If you quit Big 4 (audit or tax) after 1-3 years, how did you feel after the decision? Where are you now? Is the grass greener on the other side?Deloitte EY PwC KPMG

I’m in my 2nd year in audit. I want to pivot into management consulting within a big 4 or MBB. Has anyone seen someone make this lateral movement? I’m not sure how feasible that is and what steps to take. I’m also down to discuss further with whoever is comfortable in connecting.

What are the average age brackets at Big 4 to be a Con, Senior Con, Manager, Senior Manager, Director, Partner? Keen for people’s perspectives.

Hello, I am currently having 6 years of experience in US Taxation in Partnership(1065) Federal. Currently I am in the position of Assistant manager, I have cracked the interview of a few Big 4 companies.
Whats the Fixed CTC should I ask for?

Results of my survey are in!!! The professions that pay the most are the following.

Big tech firms:
Big law:
I-banking:
Management consulting: l
Advisory at Big 4:
Doctor:
Quant at hedge fund
Fundamental analyst at hedge fund:

Thoughts?

Is oracle better than the Big 4 organization in terms of working environment and work life balance?

Tried to jump to a big 4 as a senior 2 in risk assurance . SF market - offered 93k base and 15k bonus. Is this worth?

How many overtime hours pay did you all receive as an analyst? In my offer, it stated I will be eligible to receive overtime pay as a CDP analyst so how much more $$$ is that for the year? 3k? 5k? Etc
I’m currently deciding between Accenture and big 4 right now.

Looking for advice. I have a few offers in negotiations for Senior IT audit role. My main motive is to get out of toxic work culture in B4 consulting and public accounting. Looking for better wlb, better work culture and decent compensation to make good living. Currently in TX making around 110K TC.

1. Children’s Place: Base-110K . Probable bonus of 3-5%. No relocation assistance or sign on bonus. Based in NJ. Location is closer to all my friends and family
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I’m interested in transitioning out of big 4 compliance monitoring/internal audit into the cannabis industry. I’m burned out of the 60 hour work week and dream about marrying my background with my passion for cannabis 😉. Any of you aware of remote roles in the industry for my background? I’m chasing 🦄

Experienced hires who have recently joined Big 4, how rough has the transition been?

Big 4 post-MBA consultants - did y’all see a marked improvement in exit opps after you made manager? This is assuming you were in big4 strategy at the senior associate/senior consultant level right out of B-school. Thanks!

Hi guys :) Glad to join fishbowl and this community. Guys I have an offer of 14.41 ctc from a big 4 (11 is fixed).
Technology-Microsoft Dynamics 365(I am a functional consultant in SCM and HR; Relevant exp: 3 yrs & Total exp: 4 yrs).
My interviews in IBM are done and I am waiting for the salary discussion with HR.
What is the likely offer that I am going to get? Any idea? (My expectation is 16.5 lpa ctc). I will adjust my expectations as per replies here.
Any response is highly appreciated :)

Let's post salaries, I'll go first senior 2 ITS 83k big 4

Hi guys,

How's ZS Risk and IT compliance team ? How is the work life balance and work culture?

How much can I ask for ?

Currently working in a Big 4 having 2.5 years of work experience.

Current CTC : 6LPA

Any update on this front is highly appreciated.

Hi everyone! I’m a recruiter in search of associate - senior manager level tax professionals across the US that would be interested in working at a big 4 client. If you or someone you know is looking to make a move, I would love to talk with you!

I was on a partner/manager call today and they were discussing the “high” turnover at the senior and experienced associate level. What was shocking is that while ours is about double normal, evidently we are 3 out of 4 in turnover meaning 2 of the Big 4 are even higher.

Planning to apply in Fall 2020, taking the GMAT in March.
4 YOE at Big 4 (2 years audit, 2 years strategy) what can I do between now and August to bolster my resume and application?

Curious the pay difference between SAP and partner consulting firms. What can a S4 HANA cloud or OnPrem consultant expect to get paid at a place like EY or another big 4 firm with 3-5 years of experience in PMO/Functional Consulting roles with an MBA?

How is Big 4 cybersecurity client experience + actual credible technical experience/background viewed when interviewing with Microsoft?

What’s the rank hierarchy like in IBM? Where would an “Associate Partner” sit in comparison to a big 4 consulting firm? Got an offer I am evaluating

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Whenever i have a big deadline, my body goes into a panic mode where my energy immediately goes to figuring out how I’ll get something done well and on time. Outwardly, I don’t seem stressed so no one notices but actually I usually feel like I have a cold: fatigue, headache, sore throat, sinus infection. When a task is done, i stop feeling like crap. It’s been like this since law school. Any tips on managing stress or moving towards doing good work without my body shutting down lol?

Hey fishes,
Is there any openings for Audit Associate in KPMG ?! If yes, plz help me.

What's the salary range for D2 - Program Manager position in CG??

Will be in amsterdam october 11-13, anyone else there?

Query regarding Capgemini offer.

Is it explicitly mentioned for everyone that we have to work from office -the base location. And also report 8:30 am at location office.

TIA for your answers

Anyone hiring producers?

I’m looking to make the move from Detroit to Grand Rapids. Does anyone know of any agencies hiring writers out there?

How do you take care of your dog if you travel for work with your dog? Does your dog get enough exercises when you’re in travel? If it’s possible, I would like to know everything.

What is average salary appraisal percentage in Nagarro?
For:
1. Exceeds expectations
2. Meets expectations
3. Below expectations

Hi Guys,
I may have a better offer which could be shared only next week as approvals are in process , which offers me wfh option and a little better package and my joining in the next company LTI is on 8th Nov, I am unable to push the joining date to buy some time as HR denied on the same , please suggest me how should I tackle this situation as I’m more interested to join the one giving WFH ? Need inputs asap as I have to take a call today.

Has anyone ever messed up at a company party because of alcohol?

Creatives, how do you show your pharma work on your portfolio? Under a password protected page? Emailed pdf? In person only?

How do you know when you did a hard days work instead of thinking you did but you were actually lazy?

If I’m getting dragged heavily for my performance and am completely overloaded with work, is it best to start looking for another job? I suspect I might get PIP’d this summer unless our abysmal staffing issues prevent that.

Should I get the Apple Watch 6 or wait to see if they announce an Apple Watch 7 later this year?

Does anyone know what the starting salaries for Tax Associates and Technology Risk Consultants are within EY? I’m interested in joining on of these two positions but I’m unsure of salaries. TIA!

I want to break my lease. Do you think it will be hard to find someone to take over the lease with all that is going on?

In the market for an SUV but looking to spend no more than $350 a month for lease. Anyone have recommendations?

The partner in charge of my office had a nearly hour long conversation Tuesday with our new hire, behind closed doors. I didn’t hear yelling, but the bits I heard weren’t good. Will he be fired?

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

I feel like so much of my job is planning and scheduling that I have 0% left to plan and schedule my personal life. Is that normal? Do I need a Microsoft to do list for normal life 😣

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

26 y/o JD, CPA, CFP --- what are my odds landing a career with the FBI?

Recently started with a new company. What do I do with my HSA account from my previous employer? The brokerage used for the HsA is a prohibited entity at the new company, and my personal brokerage doesn’t support HSA accounts.

What has attrition been like for new hires at your office? Been hearing some pretty bad numbers from some of our larger offices.

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!

Historically, how similar have the Sims on the AICPA practice exam for FAR been to the actual exam?

What's your ideal PTO? Activity and length of time off?

Made it through another day of the Hunger Games!

Estimated tax payment question:
I converted $30k of rollover 401k into a Roth IRA and have $26k of realized ST Capital Gains this year (Roth conversion in end of Q1 and most capital gains in Q2).
My total federal withholding tax last year was approximately $12k and this year I will have 40% more in reported income on my employer W2 and anticipate higher that $12k federal withholding for my new job. Given this, what is the best way to go about making est. tax payments for the income (continued.)

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.

Do you ever stop and realize what you're doing/earning is more than you ever thought realistic for yourself?