Will the B4 ever split off their consulting segment from their tax/assurance segment? It could finally free us from independence restrictions

Time taken to become a partner in any of Big 4's?

As per my knowledge in EY it is 15 to 20 YOE

How much does a consultant gets paid in Vancouver BC, withing big 4 with a 1.5 years of experience with a masters degree from US?

For those who have left PwC recently - how long did it take to receive information in the mail regarding your 401(k) and details on how to transfer? I’m starting in advisory at another Big 4 next week and am unsure on how I will report this in the onboarding process for independence related docs.

Interviewing for PwC Audit Manager (currently another Big 4 Audit S3) sometime next week. 2 video interviews back-to-back.

Anyone have any insider info on what to expect? Haven’t interviewed since college. Just not sure what to expect? Typical behavioral questions? Or more conversational? Or dependent on the interviewer?

Considering a move from a B4 to the West Monroe deals practice. Any insights from people working there or who worked there?

Has anyone moved from B4 to a startup biotech? Position seems really interesting but overall seems risky. They’ve only had a Series A financing

Hey all, I’ve recently joined EY consulting from another Big 4 and have noticed there’s no discipline (at least in my team) around codes and charging time. People either charge a standard 7 hrs or some will charge time spent on internal activities to their client code.

I was told that “the last person to charge their actual hours worked was promptly booted off the project”.
Just wondering:
1) Is this a general cultural point accross all Consulting teams? Will challengin this get me in trouble?

Does MBB provide breaks around the Christmas/NY time frame similar to B4?

Anyone work abroad while working for Deloitte/Big 4? Considering living in Mexico and working remotely.

I am an Audit S1 that wants to work in a B4 Forensics practice. Would it be best for me to accept an offer in Forensics at a much smaller firm (local, 150ish total employees) to gain experience and then try to move to B4 Forensics? Or should I stay in Audit and wait for B4 Forensics positions to open up? Please let me know your thoughts!

EY feels kinda...cheap. Are the other B4 like this?!

What’s the culture at EY London compared to say Deloitte UK, for those who have worked across the big 4? Im in the NY office moving to London and I was curious. For context I’ll be in the business design portfolio.
Thanks !

If anyone out there is interested in learning more about FDD / Transaction Advisory Services and/or is looking for a position in this field (especially in Seattle), please reach out! I recently came over to RSM from Big 4 and we are actively hiring and building out this team!

CohnReznick is looking to add some
Managers and Seniors to the
Transactions team. You have the
ability to work remote 100% of the
time with no travel. We have offices in
every major city. Very reasonable
hours, great offshore team, easy to use
databook and report templates, large
sign on bonus, very large performance
bonuses, and salaries that match the
Big 4. DM me for referrals.

Would it be hard to get a exp associate role in advisory at a B4 as someone with about 10 months in audit at EY, 7 months experience in corporate accounting at a F300 and CPA? Hated my time at the F300 but had thought the grass would be greener in industry. I’m starting a financial analyst position at a major hospital system in my area soon and want to stick with that for a couple years before making a transition but was curious if I just don’t have the right experience for a role in advisory.

Is there such things as FP&A positions in Big 4? If so, are there better times to make the change than others (I.e. at senior vs manager)? I’m currently in FP&A and looking to work at a Big 4, or another company that offers the ability to move abroad. My current company and many others I know about do not offer the mobility to do so until much later, which is not what I want. Thank you.

Interviewing with a commodity trading firm that will match my consulting TC but with a much higher bonus component (30% vs 5-10% currently).
In B4, I have ended up with 0% bonus in the bad years. Can Industry bonuses be that variable too?

Any experienced senior managers that have moved between Big 4 firms? Can you speak towards your experience, any struggles, and opportunities in terms of partner promotion? Frankly, EY path to partner seems to be too clouded (long pipeline, no clear direction/path, uncertainty on promotion cycles, etc.) at the moment and I would like to visit all options. Appreciate the input.

I feel like these “incredible” exit opportunities consulting gives you is only applicable to MBB (i.e, companies only value MBB experience vs others). Any successful exits from Big 4 folk?

Looking for opportunity in abroad in data science. I've 4+ years of experience in data operations and 1 year of experience in data science

What tools are y’all using for anything digital innovation related and what type of work are you using them for?

Hi everyone,
I am a new joiner @ Coforge, joined on Nov 15th and still waiting for project allocation. What is the resource pool/bench policy for a new joiner, can anyone please help on this?

EY 🐠, promoted from Sr3 to Mgr with a 5 rating in FSO Advisory, based in NYC. Anybody know the pay band or percentage increase to expect?

Welp, see yeah later KFC!

Hi, can anyone shed light over the online pre screening test at bain for senior knowledge specialist position? Any insights would be helpful.
Thanks

I have my own practice for past 5 years and have spent a lot of time building up brand and reputation. I'm thinking of bringing on partners but am trying to figure out how to structure compensation, profit sharing and equity while maintaining control. I dont want to do associates bc I need someone with more experience than I can afford. Does anyone have any ideas on how one can up a law firm?

Tips on negotiating a raise! I’m no where near the timeframe for one(only been there just over 90 days), just want to be prepared for when that meeting comes up at the one year mark 😅

Used to have a career with a. Union, this was never a concern till now LOL

Hi Fishes

Can anyone tell me hsbc gurgaon office address?

Can someone please help me with investment banking hierarchy grade in BNY. what those grades are position wise.

What is the hike for 1st bucket for BNY Mellon India?

Hi BNY employees,

What was your last rating ? Hike % & bonus % of CTC ?

Provide your input in comment.

Can some of you experienced folk recommend some good books for rookies? What are your favorites for investment strategies, marketing, selling, etc.?

Question for my 401k focused advisors out there--what programs are you using that is instrumental to your 401k practice that you simply can't do without? I'm being pitched on Envestnet & im not sold.

Anyone tried meditating and found it helpful to deal with work stress (or just stress in general)?

For those in PE why would you abandon a $250K/ year job for Bschool

Just filled out a referral application for McKinsey. I feel I probably have less than a 2% chance of hearing back.. but you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take right?

Best consulting firms to target for Supply Chain & Operations Strategy apart from MBB after graduating from MIT SCM

What do you want to accomplish or experience before you die? How does your job support or impede this?

After a year using my home office setup, especially the 27 inch monitor, how can I ever go back to the traveling life with tiny laptop screen? 😔

What is the best consultancy for Media and Entertainment work? Considering a move…

Do you have any book/video/whatever recommendations for how to be a good manager/lead? I'm trying to make the transition and get more responsibility

How does changing company logo temporarily really signal anything? It’s a few seconds worth of efforts and perhaps are more for PR purpose than anything. Maybe it’s just me

What’s with Pro and Conversation starter? Is 🐠 bowl the new FACEBOOK?

CAIA vs CFA?

One of the reasons I want to transition from industry to consulting (tier 1) is that I get frustrated when I have to collaborate with mediocre people. My assumption is that Tier 1 consulting firms hire really sharp people and if I can get in, I’ll be collaborating with folks on top of their game (not expecting much from clients). I’m aware there are personal aspects I need to work on like my mindset, patience etc etc, but I just get so frustrated with blatant stupidity.

What percentage of your money do you save, invest, allocate to retirement, & spend?

Anyone have any recommendations for home office ergonomic desk chairs?

Does anyone mine bitcoin?? Any advice for someone interested in getting in to bitcoin??

I feel stuck as a Strategy Manager and want to make a career pivot at 35. But have no idea what i should do? Any suggestions, resources or books that I should read to help with my existential mid thirties crisis? I have experience in technology consulting, corporate strategy, freelance consulting and law. Do I go back to being an Attorney, or do I retrain and become a financial advisor or something else?

Any good business/consulting books on amazon kindle that y’all have read that has helped you in your job?

How long does it take you to feel comfortable in a new project?

Hi 🐠 . Could you recommend some great books on people management and leadership?

Tips on working for managers you don’t trust/look up to?

I’m having to consistently fix things they do/catch their mistake/organize the team because they’re not doing a great job at it. Tried vocalizing it but they’re not the best listeners and are pretty young (mid 20s)

Procurement peeps - how do y’all learn about and develop category strategies. Are there books or other sources of information that have helped you?