Disclaimer: I know it is very untraditional and the odds are not in your favor on this one. Let’s also assume I have the requisite competence to work in PE.

5 years experience in Public Accounting (50/50 - Audit & Transaction Advisory (FDD)) - what are the chances and how would you break into Private Equity? Not a fund accountant - front office PE professional.

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