For those that have completed their CPA exams and are working, would you say working is harder or the cpa exam is harder? Or is the only reason why the cpa exam is hard is because of working while taking cpa exams?

What is the comp ceiling long term look like for staying in cloud consulting technical career compare to moving into SWE?

Hey Fishes,

Will ECBA (Entry Certificate Business Analyst) certification by IIBA be helpful to me in my career ?

My background-
* B.E in Computer science
* MBA in Systems and Analytics (2019-21)
* It's been 6 months I am working as an Analyst- Data science at Infosys

Patient advocacy leaders in Pharma- anyone interested to chat? I work for a patient recruitment vendor and am super interested to move to Pharma. Would love insider info!

Hey hub, I just exited a web 3 startup after monetizing them while overseeing business systems and revenue operations and GTM I am looking for my next major gig. If anyone wants my skills I’m solo now. Message me. I have 15 years in high tech and 10 years industrial with backgrounds in military and an mba. it could be gig work, contract, or a temp role, I can help you hire and build your roadmap to making money. Thx!

Is the CVA exam worth pursuing?

What are good sectors to specialise in if I wanted to keep my options open?

I’m still a generalist but see people 1-2 years above me beginning to align. I frankly don’t really have any particular sector interest, but choosing based on “who i vibe with” sounds a bit silly (esp if you plan to exit)

Any book recs on how to improve soft skills (ex. Communication, leadership, etc)? Doesn’t beat real life practice of course but would be a good starting point. Thanks!

Has anyone left healthcare and is now really happy? I’m an MSN, RN with 12 years hospital experience. I’m burned out and tired of making crap pay. I have an opportunity outside of healthcare that would pay more and challenge me in new ways that I haven’t experienced before. It’s a total shift that would really heal my work-life balance, job satisfaction and budget. My only fear is that I would not be using the license and degree that I worked so hard for. I would appreciate any input!!!!

Anyone exit to agritech or something like beyond/impossible?

May be a noob question. What agency titles feed into different C-Suite positions in the wider industry? Do creative titles most commonly set one up for a CMO position? How about account side?

I’m a IT PM with 5yrs experience, and I’m asking for 100k base. Am I asking for too much? Im based in the DMV area and I have a PMP as well.

Hey sharks,
How to get into freshers data science role as a non-tech professional?

I am currently working with fiitjee ltd kolkata as marketing manager. I have done BE in computer sc. And MBA in marketing and operations. I have total 8 years of experience. I want to switch from education industry to IT. I need help.

Many in my MBA program are hyper grade focused. Do grades matter that much post MBA for future job opps at all? My approach has been to balance academics with relationship building and practicing exec presence and for me, pivoting to a new industry

Hi fishes actually needed your advice if it is good enough to switch from reactjs to angularjs?

Don’t think the intensity of consulting life is for me. what’s a good, enjoyable industry exit that is 40 hours or less and decent salary? I’m still 2.5 yrs out of undergrad so options are flexible

I know someone earings 50 lakhs per annum with 5 years of experience in .net full stack technology. Is it possible this much growth in 5 years.

does anyone else feel pressured to go to grad school if they want to become a data scientist after analytics consulting?

Hi fishes,

Can anyone tell me if infosys promotion is happening as part if retention? Mostly from jl5 to jl6? Did anyone get promotion as part of retention? in infosys?

Is Citi a dysfunctional organization, true or false?

Any OTT recommendations for the weekend?

What is the general ranking for A-SC firm benefits across commercial management consulting?

Max out 401k before contributing to taxable brokerage? Roth IRA is already maxed out.

Anyone is a tech role in healthcare ? If so what is your title so you enjoy it?

What are some locations with the highest demands for engineers?

Can anyone here hook me up with a reference to Freddie Mac please?

Any tips to clear HSBC initial behavioural assessment round ? The last time I attended could not clear.

Hi Folks
Just wanted to know how is Airbus as a company to join for a person from Sap abap hana technical?
YOE 4

If I max out my 401k before the end of the year, I am still eligible for employer matching?

Thoughts on offer?

Experience
6+ YOE in Financial Services Industry
Skills MBA, CFA, FRM
Currently in Big4

Offer
Base 130K
SignOn-5K
Location New York
Firm Non-Big4
Title Senior Associate

I have an interview with Korn Ferry for an associate principal role and am curious about others’ experiences have been with work-life balance here. Also, I have an idea of what I should be compensated in this type of role, but any insights on how they pay compared to others would be helpful. Are you traveling during the pandemic or have client interactions been virtual? Lastly, if you are a consultant here, are you on billable hours? My current consulting role is not - so this would be new.

I just gave notice. I’ll need to take some of my work products with me because I’m flying solo. What is the best way of leaving the firm with some of your work products besides taking photos of them? 🥲

What's your favorite red wine?

Laila Blueprint Cabernet 😍 I swear this is the best wine I've had in years.

How many of you that have been in PA for at least 10 years feel like you are a well rounded individual? Is your personal identity only about your job, status, and wealth or do you have enough contd

Hey everyone! Any advice for a new accounting graduate who’s struggling to get a first job? All of the employers are asking for years of experience but how can I gain experience if you don’t hire me in the first place?

CPA vs master, which one is more desirable in public accounting? wonder why some ppl got cpa also try to take master?

Literally can’t pass FAR exam. I think I am just not cut out to use becker. Does anyone have any advice? At this point I don’t even know if I want to pursue this anymore. I’ve invested so much of my time and losing motivation with constant busy season. Is there any material out there that is more straightforward that you recommend? Someone give me hope…

I moved from CA to WA, do I transfer my CPA through interstate reciprocity or another method? Which state will I submit CPE to in the future?

Does your firm form leadership group trainings? We usually do every summer but we are starting one these last 2 months. We usually read books or watch something and then discuss. If you do them, do you think they are effective?

I applied through a referral at Deloitte advisory, but it’s been a while. I had a recruiter reach out for Deloitte Advisory, would the recruiter help at all? Or would it just be a waiting game for the referral?

What makes you really happy?

Anyone taken the CFE or CIA? Feedback is appreciated with respect to review courses and prep time. Thanks.

Had an intern ask me today : “do you believe you’re adding value by what you do in audit?”

Damn....

So my home office is in city A and I got assigned to a job in city B. Would EY reimburse the flight if I’m flying from city C to city B?

Has anybody worked on VAT team on RSM or know people that have? What is culture like? Work schedule and hours like during busy season? Any information would be helpful.

How can anyone act like they’re happy working Saturday’s during busy season? My buds are snowboarding, my girlfriend is complaining that I work too much and I’m missing the playoffs. Times like these make me question why I stay.

What is the average earning potential for a CPA?

Has anyone ever stayed longer at a firm just because you “liked” someone?

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.

What's the average salary for Staff accountant per year?