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    December 01, 2020

    Accounting Updated Accounting Recruiting Guide & /r/Accounting Posting Guidelines

    Updated Accounting Recruiting Guide & /r/Accounting Posting Guidelines

    Posted: 27 May 2015 04:42 AM PDT

    Hey All, as the subreddit has nearly tripled its userbase and viewing activity since I first submitted the recruiting guide nearly two years ago, I felt it was time to expand on the guide as well as state some posting guidelines for our community as it continues to grow, currently averaging over 100k unique users and nearly 800k page views per month.

    This accounting recruiting guide has more than double the previous content provided which includes additional tips and a more in-depth analysis on how to prepare for interviews and the overall recruiting process.

    The New and Improved Public Accounting Recruiting Guide

    Also, please take the time to read over the following guidelines which will help improve the quality of posts on the subreddit as well as increase the quality of responses received when asking for advice or help:

    /r/Accounting Posting Guidelines:

    1. Use the search function and look at the resources in the sidebar prior to submitting a question. Chances are your question or a similar question has been asked before which can help you ask a more detailed question if you did not find what you're looking for through a search.
    2. Read the /r/accounting Wiki/FAQ and please message the Mods if you're interested in contributing more content to expand its use as a resource for the subreddit.
    3. Remember to add "flair" after submitting a post to help the community easily identify the type of post submitted.
    4. When requesting career advice, provide enough information for your background and situation including but not limited to: your region, year in school, graduation date, plans to reach 150 hours, and what you're looking to achieve.
    5. When asking for homework help, provide all your attempted work first and specifically ask what you're having trouble with. We are not a sweatshop to give out free answers, but we will help you figure it out.
    6. You are all encouraged to submit current event articles in order to spark healthy discussion and debate among the community.
    7. If providing advice from personal experience on the subreddit, please remember to keep in mind and take into account that experiences can vary based on region, school, and firm and not all experiences are equal. With that in mind, for those receiving advice, remember to take recommendations here with a grain of salt as well.
    8. Do not delete posts, especially submissions under a throwaway. Once a post is deleted, it can no longer be used as a reference tool for the rest of the community. Part of the benefit of asking questions here is to share the knowledge of others. By deleting posts, you're preventing future subscribers from learning from your thread.

    If you have any questions about the recruiting guide or posting guidelines, please feel free to comment below.

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    My audit seasonal depression is coming

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 01:01 PM PST

    Amen

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 06:28 AM PST

    Employee Appreciation Day

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 11:01 AM PST

    WFH lately

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 03:35 PM PST

    CPA Canada is such a greedy self governing body

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 01:37 PM PST

    These assholes have some of the highest annual membership out of all professional bodies and the return on those dues is an embarrassment of a self governing body

    Sorry just had to rant ..

    It's embarrassing to be associated with such ineptitude and greed.

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    Almost that time again folks

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 04:11 PM PST

    Busy season is among us

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 06:09 PM PST

    Classic

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 04:56 PM PST

    [CAN] Exit opportunities: B4 vs midsize

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 07:40 PM PST

    I'm staff 1 at a midsize firm (BDO, MNP, GT). About to be moved to staff 2 in audit.

    I've always wanted to work at a big 4 firm because of how amazing the exit opportunities are. The prestige of the big 4 brand is superior, and I feel like it would open so many more doors in terms of career opportunities down the line compared to midsize...

    Now my dilemma. I love my firm. The people are great, the hours aren't too bad (mostly 50-60 hours even in busy season) and I genuinely feel comfortable. My concern is leaving for B4, working 90 hours a week, hating it, and missing my old firm. It's still too early to say for sure but I don't want to stay in audit forever. Having said that I do believe moving to big 4 will give me so much more opportunity when I ultimately decide to leave. Change my mind

    To anyone that left midsize for big 4, how was it? How difficult was it changing the size of the companies you audit? Work life balance compared to midsize? Ultimately, would you go back and do it again?

    TLDR; working in midsize wondering if the jump to b4 is worth it based on the exit opportunities in b4 vs. Midsize

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    Am I crazy? Leaving Govt job for Big 4

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 10:11 PM PST

    I'm 30 years old and have been working as a state auditor for 7 years. Pros: Excellent benefits, pension, 40 hour work weeks, flex schedule, stress free. Cons: Little room for growth, constant salary freezes

    I'm currently going back for my masters and connected with Deloitte. I applied and was offered an entry level job, audit and assurance. The starting pay is basically what I'm making now.

    Am I crazy to switch from government to B4? I don't mind working hard and believe B4 will open many doors, room for growth and constant salary increases.

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    Public accounting work- life balance

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 07:55 PM PST

    do people in public accounting have time to do regular stuff like go to the gym, hang out with friends, etc. or is it really as bad as it sounds?

    submitted by /u/Own_Season
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    Seems like this belongs here.

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 08:30 AM PST

    How is it possible that I have had Becker since 4/2018?

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 05:06 PM PST

    I'll be honest I have been lazy on studying, but I just logged in and saw it expires 12/31/20. How have I gotten it for so long? Did they extend it beyond 18 months?

    submitted by /u/IDontWannaBeACPA
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    Rona or no Rona, make your darn deposits :)

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 09:14 PM PST

    Beset Advice Tips for beginning big 4 audit job (and what I should expect)

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 11:11 PM PST

    I feel like this might have been posted a billion times but I couldn't find a post for it.

    What are tips that you guys have for starting at a Big 4 audit position? I start next week right before busy season, so I'm assuming I'm about to be thrown into the deep end lol.

    What can I expect with how work is gonna go and any great prep/ other things I should do as an FNG?

    Anything helps!

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    Difference Between Risk Advisory/Risk Consulting/Internal Audit

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 08:57 PM PST

    what really is the difference between risk advisory and consulting? also is internal audit and risk consulting essentially the same thing (testing internal controls and conducting walkthroughs etc)?

    trying to figure out what i really want to do with an accounting + banking and finance major

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    CPAs against climate change

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 12:44 PM PST

    Hi! I usually find helpful insights whenever I post here so going to try my luck again.

    I'm looking for some information on how I could use my CPA and accounting knowledge towards fighting climate change. That could be through potential jobs, volunteering, or supporting anything that will help fight climate change using my skills. Any ideas on:

    1) What could I do? Please be specific about what kind of companies I should get involved with or organizations I could volunteer with.

    2) Where can I find information about potential actions I could take? Anything that will help me with finding more information on this will be greatly helpful.

    Thanks!

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    [US] Can an SSDI income black hole be fixed?

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 09:55 PM PST

    I'll make this as short as I can. I was injured in a fall in the Army in 2003, deployed to Iraq in 2004, then was deemed too broken to continue service in 2006. I had a normal hourly job in late 2006/early 2007, moved to Chicago in 2007, then got a medical sample job through a contact at the VA.

    Thing is, I didn't know what independent contractor jobs were, so I assumed the company handled all the tax stuff like a normal job. I worked there for nearly two years, but eventually had to apply for full disability first through the VA and then SSDI.

    Now it turns out there's a gaping hole in my income statement for that time period because I wasn't self reporting like I should have been. 1) this probably leaves me open to an audit; and b) I assume I'm missing out on SSDI work credits that would give income I badly need.

    I assume there's a process for fixing this, is there an FAQ somewhere that runs me through the fixes? Can I do it myself or should I splurge on an accountant to do it?

    Thank you for your help, have a nice weekend, and stay safe!

    LJ

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    Work is offering me a work cell phone, what does this mean?

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 05:25 PM PST

    I understand work phones/reimbursements are common at B4, but this is foreign to me. Does this mean they expect me to answer calls after 5pm? Weekends?

    submitted by /u/IDontWannaBeACPA
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    Prometric and NTS Question

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 08:25 PM PST

    So does your DL have to EXACTLY match your NTS? A little overwhelming and confused but does the middle initial have to be there on the NTS since my drivers license has first name-middle initial-second middle name - last name.

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    EY Toronto - Do they hire back?

    Posted: 01 Dec 2020 08:17 PM PST

    I'll be working in EY's Toronto office really soon in the summer for their Assurance practice. Just wondering if they usually hire interns back full-time or should I be prepared to start looking for a full-time position? I've heard that as long as you don't royally fuck up that you should be fine but thought I'd check. Thanks!

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