I receive an offer for an industry role (same level as I am right now - manager), but the base salary is lower by 15% (lower of the range). They also have some other compensation (restricted units etc), which we don’t have on PA, but those are not in my control so base salary is still important for me.

I plan to negotiate for the middle range, but curious what pay cut people are willing to take. The commute and WLB should be better than PA. Thank you in advance

Why is gentrification portrayed as bad?

I’ve been thinking about looking for a new job, but given everything going on with the Coronavirus and layoffs, it doesn’t seem like this is a good time to start looking. What do others think?

Hello Fishes, can anyone please confirm if any further interview round happens in Larsen & Toubro Infotech post HR asking urgent needed documents and HR discussion (for Specialist - Data Engineering position) ?

Docs provided, HR discussion happened and now they telling anothr client round is there? And I'm confused if it isn't the stage where they should release offer letter?
Any ideas Fishes?

What is a good salary for a non-tech client-facing director role at a Series B company?

Hi All,
It's been two months I joined in virtusa and got assigned to jp Morgan client project and now after completing the first task manager is saying since they have budget constraints I have to change another project and give interview for that.
Why at the first place they hired for this project?

Trump hasn't answered questions from the press in two weeks.

Do you guys think he is hiding in the bunker again?

Wondering if I should look into anxiety meds (or if I’m just a baby and need to get used to this life).

Have you tried any? Did it help? Affect your productivity? Which ones? tya!

hi fishes

I had applied for the role of business analyst and have cleared one on-line assessment WHT could be the next stages any idea

If you left public accounting for an industry job, what kind of industry job did you take? What kind of company did you go to? Do you feel like your work is more meaningful/fulfilling?

Which one is better PwC India or Techm.

Looking for an opportunity to work in the logistics/shipping industry as an executive in Singapore.

May I request for help . Currently a diploma holder and will upgrade myself with a part time supply chain degree, enrolling in January.

Many thanks.

Planning my 30th birthday trip (April 2021) and considering either going to Abu Dhabi or Buenos Aires for a week. 5 star accommodations in both cities, flight and hotel combined come out to the same for both. Never been to either. Opinions?

Hello All,

I have 1year and 7 month of work ex at Deloitte Consulting USI. Have cleared SAP icertify examination of Deloitte and have worked into SAP project management.

Also have an handson experiemce with Microsoft prohects, Octane, HP ALM.

I am eagerly looking for a switch. Please help me with the same.

Thanks in Advance

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.

Is it possible to transfer from Risk Assurance to Tax as a senior and keep your title? I have my CPA and one year exp in audit and tax

If you left public accounting for an industry job, what kind of industry job did you take? What kind of company did you go to? Do you feel like your work is more meaningful/fulfilling?

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

Dumb questions but genuinely curious:

1) Let’s say you’re a recent undergrad candidate with no internships on your resume. What’s the deciding factor that you’re qualified for Advisory vs Tax vs Audit? Is it school, gpa, etc.?

2) Why can’t you switch from Tax to another SL without having to pull strings? I understand that there’s a difference in tax vs book experience but why does the Accounting field gatekeep other SLs? It’s not like we’re incapable of learning other areas.

What would you choose and why? Core Tax, SALT, or International

How long did it take before you learned to just embrace the craziness?

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

Anyone have their CFE? Just wondering what you have done or plan to do with it and what the test was like.

Made it through another day of the Hunger Games!

I joined EY in January. Had no work all of January, but was busy for February and some of March. I have been unassigned for about 4 weeks now, sending availability emails to all of the service lines we are allowed to reach out to for work. I should not have come here 🤦🏼‍♂️ I know it’s nice to have some down-time, but when every day is staring at a computer, the days are SO long.

I have one more thing that has to go out tonight and Outlook won't connect. Computer may be meeting my gun tonight

Any ACCA students register for an exam using the new website? No combo of dates or locations ever works under 'Add Exam'.

Anyone hear talks of layoffs in Advisory? I know my office is laying off Assurance and BTS (Tax) staff but haven't heard much of Advisory yet.

Do a lot of seniors in the advisory groups work weekends? I am coming from a group that has busy seasons sometimes we don't get a day off for a few weeks before the deadline. 80-100 hour weeks for me.

At what point do you folks just give up on working through an excel problem? I swear I could have saved time adding everything individually, but it would be a blow to my excel ego.

When is the best time to leave and go to another big4? I am at PwC and I knew the reputation they had and Some people said It may not be for me because of it. Ive been here a year and I feel as there right. My busy season is starting and I want to leave (not just because of my team) but as some of you may know getting along with the people you work with is a big part of wanting to stay at your job. I want to try to quit end of December and hoping to start a new position February.

Just over 6 years in B4 financial services tax in PNW area. Mostly doing compliance work pumping out K1s and returns. Just got an industry offer at 155k 15% bonus and 100k equity (4year vesting). Fully remote position with occasional travel. Should I accept? I know it's a long shot but deep down I always had an ambition to pursue PA to see if I can make a partner. Please share your experience.

What are some good investing books you'd recommend?