Looking for advice on certifications, which is better to take 1st, CFE or CFCS or CAMS?

Question for the group. I am an experienced individual currently searching to get out of private and into public. I am a CFE and Certified Technology Business Management Executive (CTBME) with an MBA and am scheduled to take AUD of CPA on May 13th. Am I barking up the wrong career tree to try to exchange an extensive and diverse career into what appears to be specialization within public? I really enjoy project work as the monthly grind has worn very, very thin. Opinions?

If anyone wants to study for the CFE but doesn’t want to pay the full price for the study materials and would be interested to split it, please DM me

Rising audit senior thinking of pivoting to forensics. Not sure if I want to stay at EY, but should I wait to get any forensics certification until I make the switch? Also, is it better to have a CFE vs. CFF? I already have my CPA

Should I apply for a job KPMG forensics(associate level) after 2 years audit experience? Have CPA but not CFE. Thoughts?

Considering going for the CFE. What was your study plan for it and how long did it take?

Anyone else taking the CFE and can give insight to whether the actual test was the same questions from the review/practice questions? Any study tips? FYI they are also changing their proctoring system in July. Thank you!

If anyone wants to study for the CFE but doesn’t want to pay the full price for the study materials and would be interested to split it, please DM me

Are you required to have your CPA in forensic and Investigations? I stalked some people on LinkedIn and saw a few senior , manger & director with accounting degree but only has CFE . Was wondering maybe they just didn’t put their CPA there. Any insight on this group will be helpful thanks

Tips on studying for the CFE?

2 questions:

1. Amongst all the big PA firms, who has the strongest forensic service line?

2. CAMS or CFE or CFF?(already a CPA).

Thank you!

Anyone work at PwC in forensic accounting or fraud investigation type roles? How does someone make connections in that area. Would love to offer to help out on even mundane task to build experience and earn hours for the CFE exam.

Anyone volunteering with the upcoming CFE exam this week?

Anyone have their CFE? Just wondering what you have done or plan to do with it and what the test was like.

How hard is the CFE exam? Worth the price?

Advice on how to start CFE? I gotta become a member first, but then what? And approximately how long did it take to study for while working?

*Financial Services forensics/AML/Sanctions/etc Consultants* what certifications (beyond CAMS and CFE) do you have/are you thinking about getting?

Can anyone provide some guidance to taking the CFE? As in which membership option to choose from followed by when exactly can we take the exam, if the entire amount is reimbursed or not? Just a generic timeline and additional required info. Don’t want to sign up yet if the exam dates are not flexible. Thank you.

I am looking for opportunities in Forensic audit and related roles at Bangalore location.

I have experience in investigation for around 3 years. Industries served E-Commerce, Banks, Manufacturing.

I am a CA, CFE and CS.

I work for the US’ largest concierge healthcare company and although Covid-19 has been devastating for so many, our company constantly raves about our (recent) success and how business is booming. They have given no additional bonuses or raises to employees. My new direct report was just hired 4 weeks ago and has a large salary than I do. What’s the best way to address this was my manager as the frustration is next level and with inflation the way it is I am now struggling to get by.

É possível ser gerente em uma MBB e trabalhar menos de 55h semanais? {em +- 80% das semanas, claro que sempre terão exceções)

2.5 more days until I can officially put ID behind me to go back plaintiff- side. I’m not opposed to defense work in the future but ins defense? No way.

My thought on STEPN token ?

Random question, has the govt shutdown affected anyone’s work/business?

Anyone have a trust worthy AD in New York? Pls and thank you 🙏

Hi there, starting new in private practice. My job requires billable hours. Anyone know where I can find a list of terms and descriptions I can use when I am billing clients? TIA

I’ve been working at my job for nearly 2 years and I still feel like I’m getting the short end of the stick with billable work. For example, I’m constantly doing data entry even though I have a masters degree in economics. My bosses already know that I’m frustrated with the lack of opportunity but they say there’s nothing they can do, is it time to look for a new job?

Which is better among OpenText and ThoughtSpot?

Currently looking to get back into the Job Market after a layoff in May. I have Been consulting on temp basic but looking to get back into employment full time. I have about 20 years of experience in Technology Infrastructure, Security, Cloud, and Fintech solutions. Any pointers will be welcome. I am seeking, remote, and location-based Jobs. I am open to working in the African Region or in the United States (I don't require any visa assistance)

I have a friend that fears their work-life balance in the field. How have you cultivated a work-life balance as an engineer?

Any advice on how to communicate with a team who’s too busy and you’re still new to FDD (4-5 months in) ? Communication is just summarized into to do lists by email, ask to get it done and provide updates. But I have so many questions when I go through tasks, as I’m still learning how to do my job… ?! And if I make mistakes after they review, they just provide negative feedback.

New Here. Series 6/63/65 licensed. I'm building a financial planning/retirement planning business around managed money. Would there be a benefit to me getting a Series 7 license?

I’m planning to get some AWS certs- anyone have recommendations on courses?

Real estate is hard enough, it gets worse when your partner tells you they wish they had your properties. For some reason it felt like a threat to get me fired.

Is it me or does it seem like every guy has a “dirty Twitter” account these days? Either to post their nudes or semi nude pics or to follow porn stars or other guys showing off their goods… I feel like I’m the oddball here by not having one.

How do you deal with sweets/junk food and your kids? Mine eat healthy/unprocessed foods for their main meals, but my husband has no qualms giving them sweets every night for dessert- a little ice cream, a few chocolate chips, some fruit chews, etc. I feel like there is a lot of pressure to not allow your kids to eat anything “bad” but it’s hard to constantly fight. My husband and I both grew up eating tons of junk food...

Belltown vs SLU vs Capitol Hill? Moving to Seattle and haven't had an opportunity to properly evaluated the neighborhoods so curious what the pros and cons for each are

After working in forensics for a big4 company, what are the future career options outside of the big4? And for everyone that already has transitioned, how do you like your job now in comparison to big4 before?

Should I apply for a job KPMG forensics(associate level) after 2 years audit experience? Have CPA but not CFE. Thoughts?

Considering going for the CFE. What was your study plan for it and how long did it take?

Anyone else taking the CFE and can give insight to whether the actual test was the same questions from the review/practice questions? Any study tips? FYI they are also changing their proctoring system in July. Thank you!

If anyone wants to study for the CFE but doesn’t want to pay the full price for the study materials and would be interested to split it, please DM me

Can someone give me some insight on the CAMS prep process and exam? Time frame, rigor etc?

Looking at going to a smaller consulting firm for litigation valuation and forensic accounting. Salaried position. Can someone explain to me billable hours though and how that comes into play when you have a set yearly salary?

Are there any good exit opportunities for people focusing on disputes?

How does a regional firm auditor interested in Deloitte’s forensics practice get their foot in the door?

I’ve seen a ton on fishbowl about compensation for Alvarez & Marsal’s FDD line of service, what about disputes & investigations? Anyone know how much $ or what % of collected billables a senior associate would get?

I just started as a new hire in Forensic Analytics in the advisory practice at Deloitte. What types of projects can I expect?

Are you required to have your CPA in forensic and Investigations? I stalked some people on LinkedIn and saw a few senior , manger & director with accounting degree but only has CFE . Was wondering maybe they just didn’t put their CPA there. Any insight on this group will be helpful thanks

Tips on studying for the CFE?

2 questions:

1. Amongst all the big PA firms, who has the strongest forensic service line?

2. CAMS or CFE or CFF?(already a CPA).

Thank you!

Anyone have the CFF from the AICPA and willing to share their studying/exam experience? Curious about required effort, study plans, exam structure, overall opinions of the cert. Thanks!

Anyone work at PwC in forensic accounting or fraud investigation type roles? How does someone make connections in that area. Would love to offer to help out on even mundane task to build experience and earn hours for the CFE exam.

Can anyone tell me about the AML/Forensics practice at Stout?

Hi looking to move From Protiviti. I am located in Chicago but would love to work remote as possible. Would love to chat with someone about an opportunity

Besides the ACFE, does anyone have recommendations for industry or networking groups to join?

I know this gets posted in the EY bowl a lot, but what has been your PBB in Forensics?