How long did it take you before you realized PA (Tax) wasn’t for you? Did you find an opportunity in industry? How hard was the switch from PA tax to in-house industry? I’m looking for some hope here

I am considering moving to Australia so I can get admitted there. I have been working as a legal assistant since January 2020 in Zimbabwe.Would I be able to get a job as a legal assistant or paralegal on a student visa- while working on my admission exams?

What would my esteemed colleagues in Australia suggest?

Also, do you think this is a good move? I am currently in Zimbabwe.

I am a Mechanical Engineer currently in Structural Analysis domain for 2 years and Want to change my domain to Data Engineering or Big Data Developer. What should be my approach and ideally how long would it take to get into this industry ?

9+Military 6+Wealth Management 1+Tech PMP, PMI-ACP, SixSigma Black Belt, Secret Cl., Bachelors, but no MBA yet. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Interviewing SC/M at Big4 but I’m considering Project Management as well. Maybe Big Tech? Any ideas of lucrative industries or positions?⁣⁣
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If you enjoy what you do and what you make, tell me about it. I’d love to hear your story and broaden my industry perspective as I find a new career path.

Serious question. Why is there so much emphasis on big 4 experience? I started off in industry, recently joined advisory at a big 4 - primarily because during my job search recruiters and job listing all mentioned big 4 experience preferred. Please explain why big 4 experience matters so much.

Has anyone moved from BA to Product Manager, what all courses/ certifications you did?

I'm currently working in real estate private equity as an acqusitions analyst in the multifamily sector. I'm on a path to become a Director of Acquisitions of a region (my firm is expanding quite bit). I wanted to know if anyone had insight on comp at this level? Is it more bonus heavy? Do Directors typically get carry? It varies so much in this market so any insight or personal examples would help a ton.

I’ve been working on the agency side for over two years now, but would love to jump again to the client side, as I have a sense like you feel more as part of the project.
Any tips from someone who as made this shift, to help me make through the interview process?
Also, what would be a comparable position on the client side for someone who works on paid social media?

Has anyone had experience in both the nonprofit and corporate sectors? Most of my experience in college was with nonprofits but I’m currently working in corporate retail. There are a lot of things I miss about the nonprofit sector and I am considering about making the move back but want to weigh my pros and cons. I am one year out of grad school so any knowledge regarding how to navigate the workforce as a newbie is welcomed. Thank you!

Recommend books / trainings for learning more about PE? VC? Buy Side? Currently in Financial Due Diligence and want to start learning more about exit opps as I plan to leave in about a year or two.

How do you move up the chain as a CRA? From 75% traveling to 100% remote role or maybe 20% travel. Any suggestion on remote roles in clinical research where CRA experience is appreciated?

Can someone who works/worked in FDD tell me about day to day work, pros/cons, and potential exit opportunities? Would be much appreciated!

I’m currently in Underwriting but I’m thinking of switching over to the corporate risk management side. Is this something I should do? Any advice would be welcome.

Hi Fishes need your suggestions please. I have an interview with PWC for GCP DE Manager, currently working in pure technical role as data engineer. YoE 12.5, cctc 10.5 and holding offers till 23.5 fixed and few more in pipeline, expecting till 27 with 40 days left in np. How much can I ask for a senior manager level in PWC AC Bangalore and how difficult is the work and transition from pure technical to managerial role? I am still bit reluctant to leave tech side, is it good in long run?

Thoughts on the Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) certification? Hoping to add some more certifications on my CV for director of strategy roles. Thank you!

If I already have skills in python and SQL at an intermediate level, can I quit consulting 1 year out of UG for a data analyst role or will it be a tough sell? Seriously bored over here

I will be starting in Big 4 FDD as a campus hire. Is the promotional path similar to audit (A1 -> A2 -> S1…) after each year or so?

Hi Fishes, My friend has recently got an offer for ITA role in TCS with C2 grade. Does anyone know what is the role of an ITA? Is it some lead kind role or a team member role?

Any advice for a Level 9 - Business and Integration Arch specialist? Joining early April so any advice is welcome.

I am a new grad that started working as a supply chain coordinator this month. Is supply chain a good field to be in? What industries do you recommend and how can I grow fast?

Does NTT Data provide night shift allowance for US shifts?

Hi All,

I am having 6 YOE. Tech stack is Angular or React + Node. I am currently holding an offer from Nagarro with 22 LPA. Is it good as per industry standards or should I keep on searching for the counter?

I am also looking for good WLB and job security into consideration.

I have recently cleared 2 technical round interview at Accenture. During HR discussion, she told that my expected salary is not within level 9 range and project doesn't have any level 8 requirement. But these were all discussed before interview scheduling, then why the interviews were scheduled? Now they have kept my profile on hold saying compensation mismatch

Have agency minimums and/or average retainers changed during the pandemic?

Best hotel from new combined Marriott program in Philly. Looking to do two days and night over Labor Day weekend

Best Maldives Bonvoy hotel with regards to getting there / local plane or boat cost?

Seems points values are fine, but some have crazy travel extras ($900 seaplane to st Regis!)

I have offers from mindtree and Infosys
Package wise Infosys is bit high
Tech - sap abap
Yoe 7.5

Which is better in terms of hana,WLB and onsite opportunities??

Hi ,I need to know today,pls guide asap
HR from JP is asking to hold 2 days for offer that they wl expedite process and release. However I have somehow trying to extend my joining date at HCL for 3 working day. Should I trust and wait to join JP . Also will HCL extend 3 days on my request on medical reasons . HR discussion at JP is pending

How often do you rebalance your portfolio?

I was trying to swap some matic for some Klima on sushi swap and the transaction stalled for hours so i cancelled it. Now my matic is just gone. Thought it would eventually be sent back to my meta mask wallet but seems to be gone. Is there anything I can do about this?

Did my decision round with BCG and came out feeling meh. The interviewers pushed me a lot (made me brainstorm on where to start until I found the right place) and didn’t really work with me through the case (just let me go on even if my I was a 0 off in my calculations).

Is this normal? The experience was vastly different from my R1.

I am really thinking of buying the Senreve Maestra bag. Want to hear if anyone has bought it and what their feedback is ? Is it worth the investment ? Or should I go for another known brand bag.

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Designer backpacks? Any good options that aren’t too flashy

What are the best social shops out there right now? Is being all-in in social obsolete?

Question : First time freelancing ... ( always was full time in my tenure ) this really big agency keeps saying thanks for the patience we’re working on your paper work and has scheduled me for a ton of meetings and presentations. Is this normal ? Feels weird to work with no agreement .

Can someone please refer me in VMware?
Skills-Java,SpringBoot,Microservices.

Currently making 80k at manufacturing company, one of the top in the industry. Only been w the company for 7 mos.

Small local consulting firm is offering me 100k. Firm does outsourced accounting services for tech startups in HCOL area. I have experience in this kind of setting so not worried bout the transition.

100k worth it to move? Whats the most reasonable amount i can ask for? 5 YOE, getting my CPA license this year. Both jobs are 100% remote

I am interviewing with one of my firm’s clients- same office but I’ve never been on the engagement. Private company. Any independence issues or reasons I couldn’t get hired due to that relationship?

Serious question. Why is there so much emphasis on big 4 experience? I started off in industry, recently joined advisory at a big 4 - primarily because during my job search recruiters and job listing all mentioned big 4 experience preferred. Please explain why big 4 experience matters so much.

What is involved with a background check for a new job in the US? I have international experience (non-accounting). Will this cause my check to take longer? What can I do to help address?

How much base comp should I ask for Deloitte M&A tax senior role? Atlanta, MCOL , CPA, MST & 4YOE. Big4transparency isn’t much help (hard to navigate)

Anyone know anything about Alvarez and Marsal PEPI? Was recruited for a role that sounded like TAS/preacquisition, but now it sounds more accounting/books for PE. Any insight?

If I want to get into project management will it be worth it to take a general PM course or Scrum certification also how does Scrum tie into PM?

Anyone out there who left PA for CFGI? Thoughts?

M&A Tax exit opportunities？

Has anyone moved from tax or audit into an outsourcing position? I enjoy the work, but I would like to get down to more manageable hours and have a more reasonable work/life balance. There is still some overtime, but not the 15+ weeks of grinding out work at 80 hours/week.

Which would be better? The first will def pay better but afraid of being pigeonholed into fund accounting and lack of exit opps.

Finance Manager at a top VC (review accounting work that is outsourced and help finance team as needed)

Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A) at a private SAAS company.

Thank you all in advance!

Any advice in salary negotiations? When recruiters ask me how much salary I expect, I don’t really know what’s a reasonable range. Is there a rule of thumb? SM1

What are some common interview questions for internal audit roles? Coming from public accounting senior auditor

Anyone else noticed recruiter messages are back up this week? I’ve been getting 2-3 daily starting Monday.

Leaving EY in a week. Is there anything specific I should do/ save before leaving?

Tax / Accounting seems so dull. Sure “everyday is never the same” but it’s always boring 😀

Im a manager in international tax, probably a good chance I get promoted to senior manager at the end of the fiscal year. I got an offer for a senior manager position in house for international tax. I think the offer and my potential raise in 3 months would be comparable (so long as it happens). Any reason to stay?

How is the Dallas job market? Still good? Is it a good time for a job search (experienced position).

How much should i ask for my salary? - senior tax associate (S1) in NYC.

Anyone starting in tax successfully made th transition to a venture capital/pe fund? Would love to hear how you did it! Career path, continuing education, etc ?