Does anyone have experience going from industry to public? I have 4 years of experience and I’m waiting on my last CPA score. Everytime I look at job postings, they seem to require public experience

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

Apply anyway

You can join but you might have to come in as an associate

I did! I had a really hard first year but its totally possible. I was a Senior Accountant in PW and moved into Public on the Tax side w/o a Masters or CPA but I do have 10 years of experience. Best advice is to use recruiters to help position you for the jump. You need a good story why you want to make the change but if you are genuine in your interest to change, most public firms would be happy to have you.

Related Posts

Hi sharks,
How is the career growth for a Salesforce developer in the market in near future.

like

Joined a new firm at the start of this year but it’s not a good fit and I want to leave for a different role type. Will it look bad to potential employers if I leave this company after 6 months? I was with my prior employer for 2.5 years before this.

like

What makes the most sense if you are trying to become a data scientist? Working at Accenture as a digital analyst or going to a startup and take an offer an junior data scientist? Can’t decide!

likehelpful

Looking to change practice area to employment law - tips?

like

Hi there! I work for a tech start-up and I've been tasked with revisiting their compensation philosophy and propose a better structure. I think this will also require me to revisit job titles, existing talent and tenure, performance, career paths, and the organizational structure. Any useful tips as I tackle this big undertaking?

likehelpful

Hi all! Has anyone worked at BAC in risk before? Any feedback / advice? Looking to transition from big 4 consulting to BAC risk in Charlotte. Thanks!

like

Any views on RNIP program, is it worth considering it to move to canada

like

How do you make, or recommend making, a transition from the public sector to the private sector. Salary, insurance, benifits.

like

Good evening Everyone, I have been a PSR for 10 years with the same company, but worked for 5 different practices. Was looking to move up in our company but from what I’m understanding, we have to have a degree in management. How would I go about trying to move up in and out of my position without a degree?

like

I want out of the Insurance industry looking to go into tech as a Data Analysis or Project Manager

like

Hi,
I have 7 YOS experience, I have two below offers:
Society Generale - 21.8 LPA(Fixed excluding EPF & Gratuity) + 5Lacs(Variable)
Encora - 23.5LPA(Fixed excluding EPF & Gratuity))

How the job security in both and which one is good to join? Please suggest.

like

Anyone studying toward the CIPM have any tips or study resources? Particularly those with a legal background working in privacy and regulatory compliance (non-IT cybersec). Would be delighted to connect. TIA ⭐

like

How bad is reneging a week before I start? Have an offer with FAANG but the role is sales. Got a dream job with Disney in Analytics & Strategy with comparable salary. Should I stick with FAANG?

Better manager & culture & benefits at FAANG, better role & opp at Disney

like

Hi there,
Which Excel courses you recommend for a beginner?

like

Hi, I am working as an associate in the sustainability team in one of the top consulting firms. I have an MBA from one of the old IIMs. I want to shift from sustainability to supply chain and logistics. Can anyone help me if finding a good opportunity in the field of supply chain.

like

I am a Angular Frontend developer with HTML, CSS, js, ts as my secondary languages. I also have some idea of Azure app services (and recently passed my AZ900 Exam last month).

Yoe: 4

I wish to upgrade my techstack but not sure what will help me to grow FINANCIALLY and have sustainable career in IT.
Can you guide me on what can I learn for the same.
1. React and react Native
2. Azure and complete any certification such as AZ 204
3. MEAN stack.

like

Question of the week (pick 1 or both)

What was your path into the entertainment industry?

What did you start as and what do you do now?

For all the 🐠 that switched from consulting to product, which role provided you with more tangible skills? I know I’m making some broad strokes here, but thought it might open other discussions as well

like

YOE : 7.8 i have an offer from IBM and HCL.
IBM : 18 fixed + 1 JB HCL : 21 ( 18 fixed + 1lakh approx (monthly variable) + 2 lakh Annual variable ) . Now i have a discussion pending with Robert Bosch , What should i quote ! Which will be better for job security and work life and overall career growth .

like

More Posts

After I eat sehri, I just want to lay down while my stomach looks like a mountain. Then I become so lazy to get up for fajr. Shaitan is locked up, it feels like I’m the shaitan, don’t wanna get up ...

funnylike

Hello !

I am looking out for a project switch within Accenture.
My primary skills include MSBI development with hands on experience in Power BI.
Total Experience:3 years.

Tools : Visual Studio, JIRA , Power BI , Microsoft SQL Server , Github.

Please DM in case of any leads.

Thank you

like

So how’s everyone holding up here?

In 2015 different governments in the US collected $5,175,829,952,000 to service 321,230,000 people. That’s over $16,000 per person. Anyone else find this shocking?

like

Just moved to the city and I'm excited to get out and try some new restaurants. What's your all-time favorite spot to grab a bite in Charlotte? (Bonus points if you can tell me what makes it awesome!)

like

In the last PDM town hall, they said they were going to lower utilization targets for those that work on projects with capped hours. For those people, have you seen your utilization target lowered? I haven’t seen shit change for me.

like

Hi,
Anyone here working with
Jio IOT ?? How is the team culture,WLB and growth prospects?Jio

like

Hi fishes,

I'm currently into analytics domain, want to get into front desk/quant role in investment banking/markets domain. Can FRM, CFA or CQF help me land there? Since I don't have any workex related to finance, any CTC ranges I can expect?
Or full masters is the way ? Anyone on that

like

Anyone jump out of Consulting to Hospital side? What’s the salary range?

like

Hi, What's the average salary for a Intermediate Software Developer in Canada?

like

8 YOE in Ariba and sap mm. What’s the average pay for scon in ariba team at pwc.

like

Hi Folks, post your thoughts around tools, technologies, tips and tricks, updates, referrals, vacancies etc.
Talk about SailPoint, ForgeRock, Okta, Saviynt, and all things IAM

Hi guys,

I have 4.8 years in Automation testing and looking for job change.
Please let me know if any jobs.


Thanks much

like

Is TailorBrands worth the hype??? Someone who used it lmk some pros and cons please.

My best friend has Celeste!

like

Anyone watch the mayoral debate last night? Reading the recap, it seems like it wasn’t that interesting

like

Hi guys, Kindly help me

Post Photo

Hi guys,
Going to my first 49ers game this weekend and was wondering what do you guys recommend for pre game, Tailgate in the parking lot? Or how early could I go have a couple beers in the bars by the gates. Thanks!

like

So...I started my own company in 2018. Things went off like a ROCKET. Its a small Remodeling company and we specialize in higher end bathrooms and kitchens etc. I love working with my hands. I also have my education though and...I am going to return to tech work. I just wonder..when is enough enough? When do you pull the plug?

like

Additional Posts in NYC Accounting

EY (specifically the New York FDD data analytics team) is actively hiring seniors and managers. Please feel free to reply to this post or send me a private message if interested. Thank you!

How much do first year senior associates make in New York Financial Services? I’m a second year associate and wasn’t sure what to expect.

like

For those who switched from audit to advisory: what are some of your job responsibilities? What kind of advisory service are you in? Did you like the change from audit? What are the disadvantages?

like

Which is the most popular advisory service to take up?

like

Looking to get out of public. I know nothing but public so how do I begin this process of transition and practically getting into private?

like

Looking to sublet my apartment on the UES ASAP - let me know if you’re interested.

Any accounting firms looking to move away from payroll services?

Hey trying to bring this bowl back to life, how's everyone doing? Busy season blues/last year of school/interning/ looking for a job? I'm finishing my last year of grad school before I work in the sum

like

I am a Staff and was giving the task of organize audit conclusion lunch with client. So I am looking for restaurant recommendations in Newark,NJ to take client for lunch. Anybody?

like

Why is the MTA so awful!?!? And they are going to be raising the fares again!? For what!!? 🤬

The MTA should be our audit client. I’d bet you’d find so much wasted and pocketed money!

likefunny

Anyone know of any clients looking for a CFO. I have public company CFO experience.

Any NY CPAs in here? Trying to see how long it took everyone to get their applications reviewed. I sent app on 12/16 and employment verification was sent 12/18

I’m a Junior accountant, recent MBA grad in Finance, located in NYC, just got laid off due to a merger. Anybody hiring or know any opening positions?

like

How is the work life balance in a big 4 firm for a senior in the tax department year round?

What do you do when when someone at the top of your firm says something bigoted and you don’t call them out immediately?

like

Which Big 4 is “best” for digital consulting for asset & wealth management clients?

Hard to make friends here - just moved to the city and found out all my friends here are in pair. Need friends to go out with

like

Anybody interested in getting a reference for PwC NYC office, please DM me!

Signing bonus for Associate is 5K and Senior Associate is 10K. It's not bad right?

like

Apartment for rent - Midtown Manhattan - 1 bed currently flexed as a 2. $3350/month, doorman building and rooftop pool.

Post Photo

Has anyone made the jump to work as a
fund accountant? Need some info (is
there a busy season, what are the hours
like, workload?) any info would be
greatly appreciated. Thank you

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