I am going to start my new job with Big four next week. It is my first time working in big four. I have been working in the boutique public accounting firm for so many years. Any suggestion?

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I was at a boutique consulting firm before joining Big 4. My group here is smaller so it’s not a significant chance but the whole audit requirements thing gets frustrating. I don’t think you’ll find it so different overall, the culture for me is much better in PA.

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Depends on the firm and the city. I transitioned from the government into big 4 and did great!

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