Anyone working in B4 Financial Services Tax (Fed or state)? What’s the day to day like? Topics learn/know? Busy seasons? Best and worst part about the field?
EY PwC KPMG Deloitte

I’ve spent more time digging through TB/GL lines in FDD (over year experience) than I did in audit…. This is glorified audit

How is SAP practice in LTI... Do we have ample implementation projects?

Will the learning be good and how about firm culture , onsite opportunities?

Does FDD vary by firm or do they pretty much compete and do the same work? Like which one has the best practice in NYC from the big4?

What’s the culture like in your IA team?

Thinking of moving from Big4 cyber to Accenture cyber. Any major differences (other than no channel restrictions).

To BDO people - which is the better practice in NYC audit or TAS/Consulting? Also is there a good mix of public / private clients in this area?

How does Deloitte stack up against MBB in the healthcare space (size/scale of clients, type of work, etc.)? My understanding is that they are all on the same level, and that D is #1 in healthcare m&a.

BCG PIPE Practice

I work at a hedge fund now. I spent a number of years in consulting earlier in my career. I’ve made some $ but the job is lonely. Thinking of returning to consulting.

1) Is the PIPE practice only due diligence projects? Or any segmentation of the service line beyond general “DDs”?

2) I’m 2011 out of undergrad and have done a few years of consulting and a few at a HF. Would I come in as a PL? Principal? How is this decided? What is typical profile of laterals who come in here

Thoughts on Code and Theory? What’s the creative strategy team like?

Does anyone have any experience or know of someone who went from FDD to PE operations (think Cerberus COAC). Would be great to hear any insights or thoughts on the jump and transition.

Hi, does anyone have any perspectives on CX&I (Customer Experience & Innovation) team at Publicis Sapient, please? Seems like they are about to reboot it with new leadership. Any insights on why it struggled, and how it is perceived by clients? Many thanks

Which is a better specialization option within consulting? Commercial Operations (sales & marketing) vs. R&D Strategy in Biotech? Would the answer be different if it was focused within Pharma? No Ph.D.

Thinking about lateraling to Dallas as a PE M&A third year associate from NYC. Which firm do larger deals? Public M&A? KE, Sidley, Gibson, or VE? Can you survive at any of the firms doing 2000 hours?

In your opinion, which biglaw firms have the best tax groups?

Please who knows about the advisory practice within the PwC financial crime unit (Canada Acceleration Centre)? I understand it is a client non-facing advisory role. Would it be a good career decision for someone coming from GRC firms like Kroll, Control Risk or Exiger? I am concerned about the negative reviews relating to the PwC acceleration centres in general, and getting stuck in a role which does not provide growth opportunities. Thank you.

Hi. I got selected as a consultant in Global business services role (SA&MA) in DI. Can someone throw some light on this practice as what it does? Will the clients be India based or overseas?

Considering a move from a B4 to the West Monroe deals practice. Any insights from people working there or who worked there?

PwC CMAAS or KPMG FDD? I have no idea what to pick, just sick of audit.

I got a follow up call on an application for a "Remote" position. Talked to the recruiter and was told they planned a mandatory return to the office in the next year and the position was only "Remote" until then. Has anyone else see this?

Which are the best forex card for an Indian travelling to UAE for a 2 months work engagement?

In general? Or advertising

Did any of you struggle with being ‘cooped up’ while studying for the exam? I’m ready to say f it to public and the CPA because I’m sick of having no life

I’ve been reading a lot of FIRE books lately and want somewhere to discuss. What are the biggest takeaways from your FIRE journey/ research?

After 4 months of casually applying and 3 months of dedicated searching after work hours, 130+ applications, 5 recruiter screens and 3 final rounds later... finally found an exit!!! You can all do it - I believe in you all!

I just got into reading books, any suggestions to start with? Which could help to increase media/marketing knowledge.

Hi Guys,

I have an offer from JPMC of 27 lacs Fixed and HR round pending for Morgan Stanely Bangalore.
How much should I ask?
YOE:7 Yrs, Stack: Scala Spark

Also which is better JP or MS? I heard rumours about Job security issues at MS. TIA

What do Account Coordinator titles mean? I work at an agency with the AAE, AE, SAE, AS, SAS, VP ladder. Would love some perspective on on alternative titles & their responsibilities.

PARTNERS: two questions —1. If you see an associate has really low hours for the month, do you imagine them chillen on a beach somewhere or do you consider they probably spent most of their days sitting in front of the computer being “available”? 2. If you send an associate a random e-mail on a weekend like “Can you pull X and send to Y”, would you get annoyed if they responded saying they weren’t by a comp or would you consider it reasonable that they wouldn’t be by a comp on a weekend?

Hey Fishes,
Been working at D India as a Manager (Not USI) for past few months.
Ask me anything as there are very few reviews available online.
To clear few misconceptions
1. Global projects are available here
2. They've started mentioning Bonus, Gratuity amount etc in offer letter
3. Work life balance depends on Project and managers you work with
4. Inside opportunities if you're the creamy layer
5. PF amount in offer letter is the total deduction and not just company's contri

Other can add

Is relieving letter mandatory for onboarding into TCS? Because relieving letter will be provided only after 10days after completion of fnf settlement and my joining date is just next day of my LWD. Please help??

Do you buy insurance when travelling to US for fun? Moved to Europe recently and this will be my first time back in US without employer health insurance - should I buy travel insurance? Where from? Thanks!

I want to leave my captive company. I don’t think I am ready to be totally on my own even with a cluster group etc. There is an option to be subcontractor in another independent company. I can write she said like 300 companies in many states, it would be helpful because I have many friends out of state. Is taking 25% of sales for giving CRM and companies too much? Seems like a lot. It is like “owning your book” but I assume I would pay a high price if I want to totally manage myself in a futu

Will join USI Anyone from this group on 27th June??

Is tech product manager work similar to PMO or do you do more than that?

How's everyone's schedule these days? EY getting busy already.

Do hedge funds people have better schedule than PE people?

Just internally transferred from PCS to FS tax team as a senior. What can I do to catch up all the technical skills and stay on top of everything?

Do you know of any success stories going from FS tax to FAANG type company tax departments?

If anyone is looking for a job working in RSM's tax financial services group that has experience in either Private Equity, Hedge Funds, or Venture Capital space send me a message. Please have a resume for me to review and then I can get you setup for an interview. I am based on Los Angeles, but I am not concerned about location, as we need people in this space all throughout the firm. I spent 13 years with the big four before making the move and it was the best decision I have made.

EY FSO tax and the equivalents at other firms, let's start a chat!

How is the staffing situation in your office? People are dropping like flies at all levels.

What is EY Edge in FSO? What do you do and what are the hours like?

How much are your raises every year on average? As a senior it’s been 6-8%

All SMs currently in pipeline - How many years at SM on average would you say it takes to be a partner these days?

Are there firms with FS tax practice in Seattle? Specifically fed compliance: Private equity. I know EY doesn't. Any other firms?

Do you enjoy financial tax? Have you ever tried to transfer to general tax and was it successful?

Do you know anyone with this background that pivoted into tax technology? If so how?

How are the pipelines to making partners looking at other firms? Do you see 7 to 8 years at SM level like EY? Is 3 to 4 years an old news? This is for fed compliance btw. Are other service lines any better?

When extended family asks what you do for a living? You say “ well it’s the taxes for funds like venture capital ” oh so starting a new business “ kinda of “ I had a former manager tell me explaining public accounting is tough. I would have to agree with that former manager. maybe I should have said I prepare K1s and 1065s lol

When someone who doesn't know what FS tax is asks you what you do for living, do you say you are in tax or finance?

Are there any companies out there that don’t need CPA to be manager even if you’re eligible to sit for the exam?

What's our chance of becoming a CFO?

Do you think FS tax works more than regular, lack of better words, tax in general? Want to get an idea of your particular office culture.

Anyone figure out how the 1065 will be presented this year for clients with GAAP books? Seems like M-2 should be tax but the instructions say book and “match K-1”