Those who worked with asset management/financial services tax in public accounting and exited to industry, what role do you have now? I’m trying to get out of PA and seems like all industry roles want provision experience. Am I doomed to work long hours forever?!

Hello fishes,
How is shell project in cgi? How is the wlb in that project?

Struggling with this whole work life balance thing. Is it possible to have a semblance of a life/hobbies? If so, how? Most of my socializing is honestly in the microcosm of the firm (drink nights etc)

Considering a move to UAE and Inhave to major questions:
- How is the SC work life balance?
- I am coming from Europe, is there a big cultural shock?

Thanks!

Is anyone here in-house at Twitter? Curious how the transition has been from a legal team standpoint

I’m currently in sales and got an offer from BCG. Now that I accepted, I feel like grass is greener on the sales side - but I also feel like I HAVE to at least try consulting before I decide it’s not for me. Thoughts?

need some guidance on a few things…I’m currently a project coordinator in the software industry. I’m wanting to break out into a technical role. Does anyone have have experience with boot camps? Also, I’m looking at data science, any advice?

What are my chances of getting into APM programs at companies like Meta and Uber as a student from a non-CS background and little experience?

Currently working on my MS Finance degree, graduating in December. Working on my resume and was wondering if I should include a projects section (which would be projects/assignments from classes)?

I don’t have much experience as I went into grad school right after undergrad (graduated December 2021).

Anyone have recommendations on the best app/site to learn Python? 🐍
I’m a complete beginner.

Looking at getting a scrum master cert. Any insight to a certified scrum master (csm), professional scrum master (psm), or certified scrum product owner (cspo). Not sure which is most valuable. TIA

How is work life balance at Tredence? Any input on culture as well please

Is it natural to be happy then sad then happy again or on an emotional roller coaster in your career? Or is there such thing as work nirvana?is it possible to truly like your job and enjoy it every day? Or are hard days inevitable?

How is the work life balance in cognizant ?

Hey! How long does it take to get promoted from Associate to Consultant in KGS?

I have been in client facing wealth management as an advisor for 10 years. I haven’t built a book of business because I’ve worked for mostly discount brokers (Merrill edge, TDA, Etrade). I want to know how to transition to a non client facing role in wealth management or another financial role. I am series 7 and series 66 licensed. Any thoughts?

For any Alvarez and Marsal fish, how has your work life balance been? Very interested in hearing from those in their healthcare industry group, but anyone is welcome to respond.

Question for 2020 summit:
Is there ever a perfect time to switch your role in an agency (Strat to account, account to creative etc.)? Or do you have to start from the ground up?

Do recruiters ever reply to any of these threads

Best questions to ask during a first round interview with HR?

Hi fishes,

I am .net developer basically developed window and web application with the help of vb.net,c#,Asp.net MVC,html,jquery,css,bootstrap, sql server.

Yoe 6yrs not getting much calls , also if getting calls in technical not getting selected.

Where i am doing wrong i am not able to understand need your feedback, or i have to learn any new technologies.

Hey guys I have offer from cisco system and checkpoint cyber security . Checkpoint is offering x+5 in base where as cisco is offering similar amount in joining bonus. Overall per year ctc is also differs by 3 lac (y+3) in checkpoint .

So considering recession and mass layoff which one will be right option to select in terms wlb, job security and future growth .

FYI : checkpoint is starting r&d division in India I will be first person to be hired for the same role.

Do you maintain a CSR/Amex Plat even as a traveling consultant (assuming you are using Corp amex green)?

Amex platinum vs CSR??

Hi Guys, Any idea on the hike % for 2021 EOY appraisal for respective rating??
And also any updates on when it will be communicated??

If anyone is looking for a referral as an experienced hire to the PwC DAT (Digital Assurance & Transparency - formerly Risk Assurance) practice let me know and would be happy to refer you. We are actively looking to hire.

Am I the only one left at the end of the month trying to bill 10hour days to meet hours because I slacked off at the beginning of the month? It’s a vicious cycle. Then the end of the month hits and I’m so exhausted that I need to take it was the next week... and the cycle continues

Exec conference thoughts so far?

Does anyone have any experience with the agency Brand Buddy?
(Working under contract for)

Hi everyone! I need two paid background check referrals to apply for IT jobs , can somebody help ?

Starting to see the writing on the walls, went ahead and got an offer else where but thinking I’ll decline. I don’t want to take the job and leave in a few months to a year. But feeling like I need to ply the game so I don’t go 1-6 months without a job. Thoughts advice.

What is a typical promotion pay increase?

How is the client Yahoo Supply? I got a proposal and any review would be helpful.

Any suggestions on how to save a alcoholic spouse?

I’m in my 2nd year in audit. I want to pivot into management consulting within a big 4 or MBB. Has anyone seen someone make this lateral movement? I’m not sure how feasible that is and what steps to take. I’m also down to discuss further with whoever is comfortable in connecting.

Are people looking to leave when for their LinkedIn title - job title, no company listed in the header or am I over analyzing lol

Has anyone with a CPA from IT Audit roles been able to make their way into a financial consulting role without referrals/MBA?

Thinking about enrolling into a JD program , I’m 26, CPA, in a lcol area, at at small firm. What is to be expected at a school level and bar level?

How do I negotiate the salary after I accepted an offer ? Similar firm offered me higher.

What is the courtesy of withdrawing an offer you already accepted?

What level and service line were you at the big 4, and what percent salary increase did you get once you left? I’m a S1>S2, and the offers I’m seeing are around 10%-15% higher, which feels a little low. But maybe I’m being unrealistic.

Have my first call with a recruiter regarding a job they reached out to me about on LinkedIn. First call I’ve ever take regarding industry. Any helpful tips on what to ask? I don’t know the company

I’m not from an English speaking country but I am watching a tv show and businessmen walk into a room and instead of greeting eachother, everyone says each person’s first name in lieu of hi, however in my experience working in the states, I haven’t seen anyone do this, it’s always hi or good afternoon or some other greeting first THEN they say their first name. is it also appropriate to omit the greeting?

Should you discuss salary range with an internal company recruiter prior to setting up an interview? With external recruiters it’s pretty easy to talk about the expected range. I am trying to avoid wasting all of our time if i get to the last interview and they are expecting a salary that is too low for me.

HCOL audit SM looking to leave big 4. What should be my comp expectation?

How many years does it typically take to become a controller at an investment management company? What’s the salary like from your experiences?

Anyone had good multiple offers and had one the hiring managers pressure you into taking the offer after asking for additional time to think about it?

If you make it to senior manager at big four can you leave and become partner or director at mid size firm? Is this hard to do? I know there is a lot of politics at big four and have no interest staying in a senior manager role for 6-8 years and risk a chance of still not becoming partner. Also I got a long way to go before senior manager fyi.

Anyone have experience as a cost accountant?

Hi 🐟. Feeling ready to jump Public Accounting and thinking of roles to apply for in industry. Would be really helpful if anyone could share their experiences or thoughts on SEC Reporting. WLB, comp, benefits for HCL location (west coast). Aiming to start off at Senior level

What does the Tax Reporting & Strategy Deals team at PwC do? Do they have busy seasons or all year round busy? What’s the pay like compared to other tax specialties such as general compliance or M&A? Thanks in advance.

Can you leave as an A2 to an audit client that you’re not on the team

Putting in my two weeks with no job lined up to spend some time with my family and volunteering. Anyone have experience with a gap in employment? Will this ruin my chances of getting a “good” job by January? Have I gone completely insane?

What is IT Due Dilligence? Is it more IT Audit? Better? Worse?