I’m a second-year Senior Associate in audit making $72k, and I found out that new hires are coming in at $70k. I started at $62k two years ago, so these new staff are starting at almost exactly what I make as a second-year. Is anyone else seeing this at their firm? It feels crazy that the gap has narrowed this fast.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

This is also why people change companies more now than ever before because a change gets you to market rate where staying usually means minimal increases.

like

It be like that

like

You’re an A2 or a S2? If A2 that’s normal. If S2, I’d demand a raise or quit.

like

I've heard this story more times than I can count in my 20 years in public accounting. That's just how it goes. I'm sure the seniors felt the same way when you were hired.

like

“Wage compression”

like

Most mid to large companies evaluate wage compression so if new hire salaries increase they give other levels a raise so that staff don’t make more then a senior.

And you need to confirm if you’re a 2nd year or 2nd year senior (meaning you have 4-5 years experience). If senior sounds like your underpaid to begin with but if 2nd year associate normally years experience at the same level is only a few grand difference. Reality is once they are trained they will be doing the same work as you are doing.

helpful

Not all of the change can be attributed to inflation but that does factor into the increase at least a little bit.

You should want new hires to make as much as possible because you will be making more than them. When there is a market adjustment (two years ago you said the starting salary at your firm was $62k and now it’s $70k) it causes compression but all the other salaries are increased so that existing staff make more than the new staff.

Related Posts

Best HYSA with a good account opening bonus?

Has anyone moved from B4 to a startup biotech? Position seems really interesting but overall seems risky. They’ve only had a Series A financing

like

Hi friends,
Am looking for a referral for Data analyst role.
Am currently working as a Data research analyst with 3+ years of experience. Trying to get a proper data analytics role.
Have experience in data analysis, data research, data collection, data quality analysis, Excel, and basic skills in python, MySQL, powerbi, ETL, numpy, pandas, matplotlib, seaborn.
If anyone can refer it be helpful

like

Hello Fishes,

Anyone here as VP or AVP in barclays...I've came across with one very suitable opening with barclays... Can anyone reffer me please?

like

Sometimes people ask why I love being an engineer. I always say that technological innovation is amazing! If we can use technology to make our lives easier, then why not?

like

Hi folks!

I have been selected for senior engineer role at nagarro. I was hired for Full stack role (MEAN Stack). My joining is next month - Nov. I have no friends here and I don't know how is the culture and WLB at Nagarro. Please help me out. Also I have been reading many -ve comments regarding bench and firing. Is it true? Should I still look out for better ?

In short - I am very confused and nervous.

like

My AD told me he's jealous I can write and wishes he can write. He said drawing is easy and anyone can do it. I don't think writing is easy but I think anyone can do it. What do you think?

like

My least favorite reason to be working into Saturday evening is because the partner is not good at their job.

11am: you do B, C, D and I'll handle A. 6pm: please go ahead and get started on A.

likefunny

Doing a federal clerkship and thinking of my options after. Anyone in NJ/NY/PA biglaw lit group with collegial and pleasant work environment? I do not care about billable requirements/workload, just salary and don’t want to be treated like shit.

like

Hey Fishes,

Joined LTI recently in P3 band. However not allocated any project. Got a call from the resource management team to relocate, which I rejected upfront as I was promised a role in the location I am posted. It has been over 2 weeks since I am in bench. What shall be the next steps, shall I wait for some days or start looking for other jobs as getting a project looks difficult as there are minimalist responses.

like

Can someone refer one of my friend at Genpact Uppal Hyderabad??
Profile : senior recruiter.
Exp : 6.5

like

I am looking to transition to an IT role from clinical.
What is the salary range for an EMR analyst at children’s Health Dallas?

like

For those who have passed the CIPM exam, what is it like (and how does it compare to the CIPP/US exam)?

is BCG hiring a experience hire class of associates in march?

like

If I start a full-time position as a Product Engineer, what salary should I expect within the Metro-Detroit Area?

like
like

Any PwC manufacturing folks here (Reliability/Maintenance or Prod Development). Looking for referral and also some advise on level (Mgr v Sr Mgr).

like

Is it illegal to tell someone to get out of your car if your in a national park at night? What if the person made you feel unsafe and you wanted them out of your car, even though the location was a bit dangerous (ex Yellowstone, Smoky Mountains)?

funnylike

If anyone is looking to work for Stryker DM me. Can give more info and potential referrals.

like

Am I the 1st post here :)

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal