Anyone have any experience going from Big4 to the office of general counsel for a Fortune500? (Current senior associate, JD/LLM and CPA)

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Omg that’s amazing congratulations

like

F

😂

Nice! Take it lol

Congrats! Can't say I do unfortunately, but could you talk about your journey from CPA to JD/LLM? Did your law degree focus on tax or something else?

So I did a JD/LLM in 3 years, and the chief of tax of a company I worked for recommended I get a MAcc (especially if I could get my firm to pay for it). It ended up being during the 2021-22 years where employers were begging for employees, so I did that and ended up getting a decent offer. Things have gone downhill since then 😅

Related Posts

Hey Fishes,

Can anyone tell me how to identify someone's FJ level in
Fujitsu?

I checked ZinZai and Employee directory but didn't find the FJ level.

FUJITSU LIMITED , Fujitsu

Thanks in advance

like

I’m a newer registered nurse (2 years) and want to get into remote work. I keep getting denied due to lack of experience but to even get the job I have now (case manager) the company knew one of my family members and they gave me a chance to interview because of that. For these remote companies where I don’t have connections how can I transition over?

likehelpful

I'm a recent Electrical Engineering graduate with no experience. I am struggling to find a job at my field. Is there any advice you can give me as to where or what I can do to get noticed?

like

A question for VCs: I’m currently a VC analyst. I want to eventually come back to the VC industry and perhaps become a partner (if possible). However, there’s an opportunity to work at an Endowment Fund (Harvard/Yale/Stanford level). Would you recommend me to spend the next 3-4 years doing something that’s not directly VC related? Would it be hard for me to come back to the VC industry with this experience? Why or why not? Thank you so much for your time and help!

like

I am having 10+ years of exp in testing. I have offer from Tata Consultancy Atos (HYBRID) ConnectWise and Optimum infosystem ( temp wfh) almost similar salary wise.
please suggest company with work life balance and growth.

Would you say procurement or supply chain is the better career path for a new grad?

like

Anyone transition from healthcare to legal sector? I reached out to a recruiter because I’m looking to make that transition from healthcare administrative to a legal project coordinator. What are some transferable skills and goals I can best illustrate to recruiters and hiring managers?

like

As a first time PM at a company with no PM structure, I’m finding it difficult to learn good practices and bring myself to “the next level”. Has anyone here had a similar self taught start that made the break through to become a solid senior PM? Anything will help, books, etc.

like

How do I go from SDR/BDR to being a Sales Engineer?

like

Hi!! If anyone here works for Axis, how do your titles work? I’m used to trainee (0-2 YOE), underwriter (2-4), senior underwriter (4+), then avp/executive underwriter.

like

Is it worth it to recruit for a PE Associate role if your current plan is to get 2YOE, go get an MBA and pivot afterwards? Seems like most people can’t /won’t stick around to make it to the top and end up doing something else anyways.

like

Hello! I was wondering if someone can explain the difference between PM vs. PMM, and tips for non-PM/PMMs in making a transition to the industry. Are there preliminary skills I should acquire before applying? Any info on day to day and salary will be helpful! Thank you :)

like

What makes you want to learn yet another programming framework / library / language besides the stack at work?

like

Has anybody seen fast-track promotion within 2 years at Accenture Accenture India? I am told fast-track promotions are given when you complete 2 years at a level.

like

Career Sabbatical?

Can anyone who has taken a career sabbatical to travel/explore other interests share their experience with both leaving their jobs and returning to the legal field?
I really want to live in Asia for a year at least before I have to settle down and start a family. I’m not getting younger but don’t want to be reckless with my career.

like

Has anyone went from saas to benefit consulting? How was that transition? Was it worth it? I hear in benefits you get a book with recurring revenue.

like

Hey Cyber friends! I’m a life long professional creative looking to get out. I’m fascinated by Cybersec/Infosec and have been learning a small amount. Tryhackme + YouTube + beginning to learn some python. However, I’m well aware that these baby steps don’t compare to the real job.

My questions: do you like what you do? Would you recommend the field or your discipline to a friend? What is the best and worst part of your job? Grateful for any and all responses. Thanks for letting me lurk! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

like

13 years experience and no college education. Best way to go about earning my BA and taking the CFP?

like

Is anyone here an analytics engineer? If so what do you do, and what are the main differences between your job and a data engineer?

like

Should I quit or go with True?

Post Photo
like

More Posts

Anyone else from Vialto Partners got some thoughts to share on how we can attract talent to a new company that is competing with Big Four brand and reputation as well as muscle?

like

Hello Fishes, Just curious to know anyone working with any gaming companies (EA Games,Activision, ubisoft, Sega,etc)
Like how do they hire?
Which tech stack they would be looking for?

likehelpful

I'm a typical Java Developer. I want to widen my stack as a Backend Dev. Should I learn Node.js?

like

Have the Amex plat and CSR, any reason to keep the SPG card? Amex hasn’t given me any offers to lower my $95 fee

like

Deloitte audit Vs. Grant Thornton Tax. I have an offer from Grant Thornton and From Deloitte as an Intern this summer. Deloitte is the bigger name and pays a bit better but Grant Thronton has way nicer people and known to have a way better cultre and work environment. What should I do? Where should I go?Deloitte Grant Thornton

like

Can anyone share what's the minimum and max package one can expect in Band 8 in Kyndryl. Its little urgent so a quick response would be appreciated.

Which company pays better salary - EY GDS or EY India? Also, can someone give Pros and Cons of both?

like

I am looking to work for a bank or financial institution in the US with presence in Latin America, I know about Citi and JPM any other?

like

I just had the initial call with HR. I was told that Senior Analysts start at 56k and Business Operations Specialists start at 67k. I was told the next step was Junior Manager but they rarely started anyone at that level. I'm shocked. Is that accurate or are they trying to lower my expectations? I have an MBA and an MHA and 20 years military experience.

like

HDFC Bank Limited is looking for people to join its wholesale credit risk team. If you have experience in credit risk and/or related roles, please let me know. I'll refer.

like
like

Hi Fishes,

I will be joining Cognizant in January as a Sr Associate.
Yoe -7.4
Tech stack- Oracle Apps DBA

How are the projects here and will I get project once I join ?
As I dont want to be in PDP.

like

I haven’t had much luck on fiverr with my gigs. Really eager to start a side gig and have a second source of income. Any suggestions or insight would be great!

like

Anyone know anything about this whiskey? My family has had this bottle since before I was born (age 27). I can't find anything on this

Post Photo
like

Hi guys I have an opportunity to be as an security consultant in EY.
But my service line is tc_in_gds_cs_aeet
It is quite cryptic for me. Can any one please decode it.
Thanks in advance.

like

Anyone have any small jobs they need help with?

Looking for an apartment starting august 1, trying to keep under 1400, does anyone need a roommate or have a place to rent?

like

Where can we check legitimate cutoff for Canada express entry PR?
How often do the results come out? is it every month?
After submitting your profile in how many days can one expect to get Invitation?

Guys how is Tata Cliq project in Nagarro, how about WLB and timings

like

*meeting begins*
Strategist: we really think this brief could be fun. The client needs to promote this new product and we found...
Data guru: Data
Strategist: ahem, we found...
Data guru: DATA!
Strategist: we...
Data guru: BIG DATA!!!!!
*a tattoo grows on the data gurus neck. It’s a birthday cake that says Happy Data. There are no doors in the room. Everything turns to numbers. You die, then awake you are now the data guru. You try to speak and only data comes out*

like

Additional Posts in Accounting Exit Opportunities

If you’re working with 2 different recruiters in your job search, do you let them know you’re working with another one (just in case they have any overlapping opportunities) or do you act like they’re the only recruiter you’re working with?

like

Had an interview yesterday and the interviewer wanted to understand what I did - even 1 month gap between jobs - from 2009 to present 🤪 Not interested in the job anymore tbh

likefunny

Just signed an offer, putting my two weeks in tomorrow. Anyone have tips in making some “I’m leaving” conversations less...awkward?

like

Anyone have or know of any fully remote opportunities? Assurance/Advisory preferred. I’m an experienced staff in assurance for context. Would love to connect if you can help me out. TIA

like

Which one is easier? Join FDD from FAAS or Audit?

like

What are some of the more common exit jobs that audit managers take?

like

take job with long commute or stay at b4?

like

Is it easier to switch from FAAS to FDD vs Audit to FDD?

like

What are the most boring jobs out there?

like

How do I negotiate the salary after I accepted an offer ? Similar firm offered me higher.

like

Is applying a few days before the “Apply by” date too late? Do most decisions get made early on/they don’t wait for all applications before interviewing/hiring?

like

Very new to being headhunted by recruiters on LinkedIn, should I be concerned with sending recruiters my resume or anything along those lines if they’ve messaged me?

like

In investment management at Deloitte. Wrapping up my second year here and looking to jump into a FP&A role/ valuation analyst. Is this a reasonable jump and what would salary expectations be?

like

What is private equity accounting like? I have seen people exit to PE accounting and job postings but don't work in financial services. I would imagine the pay is pretty solid but not too sure what the work and how the experience is viewee

like

Currently a new S1 thinking about taking a FP&A role. Is going from Senior to Analyst not Senior analyst a bad move? Mediocre raise in salary (3k) but well known company with a flat structure

like

Putting in my two weeks with no job lined up to spend some time with my family and volunteering. Anyone have experience with a gap in employment? Will this ruin my chances of getting a “good” job by January? Have I gone completely insane?

like

How many years does it typically take to become a controller at an investment management company? What’s the salary like from your experiences?

likehelpful

I've decided to leave public for an Accounting Manager position in private. What are the different types of companies to consider and the pros/cons? What are the best ways to get the position? I'm leaning toward GL accounting at a publicly-traded company. My background is 3.5 years audit and 2.5 years technical accounting advisory.

like

Just got a really good offer. Really wanted to stay within my current firm, but they just have made it way too hard recently. Peace out! 🏃🏾

like

Is equity research a possible exit opp from audit?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal