Has anyone been laid off from a big 4 firm before?
If so, how long did it take you to find another job, where did you land, and did the layoff complicate your job search?
Going through it a bit after a very recent layoff and just looking for guidance. Thanks 😊

Anyone stealth layoff, stealth layoff? I heard stealthier layoff. They gave stealthed layoff stealth layoff. Stealth layoff stealth layoff.

Any one make a move from fund admin after big 4 assurance and then was able to make a pivot to a PE fund accounting team? I am considering moving to a fund admin now. Have 9+ years of big four experience. Worried that I can get stuck in fund admin. But I have interviewed at several big name pe shops and make a few rounds on interviews but then get the same feedback that they are worried about my lack of operational experience.

I was fired after I reported a partner for a serious (criminal) ethics violation. The firm covered it up. Are all companies like this in the end? I’ve lost my trust and don’t know how to start over.

Hi connections, I was fired by my company Home Credit yesterday, 70% of my channel has been fired. I worked here as an Engagement manager. I lead the project of inhouse products where I deals with B2C centric markets( Usability of products, cross-selling, contact policies, PNL setup, awareness etc) as well as the B2B centric marketing segment ( end-to-end project management, defining performance metric, gathering information, recommendations etc). Plz give me a reference, connect on 8544357887

Is there mass layoffs happening in the industry right now? Is the rumour true? Are we back in a recession?

Hello! Generally speaking at B4, other than age-related restrictions (being ~50+), what are the factors that typically drive Partner / MD candidates to choose the MD path over the Partner path?

Results of my survey are in!!! The professions that pay the most are the following.

Big tech firms:
Big law:
I-banking:
Management consulting: l
Advisory at Big 4:
Doctor:
Quant at hedge fund
Fundamental analyst at hedge fund:

Thoughts?

Just heard EY is about to make more layoffs in audit too

Is current layoffs only happening in Amazon US offices or Amazon India offices as well ?

Resume question I've had three positions over my career one of which lasted 3 months and that I got fired from, the job search took an additional 2 months. Is it worth it to leave the 3 month stint off my resume? It might be easier to explain getting fired then a 5-month gap I was thinking

Is anyone hearing chatter in banks/FIs about recessionary job cuts or hiring freezes yet?

Hi everyone, unfortunately I was recently affected by a layoff at my company. About 30% of their marketing department along with other departments were all let go. I have 3+ professional experience with product marketing, digital marketing, and event management. If you know of anyone looking for marketing specialists or just want to network in general let me know. I would love to connect!

After 10 years of working as a FTE PM/producer I’ve now been laid off (thanks Covid) and am looking to start freelancing for the first time. What advice do you have for a new freelance PM/producer?
Also, what kind of insurance do you take out as a freelancer?

Do you guys have any transfer pricing opening for an in house position? I am so fed up with big 4 life lol

What are some career prospects as a JD LLM? Interested in big 4 and elsewhere other than your typical ITS and M&A groups.

Hi, what is the hire and fire policy in BAContinuum. Are they laying off people or did in the past?

Looking for advice. I have a few offers in negotiations for Senior IT audit role. My main motive is to get out of toxic work culture in B4 consulting and public accounting. Looking for better wlb, better work culture and decent compensation to make good living. Currently in TX making around 110K TC.

1. Children’s Place: Base-110K . Probable bonus of 3-5%. No relocation assistance or sign on bonus. Based in NJ. Location is closer to all my friends and family
(Continued)

I asked for a raise and instead got laid off. Told that after looking into finances not only can they not afford a raise they cannot afford me. But I know for a fact they are replacing me with an Agency that say they can run our Social Media for 500pcm. Is this normal practice these days?

Any advice from fellow women in this industry? How did you overcome gender biases?

Does anyone have the 2020 SHRM books for sale or to borrow? My job won’t contribute towards my certification. I’ve already paid for my test. I have the books from 2015 but I’d like to study from the 2020. I tried finding them online to purchase but sellers of affordable books aren’t responding.

I was about to talk trash about my truck driving friends and blame them for my heatwave related problems. Then I remembered that I drive an SUV, not zero emission, and I'm not doing much better for the environment than they are. I'll just ask them what if the climate change believers are right and see what they say.

I thought I really wanted to be a chemical engineer but the reality of the day to day has been disappointing to say the least… is this a common sentiment for a first job? Do I just have to keep going to get somewhere interesting?

How do I strategically discuss or negotiate remote work abroad in an interview or when verbally handed the offer?

I am currently interviewing a few of companies. I want to be able to travel (abroad) and work. Time zone isn't an issue, I can work at the same time zone or ensure significant time overlap.

How would you ask for remote work without setting anyone off?

Will be in amsterdam october 11-13, anyone else there?

I have an 8 hour layover in Madrid. Never been there before. Is it worth leaving the airport and doing something in the city? Any tips on what to see in a few hours?

What are some fun things to do in NYC around Christmas time? The only thing on my list so far is ice skating at Rockefeller

Question on UK visa-
My partner will be traveling often to London, once a month for an year starting September. He is getting his visa through work (10 years, multiple entry, 6 months max stay, cost some $1000).

I have applied for standard tourist visa in the past and they are usually short term. It could be max 6 months, but they see your itinerary and allocate you few months around the itinerary

Is there a way to get 6 months multiple entry visa, if I were to join him once in a while.

I’ve been reading a lot of FIRE books lately and want somewhere to discuss. What are the biggest takeaways from your FIRE journey/ research?

Why do some art directors only really start looking at stuff at the 11th hour? Thus forcing people to stay late on the Friday of a 3 day weekend.

Pretty sure everyone knows I’m stoned rn

Which part of the world are y’all from?

To the consultants in the bowl- what kind of DD is more prevalent when it comes to the Buyside clients - commercial or financial due diligence?

Anyone here a Data Product Manager who wouldn’t mind having a quick chat about practices within this area of the business?

PwC CMAAS or KPMG FDD? I have no idea what to pick, just sick of audit.

What is the average salary in a HCOL for an Advisory associate? Transferring over from tax with two years of tax experience so I’m assuming experienced associate.

PwC CMAAS or KPMG FDD? I have no idea what to pick, just sick of audit.

Would going to accounting advisory or finance in industry or Ops at a big bank be a better option for career?

I joined a SoftBank/Arm owned company, after the interview they showed me an unofficial spreadsheet with a bonus structure of 30% + 25% of 30% (performance based). However I was told that it’s complex so I should look at final numbers. When they made me the offer, it stated 15% bonus which I ignored because the recruiter had promised me 30% + 25% of 30% (performance based). Now, after three months he says that I will get only 15% - I feel cheated and naive for believing the recruiter.

Anyone know when new comp for FAAS will be communicated?

Any FDD Managers or Senior Managers/Directors interested in joining EY? Feel free to PM!

Hello!

Any advice on how to request a 20% raise? This is my first career out of college. I signed my offer letter knowing that I was being underpaid by 10%, as per the posted position salary. My 1-year appraisal is close and I would like to request 20% based on an increased workload; I would also like to make up for being underpaid my first year.

My dilemma: Many companies only pay up to a 4% raise. However, that will not cover much in this economy, and I would still be still underpaid.

I currently work in risk assurance and have a strong background in data analytics. I’m not really sure what my options are looking forward or where to look. Any ideas?

I got rejected for upper management position at Protiviti. Is that a bad thing?

Anyone work at CFGI? What group are you in? What do you like? What do you dislike?

CMAAS Folks: What type of work does CMAAS typically take on? Is it primarily transaction, public readiness (Carve outs, IPOs, SPACS, etc.) and technical accounting matters or are there also less accounting related areas such as finance optimization/consulting type roles?

Has anyone transitioned from PA to a PhD in Accounting? What is the PhD like? And how did you know it was the right decision/time?

Those in FDD, why do you like it?

I am looking for any referrals in audit/ advisory firms. I have worked in 3 of the big four audit firms and currently working in Canada in the financial services industry (head office in Boston).
I have 15 years experience in the financial services industry and worked in various countries.
Looking to move to USA. I am Canadian citizen and holds CIA (USA), CPA Canada, ACCA UK.

Management consulting vs strategy consulting vs data analytics vs audit . How would you rank each of the following and why in terms of exit opportunities and potential salary?

I’ll be promoted next year to senior but I’m in a niche role where I don’t see myself long term. Should I make a job switch now or should I wait to get promoted to senior? I currently have 1.5 years of experience.

EY FAAS vs KPMG AAS, which one is better?