So I have two offers from big 4, one for audit and one for M&A tax. I eventually want to go into Investment banking and was wondering If I should take the audit role and then lateral into TAS/FDD or go into M&A Tax?

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

M&A tax hands down.

like

I’m saying that you’re putting too many eggs in one basket going to audit and will make significantly less money doing so than tax.

Audit to FDD is not a guarantee the market isn’t good and we recruit out of undergrad a lot more now. You have a great opportunity that pays more than FDD and could go to a firm like A&M after that will pay you IB type money. If you’re not confident you can get into a good MBA then IB I doubt you’ll be one of the people who can pull off FDD to IB at a decent bank.

If you take audit I think you’ll wakeup in a year or two thinking wow I fucked up and make half as much as I could’ve been maybe even less. M&A tax seniors can pull 200k+, audit directors don’t even sniff that

like

Neither tbh.

But I would disagree with the above and say audit. Audit > FDD > IB is not too uncommon

like

Agree with EY1 above ^ 100%

Audit.

But keep in mind that M&A tax will probably pay you more money

like

Audit

Neither

M&a tax will not help you with IB. Why would it?

Related Posts

Hi,
Any openings for DevOps profile?

I started a new job just 7 weeks ago, but an opportunity for a dream job just suddenly and unexpectedly fell into my lap! It’s a lot more money, more aligned with my career goals, and will have better work life balance. I’d be an idiot to not take this great new opportunity! That being said… I’m going to feel bad leaving this new job so soon. I’m sure they’ll be disappointed and maybe even angry… is there any way to NOT burn bridges on my way out of this current job?

like

US based consultant looking for Western European exit ops. Any tips or anyone have any similar stories?

like

Hi All ,Multiple SAP openings in Accenture for all locations.Minimum required exp is 2.5 yrs. Interested candidates can dm me.

like

I was wondering if the review course “CPE Self Study Course” for the CFF was enough preparation to study and pass the CFF exam. The CFE review course was enough and like if you get a question wrong it explains it well so that when it comes up in a different way in the real exam you can still get it. But when I saw the outline for the CFF material and there seems to be a lot of topics so I was wondering if the review course was sufficient considering this exam is also multiple choice. Thanks!

like

Full time creatives who freelance: how do you get these freelance opportunities?

Currently working full time and have no intention of going fully freelance any time soon, but would love to know the best places/sites to look for these freelance opportunities that allow you to do your full-time responsibilities on top of some freelance work.

likehelpful

Hi fishes! I had asked for benefits other than CTC which Bank of America provides & now that I've completed 1 month here, here's the list of allowances you'll be getting irrespective of position/band:

1. Sodexo: 1300 p.m./ 15,600 p.a.

2. Transport allowance: 900 one way, 1800 two ways p.m./ 21,600 p.a.

3. Internet: 1500 max p.m. (other than that, one time installation charges)

4. Tuition fee: Any certification related to your field. Like CFA, FRM etc. 3,00,000 p.a.

(See Comments)

like

what kind of strategy roles have folks pivoted to brand side, and where do you find openings? the few “brand strategist” jobs i’ve seen are 1. few and far between and 2. require 10+ years of experience

like

Could we get reimburse for taking the ITIL exam ?

Long shot....but anyone here ever went to Israel and use the credits to apply for the CPA exam? If it got transferred over to my regular college transcript, do I still need to send in both?

Got a random email from a supposed Amazon recruiter for a SDE position (which is not at all a fit). The email is amazon.com domain and there are no red flags in the body but it doesn't feel like an Amazon recruiter due to the tacky signature, etc. Has anyone seen this kind of cold-calling from FAANG recruiter?

like

Advice needed - boyfriend has almost 3.5 years of finance experience at a bank. Interviewed for PwC valuation senior associate and now recruiter says they want to hire him at “experienced associate” because he has no valuation experience. Is this too big of a step backwards in career? Should he push back and see if it gets him anywhere? If he does accept Associate, is it reasonable to ask for written, definitive timeline (1 year?) for promo to Senior upon meeting standards? Help!

likehelpful

Anyone have a CFE designation and taken the test recently? Debating about getting it wasn’t sure if it’s worth it.

like

Hi,

Today I will be having an interview with Hexaware for data science role. I appreciate for sharing key points to crack it, and how well is the work culture & is it WFH ?

I’ve been in the banking industry for about 5 years now since I graduated and I feel like this may not be the right industry for me. I have experience in commercial banking and commercial real estate lending. Where do people go after they leave banking? I’m trying to see how I can transfer my skills to another field.

like

I’m on the consulting side (FDD) and I’m curious if there are PE firms with good WLB. I’m happy with my pay, growth, and hours. PE interests me but I don’t understand why anyone would want to consistently work 65+ hours a week every week. What’s the appeal? Making double the pay? What’s the exit plan?

like

I’ll finish my Master’s in Engineering Management in 1 year. How do I land a management level role at a tech company without management exp?

Is there any opening in Servicenow development. Let me know if, you come to know of any. EXP: 2.5 years. Requirement for a friend

like

On the scale of 10 (1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest) how much would you rate SaT vs Consulting in terms of quality of work, growth opportunities and salary component?

like

Hello people, how common is a Amazon to PWC move ?
I’m interviewing for a Senior Associate role and TC seems to be more competitive than role in L5.

TC $114k- Base AMZ- $73k +$38kstocks ( vesting 17k$ due next year)

TC $135k Base PWC -$81$ + Bonuses ( 50k$)

Looking for managerial skills which the PWC role avails, and L6 promo doesn’t seem to be happening soon in current role. I’m also mentally stretched. I hear WLB in PWC is just as busy but can anyone confirm if this move makes any sense. Google Amazon

likefunny

More Posts

Hello everyone! I have been a scrum master for over 6 years and am trying to break into Product Management, any advice on how to do this please?

like

Hi all - just joining and looking for some guidance! I am currently in an IT internship position (making pretty solid money considering) and following this summer I will stay on part time during my senior year (discussing a full-time job offer after already). I’m getting my computer science degree, so I would like to do something more technical in the workplace when I graduate. How do I advocate myself for that to my manager without sounding unappreciative of the position I’m in?

like

How difficult is it to switch from civil engineering to electrical engineering?

like

Bilingual Talent Sourcer in Canada (French and English) seeking remote work. Please message with available opportunities 😁😁

like

Anyone here know what marriage based green card timeline looks like how long does it take for the EAD and then for the interview to get scheduled?

like

1L checking in, hoping to return to Atlanta for my summer associate gig. What’s the vibe in Atlanta on law firms requiring the vaccine/masks? Are mandates still a thing?

like

“And yet a trace of the true self, exists in the false self.” 😂 @NonEquityPartner

Post Photo
likefunny

Hi All,

My joining would be on 28th Sep,
When will Ntt send the onboarding link?

likehelpful

If you’re a Gen Zer working in advertising or PR, what do you want to see from your agencies in terms of DE&I. Especially for Black History Month? Interested in getting a youth take.

like

When does cognizant roll out offer letters after submitting cdf1 form? Is Diwali delaying the roll out of the offer letter? I submitted cdf1 on 21st October.

like

I’m working on casting hosts for a branded content series in the travel and hospitality space. Wondering if anyone has recommendations for where to tap that talent? They don’t need to be SME’s or influencers in the space, but mid level experience hosting.

like

Has anyone worked at CFGI? How does the work life look like? I’m potentially pursuing an opportunity and any insight is very much appreciated!

like

Is KPMG tax hybrid or back to office full time?KPMG

like

If I give the offer from Deloitte to kpmg, will kpmg match that offer? Deloitte KPMG

like

Hi! Does anyone have any Christmas gift ideas for a 30 year old female (currently pregnant)? She loves almost all designer brands, but I’m hoping to keep it under $500... (sister-in-law).

like
like

35M. Friend zoned after one date. What am I doing wrong? I met her at a baby shower. We talked/text regular for about a month or so because I was traveling for work. Finally went on a date about two weeks ago, a week after I told her I like her and said she never thought about us being romantic. Today I got the official friend zoned text.

like

Received an offer for $120k from AFS for a level 8 position in Hawaii with 5 yoe. Is this a fair offer?

like

I got a mail from Infosys requesting to complete a form. Will they schedule interview? Or is it just a formality?

like

Anyone joining Bosch Coimbatore on October 3?

Additional Posts in Accounting

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?

like

I’m in real estate tax group and looking for good books about RE fund/investments/accounting during non busy season. Any recommendations? Thanks!

Did I hear this right? Pwc trust solutions call will not mention anything about mid year adjustments? All they talked about was early promotions and some bs rtr bonuses

like

I want to break my lease. Do you think it will be hard to find someone to take over the lease with all that is going on?

like

I joined EY in January. Had no work all of January, but was busy for February and some of March. I have been unassigned for about 4 weeks now, sending availability emails to all of the service lines we are allowed to reach out to for work. I should not have come here 🤦🏼‍♂️ I know it’s nice to have some down-time, but when every day is staring at a computer, the days are SO long.

like

Bain & Company Got an offer with PwC as M1 in fdd Chicago. How much should i expect in salary?PwC EY KPMG Bain & Company Mazars Deloitte

likesmart

Tax senior with CPA at small firm. Best way to get to Big 4 audit? (LA or OC) Went to non-target so little to no alumni at B4. I don’t mind the switch to a lower title since audit was always my preference and was never a fan of tax (stayed local for family).

like

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!!!

funnylike

Made a fireable mistake (timesheet not adding up) at work along with a SERIES of lesser mistakes (but mistakes never the less). Should I just quit? I feel so stupid/slow/inadequate/scared every day.

like

Does anyone know what tax technology and transformation team does in EY?

like

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

like

I have one more thing that has to go out tonight and Outlook won't connect. Computer may be meeting my gun tonight

like

How much of a percent is a senior bonus in FAAS in MCOL city?

like

Just heard EY is about to make more layoffs in audit too

like

Apple Watch or Fitbit? Does anyone have both? If you have both, do you use the Apple Watch as a regular watch and the Fitbit for working out? Just curious to see what people think. Thanks!

like

Is it bad to put in two weeks notice next week knowing my last day will be first week of jan and one of the two weeks is within the firm’s holiday break?

like

Do you think it is quite possible to get fired by asking too many questions as an experienced senior 1? If so, i might get fired after this busy season.

funnylike

Made it through another day of the Hunger Games!

likefunny

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!

like

How do you know when you did a hard days work instead of thinking you did but you were actually lazy?

likefunny

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