What does exit ops look like for someone who spent one year in Big 4 audit + another year of audit at a Top 20 PA firm?

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Your exit is probably another PA firm to get more experience before you exit to industry

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At least get promoted to senior before going to industry

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Oh I see, yeah your best bet is to find an entry level position then. You may or may not have to take a pay cut but that’s why it’s better to make the switch now since you’re still pretty early in your career.

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Nothing higher than an entry level position

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Yep. Need a couple of years more seasoning!

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Parents basement at best

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everyone saying you need several more years are wrong; this does not always need to be the case. i spent 3 years in PA before i switched to industry and half of that time was spent as an intern lmao. if you make a good impression and know what you’re doing, just go for it. i am not a senior either, nor do i care to be. if you’re tired, i simply don’t see the point in forcing yourself to continue with it. don’t be discouraged in your search for industry roles!
edit: in the event that you wanted to know, i’m an “internal reporting accountant,” which is a fancy name for a staff accountant, essentially, and i make $75k. i live in FL.

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you’re already well on your way then! i’m confident that the right offer will come up; good luck dude/dudette :)

Probably an HR rep will advise you of your options for 401k, etc.
You: "So after my tenure and diligence, it's just a good luck, so long?!"
HR rep: "I don't recall saying good luck."

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Make it to senior, and then look for an industry role that you can hopefully get before busy season.

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