What is the worst job anyone has jumped to from B4? I can’t imagine anything would be worse hours wise but I see people boomerang so I wonder if there are some stories out there.

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

Barista

funnylike

Oh yes. Big 4 right now. Figured the hours should at least benefit me. :)

like

Omg, yes M1. I could never be a barista, particularly at Starbucks. I'd go postal on these people and their crazy special orders 🤯 I'm annoyed just standing in line waiting to order (and no, I dont have any special instructions for my mocha. Just give me a damn hot coffee. As long as it tastes like something other than coffee 😂 )

like

Went to industry (tax) and had about 3400 hours a year.

Did you boomerang?

I did my internship in External Financial Reporting at HQ for one of the the big automakers. Their hours were atrocious. Makes PA look good. That was right before they changed the CPA requirement that you had to work (1 or 2 years, I forget) in PA to get your license. And that department specifically required B4 experience. Everyone I worked with during my internship had recently jumped ship from their B4 firms. I don't think anyone boomeranged back to PA, but none of them lasted long before moving on to new jobs, whether just in another department or at a new company

I jumped to industry for 2 years (tax). Hours were great but I was bored out of my mind and the people were lame. Bounced back and am much happier in public

Related Posts

Hiya! I was wondering if anyone here has any good recommendations in terms of books or learning material that I can pick up to learn about sales and marketing relevant to the consulting industry?

like

Have you ever regretted taking a manager role? The pay increase is tempting but I just love my job so much I’m not sure if it’s worth giving it up

like

Hi All,
Can anybody clarify what is non promotion eligible (non PE) SO ? Can they really stop your promotion just because you are tagged in a non PE SO ?

like

My company went toxic in the last couple months. Chose me and started interviewing. Had a very successful interview with Amazon but recruiter is working hard trying to place me and said there’s no knowing how long to find a team. Meanwhile I just received a Director offer for a company with a 29% pay bump July 1. If Amazon or any other FAANG/large co gets back to me, is there an acceptable way to not burn bridges with new job and accept or delay start date with FAANG? Or fuck it just hop?

like

Is the SPHR or PHR license necessary to pivot into human capital? I have a MBA from a Top 15 school. Any thoughts?

If you’re hiring for sr analyst roles , what tradeoff would you be comfortable ? Business acumen and prior knowledge of industry/ function or core data analytics skills ? Need both at end of day but candidates are strong in only one of the two areas. Assume candidates are coachable and willing to learn.

like

Hello guys!!
Can anyone of you please help me out? Or atleast some advice!!

I'm a bit confused between Accenture and Bain & Company.
I've offers from both of these firms with almost similar package. The role is not related to consulting but more into the technical+business side.
If I go with Bain, will it be more fruitful wrt brand value and job switch in next few years?
Also, how is the hike and compensation benefits for the employees at Bain?

Any sort of help/advice is more than welcome!

like

Looking for a great career coach to help me figure out my next step. I have a mixed background in finance, comms, and brand. I’ve struggled with job satisfaction for awhile but have stayed put because two young kids, maternity leaves...and pandemic. Before jumping to a new role and firm, this time I want to make sure I do some soul searching and avoid making the same bad decisions over and over again. Any recommendations?

like

My remit quadrupled+ in a recent re-org with no increase in pay/promotion, my new director is new to the company and was zero help, and I was passed over for recent promotion during the comp cycle. The new director essentially began shutting me down any time I ask for clarity in my career progression. Now they have taken credit for the project I’ve been building over the past year+ without giving me props whatsoever to higher ups. What is the best plan of action here?

like

Are there any specific courses or upskilling programs on culture change in M&A/ change in M&A? Really wish to get into M&A OCM but do not have experience and every firm out there is looking for some experience to get hired as an M&A focused lateral hire

like

Hi Sharks,

I am a product owner and want to learn all aspects of product management and to transition as a product manager in leading Tech firms. I had completed my engineering and mba but never worked as a software engineer. I started my career in sales and am now working as a PO. So I lack technical knowledge as well. Can some experienced product manager guide me and PPL like me here on this fish bowl a step by step plan to achieve this goal. What courses we can join, what books to read

like

Anyone switch from middle market to big 4 and regret it?

like

Hi Everyone! I'm looking to transition from healthcare consulting to pharma / biotech preferably in BD / corporate strategy roles, especially in LA area. Would appreciate if you can share your experience if you have made the amas transition (roles? Work type?). Looking to get a sense of what type of work exists out there.

For context, I've a PhD in Life sciences and 1.5 YOE in healthcare consulting at a boutique consulting firm

like

Does anyone know what it's like to leave a top 6 as a manager 1 or manager 2 and move into a bank as a senior manager in Audit? What are the similarities and differences in role/pay/hours?

like

Has anyone taken the CFE exam? How did it go? Was it hard? Gow did you prepare?

like

Any thoughts on Sidley's London office? How sharp elbowed are the associates and how much do partners genuinely try and help you develop a career? Bonus points if you can provide insight on how the corporate and finance departments work with specialists on transactional matters. As a final ask, are they genuinely into D&I and flexible working efforts or is this predominantly lip service? Thanks in advance!

Anyone tried the new Sanctions Certificate (CGSS) offered by ACAMS? Trying to see how difficult it is considering I don't have a lot of experience with sanctions compliance. I have CAMS & work in AML

like

Hi guys im a .net developer with 4 years of experience. I have worked in support project throughout my tenure and want to switch to development. I planning to switch so what are the skills that I should plan to learn and how should I go about it? Any suggestions are welcome and also if someone had any similar experience , it will be great if you could share it!

Thanks in advance

Hello all, i have been working at an insurance firm from 3 years as roi technician thats release of information . Looking to explore more career options. I am not intrested in customer facing roles and roles which need to be on phone all day . Does anyone have info on those type of roles , or more career options please . Thanks in advance .

like

Who has started a side hustle that they plan on making their long-term career as an exit move? How do you manage both your role and that as you get started?

likesmart

More Posts

like

Pwc AC I've accepted an offer in PWC AC as SA and I would like to know what will be the office timings I'll be working in?

likesmart

Hey everybody! I’m in the finale stage interview with Live Nation for a tech sourcing position. Have any of you worked with Live Nation? What are some things you liked/disliked? Any details on Market Comp, work-life balance, etc. Give me all the details 🙃🙌🏽

like

Happy Holidays! As I look forward to 2022, my biggest goal is to find a new job with more career growth. Who is hiring in 2022? I have 3+ years in federal consulting and 2 years of experience in insurance. DM me, thanks!

like

What’s on buy or sell list going into the long weekend?

like

Are BAs comparatively safer than Dev’s when it comes to layoffs?

like

Hi all,
What will be the maximum salary for reinforced Concrete engineer co-ordinator role in UK ?

like
likehelpful

Sales leaders are hypocrites.

The same sale leaders that push their reps to find out why they were ghosted are the same leaders that ghost other salespeople.

like

Anyone getting their LPL emails on an iPhone? I'm wondering how hard they look at the Phone at the annual audit. Not that I'm doing anything they can't see, I'm just always paranoid.

like

Are there any specific courses or upskilling programs on culture change in M&A/ change in M&A? Really wish to get into M&A OCM but do not have experience and every firm out there is looking for some experience to get hired as an M&A focused lateral hire

like

My practice got super busy after the pandemic. I have had a waitlist and been incredibly busy. It’s been stressful, but I have been grateful for business & to be helping people through a crazy time. This fall, I’ve noticed things slowing down and I don’t really know why. Has anyone else seen any similar trends (or know what might be going on)? TIA.

like

How to get a decent post in Microsoft without a degree even if you have knowledge

like

If someone joined CTS on December, when will the hike one can get? October next year? And that will be default hike?and when will one can get bonus?and also what % for default hike?

like

Curious to know has anyone stumbled upon a bar(cocktails, drinks) that has also nailed social accounts so good so that besides their bar offerings people also cant wait to consume their content?

like
like

PwCers - Does anyone know if the Wealth Builder Plan can later be rolled into your employer's 401(k) plan when you switch jobs?

like

Hi Sharks,

I am a product owner and want to learn all aspects of product management and to transition as a product manager in leading Tech firms. I had completed my engineering and mba but never worked as a software engineer. I started my career in sales and am now working as a PO. So I lack technical knowledge as well. Can some experienced product manager guide me and PPL like me here on this fish bowl a step by step plan to achieve this goal. What courses we can join, what books to read

like

Hi guys. Has anyone attended the @Autodesk frontend interview? How was your experience?

Additional Posts in Accounting

What are the rules about dating someone that works for your audit client?

likesmart

What are your plans for the Memorial Day long weekend?

like

Gave my two weeks notice and literally was told straight up to not charge any time on my engagement. I obviously don’t care about utilization but y’all this place is crazy

likefunnyhelpful

Please tell me that somebody out there agrees: the new Google suite rebranding looks all the same and I can’t remember how many times I opened google maps when I wanted mail and opened meets when I wanted calendar. C’mon Google! What the heck!

likefunny

Turbotax or HR Block for taxes and why? First time filing without my parents. Nothing complex just taking the standard deduction

like

What's a typical salary increase from senior 3 to manager at a Big 4? I'm up for manager and want a general idea of what the increase will be. Assume a 3 rating in tax.

like

What are some of your favorite questions at the end of the interview for campus hire especially when someone like a director or partner is interviewing?

like

thinking about taking a serious pay cut to have a life. my biggest concern is if I regret the change. PA does offer some wonderful opportunities. just wondering if I can last.

like

Thoughts on why senior 3s and below turnover rate is so high? Just wanted to see some insight from different perspectives.

like

Thinking of moving to pwc, what is the wealth builder? Like why dont they just use a traditional 401k? What are important facts about it?

like

Is Boston part of our Northeast? Yes, right?

like

PwCers - Does anyone know if the Wealth Builder Plan can later be rolled into your employer's 401(k) plan when you switch jobs?

like

How do you leave on two weeks notice? What order to tell people (hr, managers/partners on impacted engagements, then others)?

like

I feel like work is not distributed properly. I've been busy most of the time while most of the new associates get to be unassigned!

like

Got offered to go to RSM from a big four with a 40% raise and a promotion. I should make manager this round if I stay so promotion isn’t that big of a deal. Should I take it? I’ll have smaller clients, but think I’ll really shine there too. Less work, more pay... I could always go back to my current firm. Thoughts?

likehelpful

Who wants to get 5 referral bonuses and hire 5 audit members that were promised a bonus on 6/30 and it still hasn’t hit our accounts? 🤣🤣

likefunny

PWC Audit A3 to Senior Consultant, Risk Advisory at a very small firm? Thoughts

like

Does Citi allow you to work at a second part time job?
Citi

like

Seriously considering if leaving would be a better career move. Did 5 years and ended up in a federal tax consulting role, which I like, but it doesn't translate well to industry. Thoughts?

like

Has anyone transferred their hard drive from their work laptop to a desktop?

like

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

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

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