Question for the big4 recruiters out there: would you hire 35yo senior associate with some career gaps and looking to get the CPA? I’m trying to gauge if I have a fighting chance out there. Context to follow.

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

We have hired several people who are older then your typical campus hire. I think it’s a lot more common with people having a second career given you can get a masters in accounting in a year and immediately start a new career.

like

I did this and got hired as a staff at 39

helpful

At my old firm a lady in my cohort coming in as an associate was in her 60s. So 🤷🏼‍♂️ it can be done. You have some experience so that’s great and honestly we can’t even keep staff in PA right now so firms are literally trying to get the best they can possibly get even if that means you’ve had gaps in employment. We recently hired a bartender who has his accounting degree and MBA and no experience at all.

like

I started late, hired as trainee at 28, promoted to senior at 31. But it was a medium firm and the partner knew I was getting a visa to move to the US. So after one busy season as senior covid hit, knowing I was moving, they fired me. Unfortunately embassy was shut down for unforeseeable time, so I took a position as experienced associate at PWC for nearly 1 year until I could finally move. The other gap was after the move, bureaucracy took another full year to clear work authorization. I have plenty of experience with PIE, IFRS and reporting to parent companies out of the country, but no US GAAP. So long story short I’m now 35 looking for a senior position. Is this still attainable or should I just move to the industry?

You have a legitimate story behind it. Just say what you wrote above and they’ll disregard those gaps in the resume.

like

Not a recruiter, but got hired as a staff when I was 33 years old. I have seen some other older staff, so I don't think the age will be the issue. The problem is hard to put all these long hours, especially if you have a family.

Does it have to be big 4? My firm just hired some guy with a 5 year gap as a senior. I think he’s about 40, but not sure why age matters.

Related Posts

Does anyone work at or familiar with the Blackbaud Inc. I’m interested in hearing more about peoples experiences with the company?

has anyone participated in the MLT program? looking into it and would like to learn about the overall experience!

like

CCO and art partner are really close, only talk to each other in meetings. They even send each other emails and texts about this project and leave me out. But I end up doing all the work. What to do?

like

Best spot for classy cocktail dates in the city?

I feel like other roles outside of copywriting have so many opportunities outside of pharma advertising. Have any CWs gotten out of it completely and what are you doing? Feeling stuck and I’m not sure how I can use my skills and experience in a different type of job

like

I have 3+ year of experience as a Production/ Devops engineer.

Skill set: Azure, Linux, SQL, Shell scripting, Kubernates,Automation and devops tools(Jenkins).

Please DM me if there is any opening.

I’m currently working with a senior level HR candidate. This individual has a doctorate in business with a focus in HR, her SPHR, Federal, and private sector experience at the singer level, and has a fabulous personality. I’m curious is anyone else having difficulties play some candidates like this? At this point I’m starting to think it’s racial or her sex based of the lack of interest in this candidate. Any thoughts?

like

Would you date someone who doesn't vote?

like

Anyone here know what the deal is at ICF?

Only minority in a white firm of atty’s and support staff. I’m totally comfortable and can manage it, but I cannot fathom that I AM THE ONLY MINORITY there.

like

Anyone else use work as their escape? People complain about not having work life balance but I only stay for the long hours. I've battled with depression and anxiety for the last decade because I got married and started a family too young. I'm in a more financially secure place now but my marriage has mentally exhausted me. We're just together for the kids at this point.

likehelpful

Anybody located in Austin Texas area?

like

Looking for a job in Human Resources Management. Your help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You

Please drop all your thoughts, questions and insights from first three chapters here. We will be start discussion at 7pm CST. But please feel free to post your thoughts at the time convenient for you.

ugh. tomorrow is leg day.

like

Hi- H1B folks Has anyone got the stamping done recently in New Delhi through Dropbox?What is the time frame to receive the passport back? Any challenges you are hearing with recent lockdowns in Delhi?

like

hi fishies, got a few first round and second round interviews next week - mainly in project finance, ECM and financing.
how do I prepare? would anyone like to please mock interview me? willing to pay £30-40 per 30 mins:)

like

Hi All,
Trust you are good and safe!

Currently I am working with Bank Of America with an experience of 7years & 6 months. As of now I am looking for a change.

Request you to kindly refer me, Thank you.

I'm curious what my expectations should be for a base salary for an HR Generalist position at a plastics injection manufacturer. They are approximately 355+ employees with 4 plants. I have 3+ years experience as a recruiter, 15+ years experience has a top manager/leader, and a bachelor's degree. I haven't worked since I was laid off from my previous position in 2020. In my 5 interviews I have had so far, salary has not been mentioned once. What do you think I should expect if offered?

like

I got a verbal offer from JPM 3 days ago - recruiter said it was submitted for approvals.
How long does it typically take to receive a written offer? My status on their portal is “you are in the final steps.” I really want this position and just getting anxious waiting. TIA!

like

Additional Posts in Audit Bowl

As a rising staff 2 in audit, how bad would it be to request a transfer after this busy season? I really want to get back to my hometown but I know being a senior 1 in a new (small) office could(cont)

Do B4 personnel have any pull in referrals for offices that they aren’t located in? Want to relocate and have some connections at the other B4 I’m interested in, just not @ the office I want to go to

Anyone else just hoping to fly under the radar this busy season? I’m planning on not staying online any later than 11 because “we’re not saving any lives here”.

like

Any of your firms is reimbursing you for some of Master’s cost?

like

Could someone explain what finance closing process is? I passed CPA and have audit experience but I don’t really understand how industry accounting cycle works :( What does it mean to close the books? Are they referring to 12/31 deadline? Do all JE have to be recorded within this date? How does one close it?

like

Why’s there such a negative view on Internal Audit. Really thinking about moving into IA after public. Better pay, generally a 9-5 job, no weekends. With all that time saving I’d have more time for side hustles.

like

Just made out with my associate and don’t regret it

likefunny

For those senior 1’s that have left for private, how long has the job search been?

like

What’s it like working at EY FIDS? What are the differences from audit?

Got hired by BDO Dallas and will be starting soon, would it be such a heavy ask if I asked them to transfer me to the Austin office? My boyfriend has been trying to get a job in Dallas but he hasn’t

If someone were to get COVID-19 while traveling domestically for client work do you think they could sue the firm or get any kind of worker’s compensation?🧐

like

What are other firms paying their first year audit managers? I was at $79k after my promo and $84k after our mid-year adjustment.

funnylike

I’m currently a senior 3 auditor and increasingly detest my job every single day. I’ve been thinking about consulting but don’t know exactly what they do and the detailed nature of the work. What are my options outside of audit, staying within the firm? Any insight appreciated.

like

I really was ready to escape the slavery PA and find WLB in industry and now COVID hits and all the recruiters go silent 😭

likefunny

For all the managers out there... how long were you in PA before you made manager?

When you test a GL account cause the balance is in-scope. Do you net the untested debits and credits together to determine if acceptably low? Or is it determined by untested debits being below PM and untested credits being below PM?
I have not gotten a consistent answer and seen it both ways in practice.

likehelpful

If any seniors or managers are looking to make a move and would consider CohnReznick, please shoot me a DM. All of our positions are fully remote to the extent you want and I’m very happy here so far. Primarily looking to recruit for tax or audit but will work with all service lines. Shoot me a DM to find out more

likefunnyhelpful

What are the audit rank progressions at Deloitte? Everyone I know has had different ones😅

like

If you got a job offer (which you declined) from an entity who later became a client and you are scheduled to work on that entity who became a client, do you let engagement partner know?

How much is the starting pay for partners at GT and big four firms EY or PWC??

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

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

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