What keeps folks in the FDD accounting firm model (i.e., Big4, RSM, GT) versus leaving for a management consulting model (i.e., A&M, BRG)? As someone who left Big4 for the consulting firm model, I could never imagine going back (FYI - currently at BRG in Healthcare practice).

I’m hoping someone might have some ideas about this- I’m currently five years out of law school with a clerkship, a tax LLM, 3 years of experience doing transactional tax work and a few months of EC/VC experience (which I recently switched to from tax). I like the EC/VC work, but I don’t know how long I want to stay in biglaw. Can anyone weigh in on how employers for in-house roles might look at my experience in a year or two?

Any tips on leaving a firm “correctly”? Was about to go “of counsel” with my firm of 6 years, but then another firm whose partners I really respect (and personally like) offered me a partnership position. I predict my current bosses will *flip* (cut off file access immediately, try to beat me to calling my clients, etc.), so how do I set myself up for a successful transition?

I am possibly going into a cyber security role where I would be leading internal and external content. Thing is, my career has mainly been in fashion which I am trying to move away from, to get into the tech space. This is a great opportunity that will definitely teach me a lot and help get me further into tech. Problem: I’m scared. I’m scared I won’t enjoy it, scared I’ll be bored!!!, scared I’ll fail, scared I’d be making a mistake. Any advice? Has anyone pivoted like this? I want to be open.

I'm working as Senior Test Engineer with 5 years of experience in manual and now want to become Scrum Master. I'm confused that whether I'll be able to make it or not as SM because I don't have any experience in same. Please guide and help.
How much package can I expect after switch as SM?

Hi..for a business analyst of 6 yoe what are the technical courses that can be taken up?

Hi all,

Looking for an experienced mentor or coach to learn some niche cloud and devops skills..
Could anyone please help in learning?

Your help is much appreciated...
Thanks

Anyone here who left fed job and regretted it?

Hi all - I'm on a £100-110k base + bonus at a tier 2 firm. This is in the region where personal allowance for tax starts eroding away..
Wondering what options I have to make this as tax efficient as possible (legally), considering a salary sacrifice pension and student loan.
Also what are you investment recommendations? Stocks and Share ISA? What are the good alternatives?

M2 NYC metro area working in healthcare consulting base around $131K low for an M2 in a high COL or market? No MBA, but want to pursue in the next 2 years to pivot to working in health strategy.

Hello everyone, I'm a cs grad student graduating in may making a career transition from mechanical eng to cs. I had an internship but its been hard to find a fulltime dev role. I was thinking of taking a lower position at some company and working myself up maybe BI to DA. I would like to work as a dev but a lot of the small companies are offering salaries significantly under 100 for jr dev roles. Any thoughts?

Long story short, I burned out. Anyone who recovered from deep, deep career setbacks or failures - share tips?

Trying to get an investment job in Toronto as a new immigrant. I have 4 yoe in consulting, investor searching and financial service (risk). Currently working at call center to get local experience (bilingual), opportunities for internal transfer, while preparing for CFA 3 Feb 2023. Any ideas what to prepare in extra?

General accounting experience license versus license with authority to sign attest reports (California). Does this mean the attest license is only necessary if you want to stay in public accounting?

Anyone pursued a MSL in Taxation degree? Did it open up additional opportunities? Trying to get into tax planning/structuring but don’t have a JD (not interested in practicing law). Currently CPA/MST.

Just got a job as a communications specialist in government, but I come from a marketing agency background. Any advice, things I should teach myself, professional certificates/affiliation recommendations? I want to focus on developing in-demand skills early on in my career. TIA!!!

For those that work at big4, does maternity leave benefit only kick in if you’ve worked for the firm for at least a year? Or does it apply immediately?

If I go to Law school, could I then become a judge for a state court?

Hi fishbowl fam, I work as a customer service advisor but I just started a masters program in data science (career change) is it possible for me to get a job in this field to broaden my knowledge while still learning? If yes, what title of jobs should I be looking for and does anyone have any idea of organisations I should target?

Dear IT whales!

My wife is working as a Quality Analyst (automation testing), has knowledge in Selenium. Just started her career, wants to understand which certification/course will add value to her career.
Also, whether there’s a good scope for jobs in abroad

I was just talking to a younger friend who goes to Cal and It seems like the kids these days hate FAANG or at least Amazon and Facebook are not desired at all. I personally don’t see too many issues working at either Amazon or Facebook because I work at Deloitte where I’m sure we have many questionable clients and worked in financial services before. Curious on whether people are thinking about the ethics of their exit company when deciding to move?

I completed all rounds of interviews for a new role last Friday. Sent the recruiter an email on Monday asking if she needs any info blah blah, haven't heard back anything about next steps, etc. Should I send a follow-up today?

Anyone with 8+ years of consulting experience exit? Did you have to take a step down when moving to tech? Feel like everyday that I spend in consulting is hurting more and more...

Hello, I have 4 years of experience between Financial decision support and pricing. However, I feel like my experience is too narrowed to how my current company operates. I am looking to pivot into consulting at one of the big4 ( for ~2-3 years)or any other consulting firm to have a well rounded experience that could be applicable to any industry. Any advices ?or thoughts ?

Anyone play fantasy football? Would anyone be interested in a bowl / mini league? I’m guessing there are some good data analysis skills being put to good use out there.

I am so tired of it all. I’ve barely eaten in the last 3 days and had to take a painkiller last night to fall asleep. I’m so overworked and I constantly feel like a piece of sh*t. I don’t even have the energy to move right now and feel like I will faint any minute.

Best month to find an apartment? Currently a nomad working abroad so want to strategically time my move back to NYC. Lived here for 5 years but always stuck in the summer rental cycle

When seeking a new role, How many different agencies have y’all had to interview with before being hired? I’m on agency number 6 right now I’m so over it. I know my portfolio is amazing because so many recruiters wouldn’t be reaching out if that wasn’t the case. The process is Mad agggggy.

How to claim for Internet broadband bill at Optum?

Any other of this kind which are eligible to claim?

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Will PWC SDC renegotiate if one has another offer in hand?

I stopped contributing to my 401K for the last three months in order to pay off credit card debt. I am 28 and have about 68K in my 401K. Was this a smart decision? I want to get out of debt as quickly as possible and I have no student loans or car debt.

Looking to pivot out of a top pharma marketing/ad agency and into consulting. Ultimately want to leverage both experiences to move client side or to a healthcare start up.

What are the best firms for this type of transition and why?

Question: Are employers legally allowed to deduct pay from your paycheck without your knowledge or approval?

I am going to India for a month. May have to change my return date. Any suggestion on what insurance/other option to reduce the ticket update cost impact.

Best fall vacation destinations on a biglaw budget?

Would ey gds renegotiate the package with just few days of joining..?

Anyone have any insight on TAS @ Berkeley Research Group?

Has anyone successfully established some boundaries with FDD? Or tried to communicate with your team a better work schedule? i.e. start earlier but get off earlier?

Can anyone advise on new Sr. Consultant, Deal advisory, valuations salary in downtown Toronto office?

Any tips for interviewing for fdd? Same with cases? Never done one before.

What are some of the best certifications to obtain besides CPA?

Is there chance that we also get the raise after the all hands call on January like PwC??

Fishbowlers. I got a bad performance review. I need to knock my next one out of the park. Open to any suggestions. S1 in month 6 of starting. I need to get quicker and be able to be a ‘lead senior’. How can I make a manager and directors life easier?

What would analyst comp + bonus be at A&M in the TAG group?

Is 80k decent for south east at a RSM/BDO/GT size firm for S1?

What’s FDD like at Bain, BCG, or McKinsey?

Does AAS pay the same as FDD?

PwC FDD vs. EY FDD? Which one would you choose, if the pay are the same? And Why?

EY TCF all hands call … what do y’all expect to be announced?

In the instance that someone goes from one big 4’s audit group to another’s FDD group, do they allow them to finish out their two weeks?

Just got rejected from PwC. Can I apply again after few months hitting 1 YOE?

Gonna join PwC M&A tax. What would be the market like if there’s another financial crisis (hopefully not). Are we the people who will be laid off first? Or we will be pulled to do tax compliance? Thanks.

How much does an M&A tax non-equity partner (ie, Director/Managing Director) make? HCOL.

What tax issues uncovered during tax DD can affect the FDD report?