I finished an audit internship this summer and I’m starting full time in a couple weeks. Is it normal to get imposter syndrome before starting? During the internship I worked with some really smart 2nd year and seniors and was a little bit intimidated by them.

How long do you let your wine decant before drinking/serving?

Let's start a weekly prayer request thread. Even if we're anonymous to each other, I'd love to have a chance to pray for others since I struggle with that

I have a question for associates, what would help you the most in your job right now? It could be technical, communication, training, mental health. What are you biggest problems and struggles?

If anybody is aware of global compliance process for international travel request, kindly help me with the timeline and while process?

I have already uploaded COC Application onto EPFO portal after verification from TCS compliance team and now status shows as waiting for employer’s approval.
Does anyone has idea how long more will it take to complete this and what are the next step?
My travel date is in the second week of November and other clearances are dependent on this check.

My home had some water damage last year (water heater was leaking), so I had to do some repairs and took care of most of the work myself. If I refi, will my home have to pass an inspection?

Can a person just say that he cannot disclose his current salary while negotiating an offer and just mention his expected salary (which may be 2x current one) , because if the current salary is low ,the expected salary can't be too higher than current one ? Never seen such a case so just asking

Does anyone have an idea or range of salaries for PIMCO? As either an Associate or Senior Associate? i’m looking to transition back to CA from Dallas. I’m currently at goldman.

PwC people, does vacation negatively impact utilization the same way hitting G&A does?

Which type of work is more clear cut, tax or audit?

If you don't log in to work hungover Monday morning, you haven't fully utilized your weekend. Change my mind.

Being from the state of PA, and the amount of time I am on this app, it’s hilarious how much I double take making sure people aren’t talking about the state of Pennsylvania

If you asked to be considered for early promotion and didn’t get it (despite being highly rated, exceeding billable goal, etc) would you look elsewhere? Is it right to be angry about it? I don’t want to spin myself up unnecessarily if it’s unjustified

What are you going to do when you are too old to work in the industry...and what age is too old?

One thing they don't prepare you for when you're getting into advertising is the extent to which being a cheerleader propels you. I'm not a misanthrope, but I'm definitely not naturally wired for cheerleading and it for sure has had an adverse impact on my career.

I am suffering from Tennis Elbow. Anything I can do to reduce the pain in my hands and wrists ?

Is there an appropriate way to turn down an assignment because it is non-billable? Two of the partners I work for keep asking me to write client bulletins and articles with them, which is great, but now I’m starting to worry about meeting my billable hours requirement.

When covid first hit, I was delighted to be working from home. My hours even improved. Now, because of some triggering events, I’m dealing with horrible panic attacks on the daily. I’m dissociating and can’t focus long enough to get work done. I JUST hit a year at this firm and am going on a one month stress leave. Worried I might not kick this mental state in that time. Any advice as to what I can do while on leave so I can come back focused and ready to work?

I am product designer with a fair amount of experience (6yrs).

Recently was interviewed for a Sr. role in Booking but unfortunately the team finds me better suited as a core individual contributor.

I am also in the advanced stages of some lead designer positions in other companies.

However I am really interested in joining the team at Booking, especially because of the design culture.

What should be my reasons to accept or not accept the offer from booking?

Anyone from digital business services team?

Anyone wear baccarat rouge?

Hi background in audit and soc compliance now working for a non-public firm but delivering support to the auditors. Being that I am new I am still learning all the processes however cannot find a single process narrative. In order to better my experience performance I have attempted to find some type of structure.
Nothing is compliant…..

Would you send over a file for review with your name on it when told for job security or respect yourself and understand why first

my stress level peaks when there is so much work to do and the filing day is only 2 weeks away 🙃

I have a question for associates, what would help you the most in your job right now? It could be technical, communication, training, mental health. What are you biggest problems and struggles?

Suggestions on how to improve at work? I feel like everyone knows more than me and feeling like I’ve been left behind. Where did all of this knowledge come from??

Has anyone made a move from a “cushy” lifestyle to move to NYC? I’ve had a desire to move for a while but the logical part of my brain is holding back. Also insight into PwC NYM would be great!

Is it burning a bridge for leaving PA after only less than a year working in the company? I am in the verge of giving my two-week notice.

For the NY CPAs out there- how long did it take to receive your license? I submitted my application in late October (incl. transcript, work experience form, etc.) but haven’t heard anything. Is this normal?

Have you received a performance evaluation that you did not agree with? And how did you deal with it?

Anyone have any good audit jokes or one liners?

Could someone explain what finance closing process is? I passed CPA and have audit experience but I don’t really understand how industry accounting cycle works :( What does it mean to close the books? Are they referring to 12/31 deadline? Do all JE have to be recorded within this date? How does one close it?

Typical % salary increase for promotion to senior?

Torn between two offers-
Citi IA (MRA Validation - Risk) or Morgan Stanley IA

If base comp is equal, which one would you choose?

I recently come across a position at PwC tiled "Risk & Regulatory Business Process, Controls & ITGC- Manager" Can somebody provide me more details like culture, salary range, and information specific to the group?

So what's the deal with read receipt requests? Are they timing people once they have that notification? 🙄

To those using Prosystemsfx, have you had issues with not being able to insert rows or indent text in Excel? I’m sure there’s more but those two not working really bugs me

Only senior on a demanding client, managing multiple staff and managers. I really like my team and the work but I’m starting to lose motivation and burn out after the long time being the only one in my position here... and I don’t want to sound ungrateful, but feels like I don’t get fairly paid for the amount of time and effort I put in... any advice to get out of this negative mindset?

Do accountants in the tech industry make a lot for salary? Above average than other industries? Like Cali / tech