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After a final interview, how many days after can I expect an answer from the recruiter?

At the end of the interview, the person told me I passed the interview and they were going to talk to the Director who’s a level under them. It’s a yes for them and they’re happy to work with me.

I also sent my references. I don’t know when I can expect an reply. Recruiters from that company aren’t really organised

Hi, M - 25 here looking to get into the dating scene. Just moved from Michigan, feel free to reach out!

Which language is the best to learn for the future for the backend ? Java or Python ?

I am a NodeJS Engineer. I want to know which language to learn for the next 10-20 years.

I should be able to use the language multidimensionally. Like web development, ai/ml, offers jobs in MAANGM companies .

Just got let go and my manager said part of it was because I was looking for other jobs. I didn't look for other jobs at work, so I'm not sure how they could have known that unless a coworker snitched on me. Is it worth it to try and find out who or should I just leave it? Can't deny that I'm seriously pissed off about it.

Anybody work with Federal Advisory Partners? I have a potential opportunity with them and am wondering if it’s worth making the move from government. Thanks!

hi fishes,

does anyone have the consulting corporate travel policy of their big 4 firm handy? can you please share? i want to switch from EY to others and looking for where I can be at more comfort with the extensive travel.

Car collision repair shop recommendations? No idea where to start. 🫠

I feel like we're affected more than anyone else (except maybe history teachers) by the censorship and critical theory debate. Dealing with books coming on and off the banned list and angry parent emails over curriculum I don't have control over was especially frustrating this year. What are your tips for avoiding the conflict and teaching the facts without getting dragged into a political debate?

What are some of your recos for the best comms/PR books and sites to learn more deeply and further your knowledge in your role?

Feeling burnt out and unmotivated with agency life. Throughout the past year I’ve been added to a variety of “problem accounts” with challenging, disorganized and rude client contacts. Since then, it feels my teams have dwindled and I’ve been left to pick up the pieces / manage it all. I’m struggling to feel inspired and am starting to dread my work. Any tips for how to initiate account changes without sounding whiny? Or - any tips in general?

I’m back for my final verdict: Audi Q5 vs Audi Q3 vs BMW X3? Can you rate this in order of preference please? Thanks!

Tech startup or big tech company? And why?

Anyone else been impacted by the teacher strikes?

Hi Fishes,

Is there a minimum tenure that one has to serve in ZS to ask for office transfers? (within India)

And how often do they get accepted and the general sentiment by the management when one asks for it?

Assuming that my team works from Pune (and i like the job scope) but would like to relocate to Bangalore office (hometown) once the team stabilizes and processes are in place.

Would love to talk with you on DMs if you have any experience similar to this.

TIA!

Anyone got insights on IBM Security? Areas of expertise? QoL? Pay, etc.

Anyone joined top social clubs (i.e. Zero Bond, Norwood, Metropolitan)? Why were you accepted in & did it meet your expectations?

Any M&A tax practices out there that will allow remote/mostly remote work in the future? Where?

What are the best finance conferences in the US?

Does EY pay for the CFE exam and Review course?

how is the Alvarez & Marsal public sector practice? any insight would be helpful!

AirPods for valentines.. too much?

Would love referral for B4 or PA in Chicago? Industry and Internal Audit exp here, CPA.

When negotiating salary, what would be a good ask for tax Asset Management SM salary + signing bonus MCOL?

Looking for a secondment within the big 4 to California, does anyone know of any opportunities?

How much does a big 4 marketing director make in the Bay Area?

Are private companies easier to work at than public companies in accounting? We have such an accelerated close deadline at the publicly traded company I’m at now, I really hate the inflexible tight deadlines and analysis seems to drag on forever after that. We also close AP/AR very early in the month yet that doesn’t stop payments/receipts from happening so we’re constantly adjusting our accruals until the end of month. Do private companies start their close after the month actually ends?

I am WAY TOO nice to be in public accounting….

Advice for someone having to audit in an arm sling the next three weeks?

I left PA earlier this year for a manager level financial reporting role. It was a lateral move but would’ve been up for senior manager promo in July had I stayed in PA. I was approached with another opportunity as Sr Manager Financial Reporting at a public company for $150k and 20% bonus with a clear path to director in time. 8 YOE and live in FL. I’m trying to get an idea if this is in line with market. TIA!

Are therapists typically blunt? I just started seeing one and she made me feel uncomfortable. I wasn’t expecting her to be harsh and negative in her assessment of me.

Is CMA worth getting after getting the CPA? Or is it better to get the CFA. Also don’t have much finance background so I don’t know if I can pass the CFA will require a lot of hard work. Interesting in hearing people’s thoughts.

I have no plans in leaving PA anytime soon but I figure maybe I should look into another certification that holds value and makes me more marketable compared to my peers. Appreciate any thoughts and advice.

- Also considering going to a t14 MBA in future.

What are exit opportunities for people in TAS? Is it much more limited than audit exit opportunities?

Got hired 3 years ago- newly created staff accountant role with the plan that it’ll go into a senior and then manager role. 1.5 years in I get a title promotion to senior, told I’ll get more duties, start supervising AP, and get monetary promotion to match next year. Got way more work, but nothing else promised within that year. Told next money bump would be manager role (no raise for senior still) and I need to take on more and start supervising AP. Again, seeing nothing…time to leave?

Made it through another day of the Hunger Games!

I am a Staff II in tax and am looking to go into consulting or finance. I have experience in finance and like the idea of switching. I like where I work, but have realized that I don't necessarily enjoy tax. I want to keep my options open and feel that tax doesn't necessarily give me the capacity to explore opportunities besides tax due to the fact that is it such specialized knowledge. Does anyone have any stories/ideas about moving to consulting or finance? Or is one preferred over the other?

Can anyone share recent sign on bonus trends among big 4 firms for experienced senior audit hires?

Is the Supervisor role at RSM equivalent to the Senior role or the Manager role at traditional firms?

common staff one mistakes?