I have 4 YOE at a Big 4 (2 as staff & 2 as senior). Is it too soon to start applying for Tax Manager positions requiring 5+ YOE? Not sure if those experience ranges are generally required or merely recommended ranges.

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Moving from staff to manager is extremely difficult these days. I would recommend to stay until you make a manager and jump. All the best.

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Doesn't necessarily hurt to try! Chances aren't super high, but hey shoot your shot

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Yes, you def can land one outside B4.

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Shoot your shot! You never know what’s out there and what opps you will land if you never try. It’s 100% worth the try and see what happens, they may have the minimum requirements but if you can get past the screening interview then you can kill it during the interviews and land the job. Wishing you all the best! You got this 🫶🏽

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Unless it's some gov job, you can think of most requirements as suggestions

5-6 years Min unless it’s a small company

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Yes absolutely and I wouldn't bother jumping from a mid senior to anything except manager

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