I started public accounting at a big4 this past January, right before everyone started wfh. I’ve had very messy clients and back to back to back year ends... I’m really feeling the burnout and don’t know how much longer I can last. I have two back to back busy seasons coming up again in January and April but after that I think I’ll be looking for other jobs...I know my issues may seem trivial compared to a seniors workload but I want to know what my options are if I have < 2 years exp.

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Today was my last day at PwC after a a year & 3 months. I was miserable too. I got a job with the IRS where I’ll be working 40 hours a week. There is no right time to leave- leave when you find a job you want.

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I left pwc after 11 months for a senior accountant role with 40% pay bump. Get busy interviewing!!!

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Do you feel prepared for a senior accountant role after less than a year of experience?

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Speak up! Talk to your manager and let them know you are overworked. You have nothing to lose. If they don't listen then quit on your terms and find something better. Audit can be a hit or miss situation depending on what clients you get.

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It’s actually a pretty common thing to be assigned multiple year ends as a new hire. I’m a January start too and have been through 6 already. Try to talk to seniors or managers you’ve enjoyed working with in the past and see if they’ll staff you on interim work next year.

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No it’s not. I can guarantee you back in 2015/2016 this was not normal.

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