What do background checks look at? Specific to public accounting firms? I am employed with the IRS and passed my security clearance, which was a feat. I just don’t want something from my past haunting me.

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Is there something specific you are worried about? If so, please tell us

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Financial standing, criminal past, fishbowl postings, political background, terrorist activity, they will check your investments too for independence + what EY1 said, ability to acknowledge sarcasm, etc.

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If you can pass security, I would imagine you’re in the clear.

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If your past consisted of any financially related crimes, that is what would be most concerning. But generally speaking if you’ve made it this far without too much issue and have a security clearance, I wouldn’t be TOO concerned. But you never do know what they will uncover.

Yea sooo this isn’t a big deal it’s fine you’re fine

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