JD/LLMs in Big 4, why are you here vs working at a law firm?

Do companies weigh certs more than hands-on experience? (ie: open source contributions, projects, etc) Asking b/c I'm joining big 4 in cyber and wanted to know whether I should prioritize certs over developing my skillet through projects? Thanks

How do the big 4 look upon LLC’s and their employees starting a business on the side as long as it was disclosed?

In general, how is WLB for due diligence in B4 firms?

What sort of salary increase (in %) should you expect when jumping from B4 to a smaller consulting firm as a junior resource?

Thinking about switching to mid-tier from B4. Honestly not sure about how I'll like the switch -anyone make the switch and ultimately decide they made the wrong choice and switch back?

Do other big 4 have Executive Assistants? KPMG is saying they are doing what other big 4 models are using. Do the partners and MDs do their on admin work?

What’s the rank hierarchy like in IBM? Where would an “Associate Partner” sit in comparison to a big 4 consulting firm? Got an offer I am evaluating

Considering transferring to big 4. Will just taking exams be enough for an experienced hire or do i need the license? Hopefully they're desperate enough right before busy season for the former

Currently working in a Management Consulting role in Big 4 (not front office). Got an offer from Product Based company that is more of value consulting and business development role. and Its a new team catering to Partner ecosystem of the company. I am doing good in my current role.

Any insights or suggestions would be greatly appreciated

Hey you guys!

I have 3 offers in hand one as follows :

1. Big 4 - 14 LPA ( Fixed Component)
2. One of the renowned Retail Company - 13 LPA(Fixed Component including PF contribution)- CTC is ~ 13.7 LPA
3. A Bank - 13 LPA ( Fixed A + B) ( hoping not to join)

Please give your suggestions!
Analytics domain.
years of WE : ~2 years
Current CTC : 9.45 CTC (Fixed - 8 LPA & Variable - 1.5 Lpa)

Would you leave a great team for another big 4 or industry for an earlier promo / pay bump? I love my team and work right now but I really am not happy with the pay...

HCOL - Big 4 / Mid Tier FDD (S1, S2, M1) - what offers did people get for base and sign on bonus this past year?

Big 4 question: within the same firm, do 1st year partners roughly make the same across the board irrespective of service line? So an Assurance partner would get a bigger pay bump than Advisory? Etc.

Hello! Looking for guidance on SALT senior manager salary in the Boston market. I’ve been a senior manager for 3 years in NYC. I know it will be less, but I’m not sure how much less. I know it can be a wide range, looking for ball park estimates as I start my search since I do not plan on moving within my current firm. Specifically wondering what Big 4, RSM, Grant Thornton, etc. would pay. Thanks!

I am working for 12-14 hours a day in a non client facing role at one of the big 4. What are some of the exit opportunities I can think of in the next 1-2 years? I want to have a 9-6 job with decent pay.

Any other former B4 or MBB partners glad they left consulting for FAANG leadership role? As one who is so glad I am doing something different after 20 years in the “grind” I am looking for others who have made the move!

Got an offer from b4 for a lateral move. The offer was only 7% more than my base with no sign on bonus. I told the recruiter I thought the base was a little low because we have salary raises and bonuses coming eff July and am on target for 10% raise and 10% bonus. What should my counter offer be?
I was thinking a 15% salary raise and a 7% sign on bonus would be fair?

Los Angeles M&A tax - which B4 has the best work/culture/pay? Thank you thank you!

Intern to full-time raise? Current TC: 96k (78k base + 18k bonus). How much should I ask for the full-time role? (PM at a fintech startup in LA)

Hi all! Not sure if this is the right place to post, but I’m looking to network and for new opportunities in marketing in the finance sector. I have almost 10 years experience in acquisition marketing and am really looking for growth opportunities to expand my skill set and knowledge. I’m curious also if anyone has experience going from the standard banking industry to a fintech and their thoughts! Thank you :)

Thinking about switching to mid-tier from B4. Honestly not sure about how I'll like the switch -anyone make the switch and ultimately decide they made the wrong choice and switch back?

MTA announces 5.5% fare hikes the day CNN announces it’s the most expensive city to live in. 😑

Is it worth to resign in this recession time ?

Can anyone please suggest me the best city to settle for an IT professional for better carrier options?

What is the pay band for Engagement Manager at McKinsey? Is there any difference in pay for regular consulting track and McKinsey digital?

Does anyone use TikTok to find candidates? My marketing team brought it up to me and I am curious to see if any other companies are using it or having success with it. 🤔

Indians not allowed to invest in Vanguard ETFs? What are the other options?

What’s your failure story?

We all talk and celebrate success stories often but let’s share our failures for a change :)

Anyone who filed a paper tax return and already got their refund? What date did you send yours? I sent mine 20th March but still awaiting refund. “Where’s my refund” doesn’t load any info either.

Is LinkedIn premium worth it?

Hi All,

I received a temporary employment contract from a very reputed company in Dubai based on my previous association with them.

I know only limited contract or an unlimited contract. What is this temporary employment contract? Can someone help me?

How do you all find mentors? I’ve been put in a much larger role and am struggling to define my role as I’ve never seen it done closely (not well). I feel I need to talk with someone else in the industry to get real answers to challenges that could make or break me in this role.

What’s one word you would use to describe dating in NYC?

Confession : I joined this bowl to read spicy confessions. I don't see anything of that sort happening here! 😂

Hello, this is my 2nd week at a new company in a role that doesn’t align with my skill set. I needed a job so i decided to accept this position. However, i saw an internal position that is more in line with my skill set and background. Company policy, one must be in current position for 6 months before bidding out or must have Directors approval. Should I express my interest in the more suited role with my supervisor or wait? If so, how would you approach the situation? Any advice appreciated.

Offered an HR Generalist role in NC and trying to get a good offer thats comparable with having 8 yrs of experience in HR administration. What’s the salary range that would be viable for negotiation?

If your client hasn't received approval for their PPP loan forgiveness, should you hold off on filing their tax return until they hear back?

Can anyone share the type of tax services/specialized tax that you are currently doing and associated the compensations and career outcomes? I’m currently a SA1 in SALT compliance and I’m thinking pivot my career to other tax service line, perhaps international. I’m hoping I can make to manager level after 3yrs and making 150k in NYC. Is that realistic goal?

Do you have to be good at Excel to be in EY’s TTT group?

Need advice on paying for state tax. I moved to a TX(no state income tax) three years ago. I made several attempts but failed to get a TX DL. Now my prior state ask me to file for their state income tax Bc I kept my prior DL and filed federal income tax with their state address. I explained my work can prove that I have reside in TX and worked on site every week. They said I still need to pay state income tax Bc I didn’t change my ID and I filed fed income tax with my prior address. Help!

Any tips on how you can get quoted in tax and finance related articles? I’ve tried reaching out to journalists but it seems they’re stubborn about quoting the same darn people.

Anyone else reviewing the efile packages in detail or just skimming through? My eyes are getting so dry staring at these packages

Can you deduct 50% of a home office if you use it 50% for business and 50% for W-2 work?

I know you can deduct a portion of a room if only a portion is used for business, but what about splitting expenses based on usage instead of area?

Is anyone an Enrolled Agent? If so - what was your studying journey like? Do you work at a public accounting firm or have your own business? I'm studying right now. Drop any tips about your career path, greatly appreciated!

How much can you earn as cpa tax senior in private vs public, hcol?

Have less than a year left until promotion to manager and no parts of the CPA passed. Should I start looking or just embrace a rough year? Any tips/suggestions would be appreciated!

I work in tax at one of the big 4. Currently i don't feel like I fit in and am having trouble keeping up with work/learning. The stress gets to me so much that it affects my personal life. Part of me wants to give up and leave the firm and PA in general. But also I don't want to give up on all my past effort to get here. I'm thinking of changing to another big 4. Do you think it makes a lot of difference? Or is just the same thing, different name?

How would you explain what a provision is? I just realized even though I have done them, I still have no idea how to explain what it is. Preparing a provision WP to me feels just like preparing a tax return WP but with the additions of deferreds schedule and VAs. TIA!

How are manager jobs like in industry for a regular tax department or Fund? Enough to stay busy with few or any weekends? Depending on the region I assume 115k-180k for most?

Dear fellow tax accountants, 9/15 is near, but the work isn't done yet. If you have capacity and have been offline since Friday, you suck.

Love,
A sleep deprived tax senior

P.s. help me!

Torn between wanting exposure to complex projects and transitioning to a management role.

I really wanna get into management consulting/PAS, from tax. I hate tax. Don't wanna waste my youth doing this when I know I can be my best elsewhere. Any recs on how?

CPAs who did M&A tax in Public Accounting and left - would you mind sharing where did you go and what made you leave M&A tax? TIA!

Experienced staff just sent me a 1040 at midnight. "No extension payment necessary". Hmmm I think you're missing the 40M of income we discussed last week. 😉

I’m an experienced tax associate at a midsize firm. My group focuses on tax returns for high net worth individuals. I mainly work on 1040s and 1041s, some 1120s and a couple of 1065s. What are some exit opportunities for me? This coming tax season will be my third one and I’m planning to leave after. Industry jobs seem interesting but it looks like many of the job descriptions are more aligned with people who have a background in audit. Some advice pls??