Does your firm have half days before a holiday? BDO does 3pm close (instead of 5:30pm) which essentially gives us 2.5 hours, but I’m wondering if any firms have half days or other more flexible options

EY folks - how do I increase my firm group life insurance coverage (not the group universal / variable policy)? My wife’s coverage is at like 3x my salary but mine is only at 1x my starting salary from 5 years ago…

What are the expectations in deals in terms of working (around the clock/during PTO) ? Is it true that culture is very aggressive at Pwc?

For a data engineer with offer from epam, impetus and apisero, which would you prefer?

Apisero being 3lpa higher.

What's the work culture like? How is it like taking a leave? Or a 7 day vacation? Do they let you take it most of the times?

What are the best things to do in Portland over the holiday season? Just moved here in October and I want to know what's good, I'm single so events where you can meet people would be great too. What's fun here while it's cold??

What is normally asked for a Business Intelligence analyst role at GS?
The hike offering is quite low compared to other companies, so what are the other employee benefits?
How much is an average yearly hike one can expect?

I have resigned and my agency is not counting my approved PTOs for two weeks. I put notice for 30 days, is there any way I can negotiate? Or is there any law that prevents companies to cancel hard earned PTOs?

How much leave encashment is given in globant on relase

Does EY GDS gives year end break? Means Christmas holidays for a week?

Any way to take advantage of the relocation allowance if I'm not going to use anything close to what I'm allocated?

There are so many holiday parties to attend. Any advice on how to make it to many and still be a functional human by the end of the week?

Hey everyone, would 12/23 afternoon not a bad time for holiday travels? Booking for a flight for my parents from overseas to LAX ,trying to avoid crazy busy afternoon.

Hi All, Do the medical/dental benefits begin as of the hire date or is there a waiting period? Also, does Sunlife offer internet reimbursement for remote employees? Thanks in advance!

USI folks - Do you know if the Sum assured of the health insurance offered by Deloitte is for per year or total. Context, I am currently at Deloitte US and thinking of requesting a USI transfer because of a serious health issue for one of my parents. Would be really thankful if someone can clarify 1)Will parents existing conditions/treatment (Chemotherapy ) be covered from my day of joining and 2) Will sum assured will reset every year (if yes, then when, January or our FY). Thank you

In the last week of december, do we have something like a global shutdown like deloitte usi? or do we have to exhaust our leaves during that time?

Ate so poorly on vacation im scared to weigh myself 😣

Do you drink or do anything wild at company holiday parties or events? I feel like as one of the only minority associates I have to be extra careful to stay professional. All my white coworkers can talk about is the open bar and how crazy everyone gets...true or false for your company?

For those who are struggling during the holiday season: I finally had the courage to talk to my doctor about my depression and drinking problems. I don't know why I waited so long. Started crying in the first 5 minutes and felt immensely better after the session. There is no shame in looking for help. We can still be successful and strong and self-sufficient. Hang in there!

If you take vacation, is the onus on you to make up that billable time? If so, how do you enjoy long vacations?

What's the salary band for associate consultant and consultant at KPMG global services for a person in a technology team (advisory/consulting)?

I am a Recruiter in the Civil Engineering and Design industry (Land Design) in the DFW area. I would love some insight on the offers that you are getting in Texas.

Interested in moving in-house — any suggestions/tips on networking with other in-house counsel?

What’s the realistic salary expectations post-pandemic for an experiential producer with 5+ years of experience and 8+ years of managerial experience (in multiple fields)?? Is everyone seeing a rise in lower paying jobs and starter roles?? Im in a role equivalent to my entry level college role which was almost 8 years ago.

Please help with 11 likes. Thank you

Had anyone gone from a med tech (MT/MLS) to LIS? What the pay more or less? I was offered a position with their second offer being 7k less than I make now. How can I negotiate more even if it’s a “change of career”..

Looking for Change in career! Have 8.4 years in HR functions (Talent Advisor and Business Partner). Notice 60 days. Please suggest.

I moved to the Netherlands 3 months ago on a spouse visa. Was working with EY-P earlier. I have been applying to jobs and giving interviews but for some reason things are not working out. I get a different reason everytime (after going through the whole process). This has never happened earlier in life and now I don't know what else to do. I have worked as a strategy consultant (& a researcher). Should I change lines? Where else can I try?
I can't apply to boutique firms since Dutch is mandatory

Plane travel tip: Delta aisle seats usually have an arm rest that raises giving you more room. #bossstatus

Alt W H

For your enemies lol

Does anyone have a preferred car service company? I am looking for a service that can consistently provide traveler alerts such as when car has arrived, passenger is on board, trip competed, etc. across US cities. I have found a company that will do this when I book travel in NYC, but when my Professionals arrive in their destination cities the affiliates do not offer this same feature. Any suggestions? Thank you!

I think everyone on this forum would be really fun to work with compared to the corporate zombies I often interact with. Have you identified other FIRE peers at work? If so, how did you find out and what did you think of them?

Does sap labs negotiate if we have a better ctc?Can sharks please share their experience?To give more information- sap labs offered me X LPA and another firm offered X+10 LPA. I want to join sap but don’t want to leave so much money on the table

Redeemed my recognition points for a portable air conditioner. Hope it's effective!

When messaging a recruiter on LinkedIn, is it best to send a short note about why I’m the best fit for the gig, write a mini cover letter, ask for a time to chat, or something else? Thanks in advance!

Who else skipped the holiday party at your office? Some of you fuckers are the last thing I wanna see after spending all day dealing with your bullshit.

Does anyone have a similar experience? I interviewed with recruiters from two of "Big 4". Both interviews went well, and I was told the recruiters will submit my resume to the partners and senior managers for the next interviews. 3 weeks later, I received the rejection letters without the next interview. I wonder why the partners even not bothered to interview me. If it matters, I am a CPA with 3 years non-PA experience and applied for experienced associate positions. I appreciate any insights.

Anybody ever used your internal firm Bio/Profile (obviously scrubbed for client info) to apply to other B4? Finding its a lot easier to convey value and understand my background with my bio.

Met this really cute guy at national training, exchanged phone number, but he's heading back to home office tomorrow. Advice?

What is the Protiviti senior consultant 1 salary? Also thoughts on Protiviti vs West Monroe?

Which offer should I accept? Currently staff 2 at big 4 in Tax with CPA license. I want to leave tax ASAP. Both are public companies +1B in revenue and same salary. Offer 1 - staff revenue accountant so reading contracts, speaking with the sales team and legal team, a lot of work at the end of the months to close books and reconcile transactions to make sure we are ASC 606 compliant. This track usually leads to director of revenue. Offer 2 - internal audit staff so SOX and compliance projects.

Any clue when the scatter plots are out?

I want to quit big4 solely because of stuff like timesheets, assignment loaders, compliance items, and other trackers. Ffs they are never ending and frustrating

Anyone has insights into whether we can claim depreciation for our “home office” due to WFH? Not an expert here but looks like it’s for self employed individuals only, but maybe the individual tax experts in this community can help everyone out a bit 🤪

If you don't log in to work hungover Monday morning, you haven't fully utilized your weekend. Change my mind.

Has anyone done a rotation in another office at ey? Like doing a busy season in Irvine California from a northeast office?

Move from Big 4 to Regional - Lateral Audit Manager - worth it?

Has anyone ever actually seen/had to cover up something sketchy on an audit?

I am thinking of moving to the Miami area from NYC, can anyone give me info on the job market and what the salaries are like there.

My attention to detail, on a scale of 1 to 10, has to be a 3. I can't find the fix. What would you rate your attention to detail? And if you started out bad, how did you fix it?

I am a new senior but it feels kinda weird. It’s busy season but a lot of my client data still isn’t in yet. And whatever work we do have, my staff are excellent so when I review, it’s quick... cont.

Grant Thornton - SALT income tax group NYC? What’s the group like? Any good?

PwC people, does vacation negatively impact utilization the same way hitting G&A does?

Parking should really be reimbursed! Especially when its $20 a day.