Forget the Big4! I've worked at EY and PWC and I'm over it. What do you guys think of firms like RSM or Baker Tilly? Do they offer decent career growth or better WLB?

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You would have to go smaller to get much of a difference in WLB. The trade is lower comp so only you can decide the right mix in that regard.

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No- more of the same…

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More of the same plus no long term career given PE ownership

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Having worked at two of the big4 you didn't realize that they're all the same? Also culture isn't really a thing at these giant firms since your individual experience comes down to the teams/projects you work with

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All PE owned firms good luck lasting 1-2 years lol

So what’s the answer? Genuinely want to know what the sustainable path forward is for a career in tax or audit.

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