Are the hours and flexibility any better at a top 10 firm versus big 4?

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Some yes, some no. Depends on firm and office/city. Do your homework.

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How would one do homework on that?

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See KPMG 1 below. You need to make inquiries. Talk to a lot of people. Get a feel for culture and workload and environment. Good luck.

I know a few people that have done the opposite (top 10 to big 4) who claim flexibility is better at the big 4 firm. To parner 1’s point every firm (and more importantly the office and people you work for are different). Get a feel for the culture and speak with as many people as you can.

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