GC process ?

Comment 1 for current market scenario.
Comment 2 for GC process.

Mid 2020, I turned down an opportunity to jump ship from my small law firm to a big law firm. At the time I had 4 years of practice under my belt with managerial experience. I thought the offer was reasonable, come in at a 2nd year level, but with the uncertainty of the times I played it safe. Now I regret it. What avenues do I have, if any, to jump into big law from a small firm?

Currently, m working as analyst in security Domain from 6 months. Can anybody suggest what courses I can do to grow in security domain? Which area should I target?
Crypto, VA/PT, SOC, etc

I'm considering switching my practice from tax to exec comp so that I can work remotely indefinitely. If I dislike it, do you think it would be difficult to switch back? I'm a 4th year that works in biglaw.

Does anyone have any thoughts on how up and out culture varies between the London MBBs? Also after how any years people typically leave for PE/VC roles vs industry jobs?

Any consulting partners in Toronto interested in taking on a mentee? 6 YoE @ PwC, goal to make partner at a consulting firm (not necessarily my own). Would really value balanced external perspective! DM if interested thanks

Need some advice, Is it a good time to switch to another company provided i stayed just 6 months in current org and I may move to US next year in August or later. There is no mental peace here at current workplace and also have no learning , became monotonous.

Hi,
I have been working as accountant for past 10 years at a logistics company. I want to change my route and join different industries for better challenges and opportunities. How can I approach new firms with this single industry background.

Can anyone tell me about job ladder levels in TCS. I here they give IT Analyst for 4 year experience. What are the. Next levels from there and how many years does it take for getting to each level.
Please anyone answer 🙏

Has anyone found roles in Big 4 or industry that allowed more work life balance when their kids were young without damaging future career trajectory? I'm a partner with young kids and feel like I'm missing out on too much of their lives. Wishful, but my dream job would have a lighter workload in terms of time and pressure for the next ~5 years, but not set me back too much (or at all) when the kids are older and tired of me in a few years and I'm ready to be back at work full force.

Received offer from BCG for ECT AD role. Read numerous comments about ECT being not attractive compared to Generalists track. Also heard challenges about billability/utilization. Any views/guidance is appreciated.

Background - I am not super keen to become an equity partner and comfortable to stay on ECT track. Main reason to join will be opportunity to work with different clients, smart talented people and good brand. I may consider going back to industry after 3-5 years in ECT.

Can anyone help me understand what c9 grade means in NatWest job grade? what are next two grades after c9?

How do I jump ship from FP&A? My dream job used to be education or something more creative and I want to make that switch.

Huron 🍣, what’s your world like right now? Just got a recruiting email, and know Huron’s reputation but little else. How do you like the firm, how are you measured, and do you want to stick around?

Mid 2020, I turned down an opportunity to jump ship from my small law firm to a big law firm. At the time I had 4 years of practice under my belt with managerial experience. I thought the offer was reasonable, come in at a 2nd year level, but with the uncertainty of the times I played it safe. Now I regret it. What avenues do I have, if any, to jump into big law from a small firm?

Currently, m working as analyst in security Domain from 6 months. Can anybody suggest what courses I can do to grow in security domain? Which area should I target?
Crypto, VA/PT, SOC, etc

Tips to rally and not pass out? Because I definitely had a good several minutes of shut eye at the bar and passed out in my Uber home.

Received an offer from JPM for a branch manager position, but afraid of getting the offer rescinded due to going through bankruptcy almost 3 years ago . I’m freaking out hoping this won’t be an automatic disqualification, has anyone been through this same experience and gotten hired in?

Im a MBA holder and currently pursuing CISA. It's been awhile since I have started to have high interest in pursuing a career as IT auditor. Anybody here would like to refer me into any Big 4, very open for entry positions.

Need info about Bangalore Metro. How is the availability? What is it about the purple line? Do we need metro card? Is it crowded a lot?

How much salary does jp pay to promoted associates in India? Which are not in tech

Planning to buy my fiancé a first luxury watch for a wedding gift. Budget of about 3k. Any suggestions? Additionally, how does one find a used watch dealer in NY if I am looking for something secondhand? Thank you!

Anyone listening to the podcast “Dr. Death”? Both fascinating and horrifying...

This bowl has been quiet and I see partners commenting on odd posts around fishbowl so I figure you need more fodder: partners, did any of you have parents that travelled as much as you do?

Anyone want to bar crawl the beltline tonight? I moved here during the pandemic and have no friends around

I'm considering switching my practice from tax to exec comp so that I can work remotely indefinitely. If I dislike it, do you think it would be difficult to switch back? I'm a 4th year that works in biglaw.

Relaxed fit cargos or slim fit?

Wearing for the first time.
Do not want to look Chapri AF

Has anyone tried Polo Tshirts from Nautica?

Reviews?

Does anyone have any thoughts on how up and out culture varies between the London MBBs? Also after how any years people typically leave for PE/VC roles vs industry jobs?

Any consulting partners in Toronto interested in taking on a mentee? 6 YoE @ PwC, goal to make partner at a consulting firm (not necessarily my own). Would really value balanced external perspective! DM if interested thanks

Best advice for someone looking to get out of tax? Would prefer a role that deals with financial/strategic analysis and financial modeling in order to assist in making strategic business decisions

Thinking having a 24’ HD and a 28’ 4K monitor setup. Is 4K for excel not necessary? How about 28’ monitors?

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

other than Big 4, what other firms have good FDD groups??

Diagnosed with mild bell’s palsy (nerve on one side of face is damaged - can’t move it) and I have a happy hour tomorrow. Should I skip it? Should I ask to work from home while I recover?

Anyone here a manager in PI at EY? Could you please PM me? Looking to talk more about the practice.

Anyone do tax accounting at BDO? How is it?

I left PA earlier this year for a manager level financial reporting role. It was a lateral move but would’ve been up for senior manager promo in July had I stayed in PA. I was approached with another opportunity as Sr Manager Financial Reporting at a public company for $150k and 20% bonus with a clear path to director in time. 8 YOE and live in FL. I’m trying to get an idea if this is in line with market. TIA!

Will it look bad if I skip the firm’s holiday party? Very socially anxious and not really feeling like going.

We stay until 8 or 9 everyday and then at the end of every week my manager tells me to book only 40 hours. It sucks ass and now I have to explain to my counselor why my utilization is so pedestrian...

What firms in the Philippinesis advisable to apply for a consulting position? kindly provide me an answer

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?

Anyone work for Schellman in the NY metro area. Want to know what’s it’s like in terms of work load, client base and travel. Thanks!

Do you ever stop and realize what you're doing/earning is more than you ever thought realistic for yourself?

currently in tax, thinking about trying to switch to advisory. anyone done this and have any advice? would i get a pay cut and/or lose my senior associate title?

Leaving PA for my dream school next year for a career pivot. However still have awhile before I can leave (there’s no reason to forgo a paycheck for even longer than I already have to…). I have no idea how I’ll make it through busy season without quitting on the spot 😩

How long did it take before you learned to just embrace the craziness?

I am an acting senior and am training 3 new hires. They are not doing well, so I often re-do their works even after I give them 2 pages step by step instruction. The problem is my manager and director don't see the problems (because those problems happen behind the scene) and think all the A1s are performing exceptionally well. The A1s and I are all associates, so I don't even have a chance to give them an official feedback (snapshot at pwc). How to address this issue to my manager and director?

Anyone used Alteryx before and have tips for new users?