How do the Big 4 ensure that the separation between their member firms is meaningful enough for liability protection? This concept seems to apply more to paper than fact given firms’ interconnections

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Definitely an on paper thing. Regulations are basically hard enough to enforce domestically much less internationally

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I’m curious about this. I interviewed at a big 4 recently and they wanted to sell consulting related to findings from the audit side. I was told not to worry about independence since it would be taken care of.

I thought it was kinda shady

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For those whose big 4 employers sponsored their visa to the US, how long are you required to work for that firm before leaving?

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Looking for strategy and analytics consulting role in the big 4 . Any help would be welcome thanks

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Currently Audit senior 2 looking to transfer to advisory. Exploring some internal advisory roles as well as external roles with mid sized firms - looking for advice on Big 4 advisory vs. with a mid sized firm? Personally I feel like I would get more exposure to different projects/clients at a mid sized firm, where at big 4 would prob be pigeoned holed in a specific niche sector/industry with little flexibility to try other things. TIA

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Hi Fishbowl community!

I am currently working in Research and Development of Process Development, CEAT Tires as Assistant Manager. I am very delighted to share that the journey so far has been good. But looking at my long interests of changing my Domain from Manufacturing sector to Consulting services. I am eager to apply my learnings and skills throughout these 20 months of work experience as of now.
And I will be delighted if any of you can refer me in any of Big 4 consulting company.

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I’ve got a really good job. Wasn’t looking to move but a big 4 consulting firm reached out. I received a very generous/life changing offer. I’m so worried about work/life balance if I take this offer. Also worried about layoffs in a year or two when the market gets back to normal. I’ve got an infant and a 5 year old. I know that I can manage my current workload. I don’t want to pass up a great opportunity but I’ve got to be available for my family too!

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Is switching to a regional (6 offices) firm from big 4 a career step back? Looking to leave, lots of smaller firms interested but worry it’s a backwards move.

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Hi fishies! Considering an internal big 4 move from Western Europe to Dubai. Not sure about WLB and whether there’ll be enough growth and learning opportunities after reading some of the threads here. Anyone up for sharing their experience? Especially concerned about sexism / racism as a WOC…and whether moving back to Europe in a few years will be difficult because the ME experience won’t be considered valuable.

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Hi All! I am looking to connect with Oracle professionals. Currently work in B4 and would love to meet folks with a background within Oracle security. Message me if anyone is open to new, full time roles.

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Is it recommended to get two full years of consulting experience before looking for a move elsewhere...for more comp (say to another Big 4, industry, attempt at MBB or FAANG)? Already have 8 yoe in the DoD space outside of consulting. And about 16 months of consulting exp

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Do VC funds value consulting experience? Weighing staying in Big 4 consulting vs going to a startup, while I try to crack into VC

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Is there any ongoing hiring freeze in B4?

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I’m a technical consultant but sick of the low pay and bad benefits at SI firms. I have some opportunities at Big 4 with better pay & benefits. Will it derail my career to move to Big 4?

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EisnerAmper RESIG staff 1 (fund accounting) vs big 4 international tax

thoughts? not too knowledgeable on fund accounting/exit opportunities/ etc

mostly concerned about work and career/salary progression

asking for a friend

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Has anyone here started their consulting career from an audit role at a B4? If so, how difficult is it to switch?

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Getting this off my chest… few folks in my leadership randomly talk about how they had MBB offers out of business school but they picked big 4 strategy. 😑 Like don’t they think about how this almost sounds incredible to believe.. It sounds like they need to name drop. That’s my rant.

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Any big4 lawyers who transitioned to the IRS office of chief counsel (national office)? How do you like compared to big 4? I am particularly concerned about having to be in person (at the office) 2-3 days a week.

Boutique or big 4?

I'm currently an ops manager at a big 4 in London and received an offer from a small boutique firm with 25-30% pay rise.

I'm also in the process with Accenture but I feel like I'm not sure if I'd jump just for the money but also change in environment.
What type of things would you be asking yourself if you were in my shoes and debating to jump ship?

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Hi, need some suggestions.

I have offer from 4 organization.
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Infosys - 8.5 lpa with 10% variable including and 1 lakh jb
Pwc - 10.5 lpa fixed with 1 lakh jb
Tcs - 10.5 lpa fixed
Fractal analytics - 10.5 lpa fixed

Kindly suggest me what to do?

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Annual review advice?
I feel very secure in my long-term employment and am doing very well. I work at a midsized boutique with a generally solid culture. I’ve been described as “rising star/golden child” etc., glowing reviews. The thing is that I’ve had a tough year with absent mentors, low interaction/training (there are extenuating circumstances with my SA.) Do I mention what changes I need to see to stay here? Or just go along, accept my good reviews and bonus, and keep my head down?

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Any ladies want to chat? 31/f

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Hi Sharks,
I have offer from TCS from my base location & 2 product based companies from another city.
I have already denied over mail to TCS that I cannot join as I have better offers in hand & they ignored my mail for counter offer.
I have to now deny company A of other city whose HR was advising to not deny joining once u accept the offer.
Company B is one of my dream companies & offered the highest among all 3. What should I say to the HR of A? Will they blacklist me if I don't join?

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Can someone please explain how rolling (sold) puts to following week works?

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How can EY employees order EY branded stuff like tshirt or stationary items?

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Should I try talking to another teacher that has been making my life difficult? At today’s optional after school meeting she said I was keeping her past her contractual time... it was optional!!!

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I have a managerial round(maybe the last round) tomorrow with Delta Air Lines. Can you let me know what package should I ask the hiring manager?

Experience: 6.6 years

Tech Stack: Java, AWS, Spring Boot, Kubernetes

The role I had Interviewed for -> Lead Developer - AWS

Also how good is Delta Airlines in this Recession Period? what are the benefits we get? And is it WFH or 3 days Office in a week?

Thank you

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I’ve been in house my entire career (6 years) and I am thinking about transferring to big law. I feel the experience would sharpen key skills and compensation wise would work out better. Has anyone made this transition before? Is it too late?

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how long after resolution of symptoms/recovery does someone remain positive and able to transmit infection? Ive read anywhere from 3 days to 3 months.

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Hey GUYS can you REFER me for CYBER SECURITY role. I'm serving NOTICE PERIOD and has worked as SECURITY ANALYST with TCS. Thanks, I need calls to give interviews 🙏

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