Work at Big 4. I have been approached by mid tier firms about interviewing for Partner positions. I am considering starting this process, but would like to get some different perspectives from others. I am probably 2 years away in current situation based on recent discussions.

How can I start learning about embedded programming? I was turned down from a great job because my experience is all windows server, they were looking for embedded Linux. I mentioned my raspberry pi projects in the interview, what else can I look into?

I had a second round(which was a final round as well) of an interview couple of days back. But yet to receive any feedback on it. Normally how much time hr team takes for a revert? Waiting makes me feel anxious.

I need tips on how to remain calm during a interview. I naturally have high anxiety and it always holds me back during interviews. Any advice will be appreciated !

How do you tell a company that you have upcoming in-person interviews for, that you want to withdraw from the process? Did some more research and it doesn’t sound like a good place to be at.

Hi All,
I am based out of chennai. Got an interview call from GS today for Bangalore location. Will GS provide complete wfh in my case?

Common questions from HR during the interview process? Making my first agency move and want to be prepared.

Hi Fellow Fishies,

I am reaching out because I was recently contacted to interview for Cigna Provider Engagement Development Program. I wanted to see if I could connect with anyone on here that I can help give a breakdown of what this program entails, day-to-day, and WLB. Any tips on the interview and interview process for anyone working in this position? I would be truly grateful for any help or information that can be provided!

Cigna

Hi! I have been seriously applying for weeks upon weeks for a scrum master position/agile coach. But it’s hard getting an offer 😢

Hi Folks,

I have my interview on Monday for Data Scientist position at Walmart Global Tech India
First round is ML engineering Aspect round
Can some tell what should I prepare?
Should I focus on coding or machine learning algorithms or anything else?

Thanks

Any books/self help materials for someone who is constantly worrying (and waste a lot of unnecessary time)? E.g. No matter if i pass or fail an interview, there is always something to worry about. The worrying/anxiety multiplies when I proceeded further in the interview stages. Now that I signed the offer and is pending background checks, my anxiety is off the roof as it itches closer to my starting date.

Has anyone recently interviewed with Verily? Any guidance on what to expect in an interview for a TPM role ?

A quick check. How many of you got the project after joining in coforge? If you got the project is it same client which was promised while interview process? Please respond.

Amazon had initially scheduled 4 rounds of interview on 2 consecutive days. I finished 2 rounds in the first day. On the second day, they rescheduled one interview to the next week and then they canceled both the rounds. Does this mean I'm out of the process?

Thinking about making the switch to transaction / deal advisory this spring. Just completed my 3rd busy season (sr 1) in audit and wanted to hear experiences of how hard it is to switch / difficulties moving from a national firm to B4 with a different service line.

Hello Fishes, can any one let me know, what would they ask in PMD round in IBM interview..

My mat leave ends next month and I am absolutely dreading it. I’m fortunate that my baby is easy going and sleeping well so my time with her has been great. I’ve been getting bad anxiety thinking about returning to work. I’ve seen women post about how they couldn’t wait to go back to work so I feel strange that I’m not like that. Anyone else been through this?

How important is it to provide availability for more immediate dates than later dates?
I was asked for availability for 3 interviews in a day. However I'm traveling for work next week but I don't want to lose out on this opportunity just cause I will give a later availability date.

Is jomashop legit with brand new watches and how are they so cheap?

Just financed a new vehicle and the finance company will only allow payment with a debit card. Are there any debit card deals out there that do cash back or are worth looking into to pay off a ~30k vehicle to get some cash back or points?

What's your favorite part of this business?

Anyone have experience with meditation vs prescription medications for anxiety?

I'm looking for a good real estate conference to attend with my team. Any suggestions?

I submitted my two week notice a week ago and I’ve been the most unproductive and unmotivated I’ve ever been. Getting the smaller piece of work done just kills me. Is this normal?

I’m new to freelancing but am at a point I need a business license—unfortunately I’m currently renting and my contract says I can’t use my apartment address for my business. What can I do?

Turned the six upside down it's a nine now

Working on a fan screenplay. Any comments on doing stuff for someone else's property?

Dell XPS 13 or M1 MacBook for product design work?

Do we need to work in 3rd shift in accenture?? Can we say no to them?? My grade is 8

International tax M1 salaries? I’m M/HCOL

I need to book a Marriott hotel on the West side of Manhattan for the 4th of July evening. Are there any where I would have a good chance of being able to use a Marriott Suite Night Award? .

Ecd: You’re not ready for A CD title and increase. Even though the clients love you. You win pitches. Awards. Etc

Ecd: please can you take the meeting my flight was delayed (again)

Me:

Ever since the firm informed me that my salary would be reduced by 20% due to coronavirus’s impact on collections, my workload has increased at least 20%. I’m struggling not to be salty. Thoughts?

Have you noticed inflation and the general chaos we're moving through affecting your business and firm? Just asking for different perspectives here, not a political discussion.

Anyone transition from a technical tax guru to a rainmaker, later in their career?

What are some key ways you balance stress and not taking it out on others/family? It's something I'm always working on but none of us are perfect. That said, I've made vast improvements. During the winter it's always harder as I feel many of my outlets are limited [like golf etc]

Any firms that use CCH make sure your invoices are being checked carefully. We just reviewed ours and were over-billed the last 2 years. We were supposed to have discounts and the math wasn’t even correct across for the amount times the discount to the amount billed. The worst part is our rep then gave a bullshit story of how the list price was incorrect on the invoice but the amount billed was correct.

I started a firm with three other colleagues about a year and a half ago. We all came from the same bigger firm and now obviously we are considered a very small. We want to make our first hire and hire someone for around $100,000 as a manager to manage around $200,000 of work. They came back at $120,000. After taxes and benefits that’s $150k to manage and prepare $200k of work. Anyone own a smaller firm who can share opinion? How much work should one manage for that kind of salary?

I work a midsize regional firm and, no surprise, we are hemorrhaging staff. And it’s the good ones leaving. Some for family offices and industry positions, which I can understand. But others for smaller accounting firms as staff and seniors which just seems like a career killer to me. I’m convinced we need to do retention bonuses, raises, and recruit new talent by paying above market. Of course I’m a younger partner and don’t have the pull to actually make this happen. Thoughts?

Vaccine mandates over finally. Except for the unconstitutional hypocritical NYC mandate.

Where are all the accounting professionals going? Competitive pay and benefits aren’t enticing enough. People want work/life balance but how can firms provide that when the workforce supply is so low yet demand is at an all-time high. If technology is the answer are there firms that are successfully implementing solutions?

Work in tax, moved to a new state a number of years ago and didn't transfer my CPA license. Got a partner offer from a top six firm in my new state. Can I become a partner before I transfer my license to my new state?

How does leaving a cpa firm partnership work? I have no next role set up but feel like it might be best to give notice and start the process now. Thanks for any advice.

What's your best advice for someone who wants to make Partner and is early in their career?

What does everyone think about the EY news?

What are the partner buy in at the B4?

Does everyone have a vacation home EXCEPT me? Chime in — good investment/bad? How often used? Kids? Pets?

What is the comp model for partners at A&M

What are salaries for a tax principal in hcol? This is for non-equity.

2nd year partner at a top 6 accounting firm. Have offer from big 4 for $200K more annually. Don’t really want to take it, but how can I not.? That’s approx a college education annually after tax. Should I try to negotiate or just take the money and jump ship. Feeling Seriously undervalued for what I’m bringing to the firm in terms of people building, sales, book of business. Hate to not be loyal, but $200K is $200K. Advice please

No judgment tax question. Would a covered deck extension and repair to be used for work purposes (home office) be classified a deductible business expense? Need guidance.

Newer partner and first time having extra money to invest. I’ve maxed my 401k contributions past few years and currently have the rest in a brokerage account. I’m planing for a lot more contributions the next ~20 years until I retire. What does everyone else do? Is the Roth IRA the way to go? 529 plans for the kids?