Favorite or best accounting books or other resources? Looking to read more career-focused books this year so looking for any that really stood out to you. Obviously bonus points if they're written by a Black author but I'll read anything good. TIA!

Do you think there will be another housing bubble burst in the near future due to COVID? Assuming relative job security, would that be an opportune time to invest in Manhattan real estate?

How are you guys? Need any help in any topic? ping here.

off-topic:
in office have you seen any girl wear nosepin?

Personal Trainer/Accountability Coach recommendations?

PwC US ADVISORY
Line of Service: Advisory
Industry: Management Consulting
Designation: Senior Associate
I have second round of interview tmrw and have few queries as below-
1) I have current offer of 12 CTC from other company so now how much can I ask in pwc? My current experience is 5yrs.
I am on notice period and in present company I got recent hike and my salary is now 9.5ctc.
2) generally how many rounds of interview will be there?

Where is everyone located?

Do all firms share utilization reports for all staff with everyone? I feel like it’s awful for our company culture to share everyone’s stats office-wide. Just breeds anger and bad vibes all around.

Any regrets going into advisory?? Which group is the best interns of interesting work?

Hey folks, need some help with PF details.

Let's say a person join a company X and then switches to Y after few years. Again switches to company Z after few months. Now the thing is both the previous employers provided Pf but the new company Z which is still growing doesn't have a pf contribution since it is starting out in india. What would happen to existing PF accounts if not withdrawn , will it earn interest? What would i need to do as an employee? Any timelines to follow?

Hi Friends,

Could some recommend some good pgs around fidelity investments (manyata tech park). I will be starting the office from Dec.

Looking to make a change and I have a PhD in Org Psychology. Any suggestions?

EY folks, where do you go to see the engagements you are scheduled on, team you are on, overall schedule and team members etc. I know retain is used, but I cannot seem to log in. How do you get to scheduling ?

Is it true that this time of year is the worst time to apply/ try to get jobs? Looking to pivot out of a contract I got after being laid off in August by 2023.

Is Google the end game?

Anyone know of any banking analyst lateral opportunities in Chicago? Looking to jump to BB/EB. Any insight to the shops around here is much appreciated!

Which A-list actors/actresses are your inspirations for getting into the film industry and why?

Anyone have connections in Oklahoma City?

I will start managing the sales team I’m part of and transition from being a peer to becoming their manager. Any advice on how to make this change as smooth as possible?

How did you give notice you were lateraling to people you like? Particularly if you haven't been there that long?

I'm lateraling to another firm because frankly I think the management of this one is terrible, but the people (and individual partners) I actually work with are awesome. I've only been here for about 18 months, so I imagine that short time frame will make it extra awkward 😬

New in my market and just got review feedback that said “this region (the South) is more passive aggressive, we don’t do well with people (I.e. you, from up north) who shoot straight. You’ll also do..

Promotions finally announced to all staff and bonuses in the this pay period. How's it looking for the rest of y'all! Generally happy or more ready to bounce?

What do you want out of your accounting career? Obviously money is a huge motivator, but is there anything else you want accomplish, build, complete?

Anyone in transactions advisory at Deloitte, KPMG, PWC or Valuation at Duff & Phelps? Would like to understand the culture there. EY is not working for me.

Is there anyone working in Philly? What’s the best place to live for professionals ?

Guys, I am following this guy name Chakabars on IG, any of you do? He basically talks about racism, being black, health etc... Yesterday, I saw a post where he mentioned that COVID 19 couldn’t touch>

Would you ever mentor a junior accountant at your firm? Do they reach out to you? I really would like to help more younger people get into the industry.

To those involved with business development and sales, how has your network helped you in achieving sales targets? And in this case network means your black people network.

I didn't get to go to NABA this year! Hopefully next year! What are the best things about the conference? What are you going to do differently next year!?

In your opinion, which top firms offer the most support for Black accountants?

How far into your career did it take before working at a place that had black people in leadership positions? I have yet and it's making it hard on me to seek out mentors or even friends

Work-Life Balance Thread 🌱

What are ways that you separate work and personal life? Tips, practices, resources?

Drop them in the comments below, help another user!

2020 and this first full week of 2021 were the pushes I needed to finally get a therapist. How are y'all holding up?

Any good tips on keeping up an exercise/workout routine during busy season? I find it really helps me stay balanced

Come on peeps, let's show the world accountants aren't boring..... or are they?

Having gone through a very underfunded public school system I felt inadequate and I was able to coast by through college. Though I feel like Im capable now I still feel inadequate sometimes. Thoughts?

Anyone here ever got their Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)? How was the process and is it worth it?

Anyone at Microsoft? My dream is to work for Xbox. Would love for some guidance. 🖤