Is it really difficult to find another job if you’re unemployed? Even with a few years of big 4 experience?

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Not very difficult but most places want to know why you are unemployed. It’s usually a red flag.

I was laid off 2 years ago at age 24 and it took me 6 months to find a job in PA. But I think you’ll be fine since you’re big 4 and/or a cpa.

I went almost two years without a permanent position after being let go from a smaller firm. Granted, I was fired for "not performing to expectations" and I haven't finished the exams nearly 3.5 years post graduation.

I may have just hit a severe string of bad luck, but I would prepare a somewhat long haul.

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