Big 4 vs a mid tier firm and why? (Audit)

Decided that I’m leaving audit today. Trying to understand the full range of opportunities in forensics. Will have my CPA and CFE. So far, I understand that there are client-serving firms like FTI and then the B4 will have forensics arms as well. What are some other forensic accounting roles? Pros and cons? Better than audit? Honestly just looking to learn anything.

Which is the most laid back, good WLB big 4 and why is it not Deloitte?

H1b big 4 folks. What database are you using to check if we will make it for H1B new wage level application?

As an associate working in SALT- Indirect tax , I want to know how the culture is @B4 firms, I need insight because I am thinking of leaving from where I am currently at

Have interviews lined up. Moving from Industry to consulting to one of the Big 4. Any resources ,tips on preparing for case interviews? What kind of questions should I expect. Contd.

ACN 🐠- Has anyone been able to transfer from Big 4 or any other firm to ACN and got them to transfer H1B? I have an approved I140 if that helps.

Discussion post: I feel almost all consulting firms are the same. Mbb, big 4 etc. if you are paid enough there is probably less wlb. If there is good wlb there is not much money. Can you single out a company that you can confidently say pays very well and also has good wlb and also has good opportunities etc.?

Does anyone want a referral to The Siegfried Group? Required 3+ years Big 4 experience.

Trying to make a lateral move from Big 4 M&A to an EB or MM bank. When do vacancies become posted online once people flee after bonus season?

Which firms have the best tech/software?
What is Big 4 ranking in terms of tech?
How about local firms?

My laptop always crashes because it cant handle the software we use. Im on 3rd laptop.


Looking at making the jump, have offers from all the B4 and a few locals. Currrent tech is my biggest stressor and sometimes losing hours worth of work just ruins my day/week.

Primarily focused on Private Equity, and HNW.

Would anyone be able to share what comp is for B4 SM1 in audit in NYC?

Guys,

Curious to know what's the salary range for Junior Engagement Manager in Workday consulting for overall 9 year of experience in India at big 4?

Typical analyst salary in London for a Tier 3-4 firm? Like big 4/ACN?

Looking to pivot from Sales at Bloomberg to Management Consulting/Change Management Consulting in the NYC area. 4 years working experience. Certainly open to Big 4 firms, but also to boutique consulting firms.
Looking to connect with someone who has pivoted from Sales to Consulting, or someone who is willing to provide insight into their Consulting role as it pertains to the type of Consulting roles referenced above, or provide a referral. Thank you!

Does the size of the deals you work on impact your exit opps? I'm considering a role at an MM firm (non-PA firm) and they mentioned the deals are usually in the $200M area of size, which I realize is smaller than big 4 deals

Thoughts on base salary range for experienced Consultant in Boston or NYC? 4 YOE -> 2.5 YOE in B4 consulting and 1.5 in public sector with an MPA. Could be MBB, Tier 2, B4, Guidehouse / Slalom etc.

What can help me (2 YOE at B4) get an interview at MBB besides a referral? Certain skills, certain qualifications, GMAT score, or something else?

I am interested in creating a supper club in Los Angeles where people can meet and interact through food- do you think it could be of any interest?

Any good books to read this winter break? On leadership, digital, or any autobiographies?

What are the Top companies for Oracle cc&b, meter data management (mdms) techno functional consultant , friend looking for change, yoe 5, C ctc 15,
Any referral is appreciated. Please dm 🙏

Is there any profile which is based on purely SQL and nothing else, no excel/tableau/powerbi task.

Hi, please confirm what will be the work of Wealth Manager Band 1 and how much is this profile involved into core sales .. or is it a customer service profile? I am very new to banking sector so will they provide training after joining or not?

I have an opportunity to be a Food and Beverage manager for a hotel I have been for 6 years. Currently I am overseeing all operations but want to focus more on the F&B world. Would anyone know how much salary I should be asking for this role?

How do you make the most money in STEM? Is it about having a degree, prior experience and getting in touch with people? What’s your *success secret* and how does it relate to what you’re currently doing? Maybe you think business owners have the highest potential to make the most? Process engineer at an industrial facility in Goodyear, Arizona

My Accenture recruiter told me that in order to revise my current offer she would need to reject my current offer first and no need to worry on that part. Is this normal? Please provide genuine feedback.

I’m getting ~2k in federal tax refund this year. Why is it so high? I heard that most ppl pay additional tax or get smaller refunds. Is my salary being withheld at a higher rate? I’m in my second year of employment.

Was there any market correction that Accenture did for Strategy & Consulting employees recently? If yes how much was that?

Hi all, will people who have joined CBS in January as manager be eligible for pay increase and bonus this year? Does anyone know the expected pay rise and bonus range? Thanks

Hello All,
Need referal for my friend for Sales force admin role.
He have done his certification. Currently working in TCS and serving notice period (approx 45 days remaining)
He do not have a offer yet.
Can anyone please refer my friend.
Thanks in Advance.

Hi Everyone,

Hope you all are doing well. I'm shifting to Pune next month. My office location is in Platinum Tech Park, Panchshil, Ganeshkind Rd. Pune 411005.

I just wanted to enquire about how is the are aroud that place? Is the area happening or it's in outskirts? Any 1 bhk available nearby that location.

Any constructive suggestion/discussion is appreciated 😊

How do you view time and the constant need to be productive?

I am currently waiting for the job offer for a consulting firm but I was told it could take several months. Between now and then, I have plenty of time for myself. What should I be doing to prepare myself for the new job? Any recommendations for newsletter/industry reports/books/ coursea courses? Thank you all!

Can someone recommend affordable health insurance? I left the firm earlier and am expecting a gap of medical coverage until I find a job. Currently not actively seeking either...

Can anyone review my resume and help me to make it better. Yoe<1

How many Invent folks do we have here? Where are you based?

Anyone here at Friedman?

Thinking of moving there from another midsize

As someone who has spent 7 years in the recruitment field specifically helping those who originated in audit or partnership tax compliance I’d be happy to answer anyone’s questions! Please only those that live and work in NYC.

Does FSO (Financial Services Office) have the same busy season as every other industry? Is it easier or harder?

Has anyone found a good CPE lecture or presentation on analyzing SOC-1s and mapping to controls?

Thinking of buying a e-scooter when commuting to office. Good idea or bad idea?

Just found out I got put on an out of town job for 3 weeks when I just adopted a dog. What’s better for the dog, a dog hotel or finding a dog friendly Airbnb? Not fully sold on letting someone stay at my house to dogsit

I accepted an offer a few weeks ago at a consulting firm, I start mid April, but now I feel the salary is low and I should’ve negotiated more. Can I still negotiate even if I already signed the offer?

At what point are you too specialized to lateral to internal audit? (PA, consulting, or industry roles) Currently have 2 years of external audit experience and 2 years of forensics: I always thought of internal audit as a decent exit but I’m beginning to get worried about getting too specialized to make that move one day

Why would a prior audit firm want to reissue their report if it’s not required? Seems like a lot of unnecessary steps that the prior auditor isn’t getting comped for..?

Just moved to Dallas, looking for a new firm. Any have a particularly big tech/real estate practice?

Would you accept the same amount of money to leave Big4 (no salary bump)? Perks are knowing you’ll work less, more flexibility, less stress, no busy season hours etc.

IT Audit fish! What resources would you recommend to pass the CISA? Looking for a study plan similar to Becker CPA. Since I’m new to IT audit, the MCQ database alone may not be enough.

Anyone else just feel sick and tired all the time?

Do you regret accepting an early promotion?

You always hear mgrs/sr mgrs switching to industry to become a controller, but do controllers ever come into public accounting as a sr mgr or anything else??

PwC Dubai is hiring actively and should I go ahead with the offer of Senior Associate in their assurance practice? It’s just people are quitting pwc Dubai and there has to be a reason. Is it the culture that is the problem?

Manager: “Do that this way”. Manager one month later: “Why did we do it this way? Doesn’t make sense. Fix”

Is Valuation ( financial advisory) a good niche to transfer into? How’s the job demand and exit opportunity look like ?