Trying to transition into FDD as an SA. Currently an A3 in audit who is up for promo in May. Got auto rejected from an internal FDD transfer at KPMG, and made it through a couple rounds at BDO before getting declined because of lack of TAS experience. Is TAS really difficult to get into right now?

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Like the other reply, now is a good time to apply so don’t give up!

It will be more difficult applying as an associate as most people you’re competing with will be seniors. However, I’m aware KPMG does make people do 3 years as an associate and I assume you’re probably operating like a senior from any other firm at this point?

Having no TAS experience shouldn’t be a deal breaker. Almost all shops will hire someone with no experience outside of A&M. You just need to absolutely nail WHY you want to do TAS and really show you’ve done your homework.

Too many folks from audit start interviewing for TAS and then have nothing of substance to say when asked those questions.

Be excited too. Make your interviewer know you want to be there.

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Which region are you looking for? I’d try your luck again with BDO…if you’re willing to try again.

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We hire strong audit staff into FDD (TAG). feel free to DM

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