Is it possible to go from big 4 audit to Alvarez & Marsal FDD or will I have to go into big 4 FDD in between?

I’m interested in learning about people’s paths to working in the industry - have most people done law adjacent jobs to get to where they are today? Thanks in advance!

Hi Fishes,

I am thinking to diverting my career towards freelancing in accounting.
For that I have to resign from my current job in Pwc. I am thinking of starting a job as accountant and work as a freelancer as part-time.

Any thoughts or advice?

Is an Associates in Human Resource worth it? What are some tips for climbing the corporate ladder ? 🙂

I have 4.5 yrs of work ex and joining as ACON at KPMG. Will I get promoted to CON in next cycle i.e October 2023 or so I have to wait until October 2024?

Leaving for industry for a large pay bump. Don’t want to go back to PA. After you leave, how do you: 1) stay current on skills? 2) continue to achieve pay increases? 3) get guidance on regulation when you don’t have firm guidance?

I am looking to get into UX/UI. I am a recent graduate (graphic design) but have just been exposed to UX so I am taking classes. Does anyone have any tips or advice for someone just starting out in UX

Any tips for someone trying to pivot into product management from Property Management ?

Advice for trying to go in house or client side? Recruiters don’t have many of these positions...

Does someone here work at RBC in the Enterprise strategy and transformation team? It looks like a solid team and would love to hear more about it

PwC CMAAS or KPMG FDD? I have no idea what to pick, just sick of audit.

Is FAAS under assurance or advisory under EY. What the difference between FAAS and Start&Transactions. New at the firm so trying to learn the differences

Does the size of the deals you work on impact your exit opps? I'm considering a role at an MM firm (non-PA firm) and they mentioned the deals are usually in the $200M area of size, which I realize is smaller than big 4 deals

I see lot of posts on hike and performance bonus.. Performance bonus is your variable pay right? Does big 4 really pay more than 100% variable pay!?

I have offer from Deloitte USI and KPMG global services. I am planning to join KPMG.. does KGS also pay good hike amd more than 100% performance bonus like deloitte?

Does B4 let people go the same day as their resignation only if they’re going to a direct competitor? How about MBB or a tier 2 consulting firm?

Have people been let go immediately in case they go to FAANG or other industry firms?

What is the experience required to become senior manager in US taxation

Where/ how can I learn Azure?

Is it possible to break into Investment Management post MBA coming from MBB?

Hello Friends, Please help me out which paid online platform is best for java full stack developer. I have 7 years of experience in java and want to enhance my skills more. There are many in markets like:- upgrade, great learning, scaler, simplilearn and many more. Please suggest which one is best. Or anyone here joining any of these platforms yet?

ISSP cert: Is it well-recognized? Does it provide a good foundation for knowledge? Has it helped you in your job search and career? Is it worth it?

Anyone know who did the 30 seconds to Mars campaign?

Are certs from Harvard Extension School worth the cost? Disregarding the intangible value “Harvard” brings on ur linked in profile?

Are any bankruptcy lawyers having to do work outside their practice area during these times? I have zero partner supervision and don’t know how to do like diligence for finance deals..

Looking to get my first piece of designer jewelry, very entry level and thinking around $2000 for budget, any recs?

I’ve been eyeing the Bvlgari Divas, Dior Rose Des Vents, Cartier Amulette. TYIA!

Looking for a small pouch with strap/wristlet that I can keep in my work bag to help organize that bag but also can carry separately when I need to do things around the office and carry just my phone/small wallet/access card. Budget is approx 1K - any recs? Thanks!

Hey Fishes, I feel the RTO policy in not getting enforced rather it is getting imposed it seems (in ZS across offices). Suddenly from being employee centric they have shifted their focus to ZS culture and values. Let the thoughts pour in!

Anyone in the hospitals seeing the increase in monkey pox? How are y’all doing? You are not alone.

How difficult is it to get an onsite job with only 2 years of experience?
Tech Stack: .net, javascript

my urine stream has become weaker than before, it takes time to start, is it start of any issue.

Hello Fishes,

I want to do SAP BODS 4.2 certification, will Accenture reimburse the exam fees for this external certification?

Thanks in advance.

My lease is up in the coming months on my current vehicle. Wanting to upgrade to a Tesla Model 3. Will be able to put down around $10,000 down payment(don’t have enough saved to pay for it all in cash, and need a vehicle). Don’t really want to lease and thinking I want to buy new, but would be interested in hearing about people’s thoughts on buying used? Or other thoughts around the needing a vehicle but not having enough to buy it all in cash?

Moving to Seattle soon. I could use dates or friends 😅

does ACN increase salary on a yearly basis atleast for inflation ? I have heard they dont. Also if you being brought in at 12 months level will the salary increase for 24 months, 36 months etc ?

Why is Barclays the best organization to work with?

I have been hearing a lot that Barclays is one of the best organization to work for but no one is actually helping me in what terms it is better then other organization's. Can someone please share their thoughts here

No joining bonus for early joiners
No WFH set-up cost for new joiners
The organization does provide chair/monitor/mouse/keyboard for WFH ease but then we have to return it while leaving organization.

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Hi Fishes ,

having three offer confused to decide .
having 7.8 years of exp in informatica ,sql
CTC-15.15
IBM - 18.5 fixed
Capgemini -20 fixed
UBS- 21 fixed but location for capgemini and UBS is pune
I want to stay in gurgaon.
Please help me on this

What isit like to live in auckland NZ, what salary range would give you good access to a decent standard of living if you have no family

Looking to get an Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti sometime this year. Brand new the MSRP is about 45K and despite the reputation of the old Alfa Romeo’s from the 90’s these seem to be night and day more reliable. Would you recommend buying new, leasing new, or buying used? If I bought used it would be anywhere from 2019-2021

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.

I'll probably get shit for this. But please explain to me the purpose of letting women off the elevator first. Half of the time it's ridiculously inconvenient.

What are some good investing books you'd recommend?

FAANG is now MAMAA (Meta, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon and Alphabet)…Whoa Mama! As if there weren’t enough acronyms in our lives. Happy Friday All!!!

What firms in the Philippinesis advisable to apply for a consulting position? kindly provide me an answer

Leaving PA for my dream school next year for a career pivot. However still have awhile before I can leave (there’s no reason to forgo a paycheck for even longer than I already have to…). I have no idea how I’ll make it through busy season without quitting on the spot 😩

I did audit in 2 hours for the whole exam did I fail ...

Don’t @ me, Lois was the protagonist of Malcolm in the middle and those children were vicious little sociopaths

Boomerangs, did you guys come back to a different firm and/or group after your industry detour? How hard was it?

Does anyone have experience or know of someone who went on a FWA (part-time) but didn't have kids? I'm unmarried and no kids but considering a move to 30 or so hrs/week for my sanity.

Is it bad to be over-utilized? I just did the math and I could charge zero hours this week and take a 3 week vacation after and still be 100% utilized? Is that abnormal?

Hey guys!!! I have an interview with BDO for an audit role in the DC area. Any suggestions/ advice/ things to work on specifically? Wish me luck!

Nervous to make industry jump bc I’m not an excel wiz. Obviously depends on the role but curious if anyone else in a similar situation?

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

Anyone work for Schellman in the NY metro area. Want to know what’s it’s like in terms of work load, client base and travel. Thanks!

Highest number of billable hours you have seen in a year?

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

Halloween is all about dressing up as something you're not, so I dressed up as a happy accountant with an engaging and fulfilling career. What are you all dressed up as?

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