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There is no firm wide mandate. Certain offices/practices/engagement teams may mandate some days in the office. In my office/practice, I know teams coming in 0 days a week all the way to 6 currently so it’s really dependent on who you work with.
Lucky, in NYC you are expected (at least for Tax staff) to come into office 50% of the time.
Don’t let them sell you on the ESOP
BDO4, I don’t understand the low pay increases and 11% interest on $2B loan? It makes sense if you stay for 15 years but most people will never get fully vested so it’s not a part of the comp package that you can take into account when looking at the offer
Culture is decent and I guess technology is on par with other mid size but behind big four. But they are emphasizing on investing in technology
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Depends on office and service line but expect 2-3 days a week in the office (which is good for an associate trying to learn). Technology is good not great, culture REALLY depends on office. A lot of great ones out there, some rough spots too. People bash the ESOP but it’s a good thing
Culture has taken a turn for the worse due to Apollo. I have many friends, I started off at Big 4 with, now at BDO currently interviewing with other firms. They tell me they are very unhappy at management. Stay clear from drinking their kool aid and try your best for big 4.