Hi All,

I have an initial phone interview with E&Y TAS for their complex securities position. Any of you currently in that group or know someone who is? I know the run-of-the-mill responsibilities off of the job description, but would like some more color on the true day-to-day responsibilities and types of engagements. Thanks!

Hi all,

Long time reader, first time poster.

So I've managed to get myself offers for BSc Accounting and Finance at LSE and for A&F at another top 10 university (UK), but it is run by a Big 4 firm, and offers paid internships throughout, a paid year out with them and a almost guaranteed job with them at the end (as long as you don't do anything stupid...like burn down their office).

Whilst going in to the Big 4 degree looks attractive, a part of me wants to go to LSE simply because its LSE (the IB networking opportunities, being an LSE alumnus may pay off later on, prestige etc)

Hi all,

Long time reader, first time poster.

So I've managed to get myself offers for BSc Accounting and Finance at LSE and for A&F at another top 10 university (UK), but it is run by a Big 4 firm, and offers paid internships throughout, a paid year out with them and a almost guaranteed job with them at the end (as long as you don't do anything stupid...like burn down their office).

Whilst going in to the Big 4 degree looks attractive, a part of me wants to go to LSE simply because its LSE (the IB networking opportunities, being an LSE alumnus may pay off later on, prestige etc)

I'm in the interview process for a Senior Consultant position in FSO Enterprise Intelligence position in NYC. I am pretty confident that I am getting the job. However I am more interested in getting some info on what you guys know about that group. Hows the group? good opportunity for growth? how are salary and bonus compared to market? overstaffed or understaffed teams? Seniors treated like Seniors or is it a BS title? etc. Trying to get a better understanding than what I am hearing in the interviews because I always feel like people are blowing smoke and trying to shmooze too hard. E&Y reached out to me ( I never applied or considered leaving, but if the price is right and opportunity exists than I would consider it)

Hi WSO Members,

Wanted your opinion on a career choice I am in the process of making.

A little background, state school grad, UTC rotational program grad. Planning to apply to MBA school Aug 2013.

I have the option of joining the UTC internal audit program and just interviewed at a small consulting group, E&Y(advisory), Fannie Mae (Finance Analyst), and Dell (Finance Analyst).

Just based 100% on my job selection - which one do you think would be the best path to a top 5 MBA school ?

1) Should I just stick with the UTC internal Audit group

or

2) Should I jump ship and get another company/ experience under my belt? and if so, would E&Y advisory, or a Financial analyst position at FM or Dell be best?

Both are great, but I am having some trouble deciding. I know this is vague, but I'd love to hear your thoughts! I am a senior in college.

Both are great, but I am having some trouble deciding. I know this is vague, but I'd love to hear your thoughts! I am a senior in college.

Hi, everyone! I have my final EY in-office interview for the FSO Technology Advisory Program this Friday in San Francisco. I am curious - how is the case study? What's it about, and what should I study besides general case study guides? I only ask because the program covers so many different areas...

Thanks!

Hi guys, I would love to hear if you know anything about the program, especially the interview process. I heard that for superday it will be a case interview, what is the format of this case. Moreover, is this similar to the cases in CIP and LOMS of Victor Cheng? And also would this be considered management consulting or a different type of consulting?
Thanks alot.

Does anyone have information on the clients that EY FSO advisory services?

Hi all,

Just curious what exit ops might be expected from doing a summer internship in E&Y's Business Adviser Program. The program seems interesting, but the nature of the work seems a bit narrow considering it focuses primarily on financial services and not much on the strategy side.

Does anyone know or have experience with a.) what areas within the practice I should focus on, b.) how to leverage this experience (whether it's after the summer or a few years into my career) to get into M/B/B or P/E. c.) will top b-schools look favorably on E&Y experience?

Also generally, if anyone can comment on the type of work for summer hires that would be greatly appreciated.

Hi,

I'm a junior in college looking for internships, and recently applied to and received offers from EY for their Business Advisor Program and Deloitte for their ERS program (business risk). The Deloitte program is for Boston and EY for New York, though I have no real preference for location. The salaries are also comparable. On paper, they are both great offers.

My concern is about exactly what I will get out of each program. I'm interested in consulting in a broad sense, be it risk, strategy, or a combination of both. I want to make sure the position I take will give me good experience in that area, though I would want to remain with whichever firm I choose for a while.

I have an upcoming 2nd round interview at E&Y for their Technology Advisor Program (TAP) in their Financial Services Office (FSO) in Charlotte. Does anyone here know what the interview will be like?

I was told that the interview process involves 2 behavioral interviews and a case interview. Can anyone tell me what kind of question are there in the interview? would then be technical or just behavior. Also, I tried to find out what kind of case will it be but get no answer, does anyone who has taken the interview can give me an idea? Or if no, the cases for BAP is also OK because they both belong to the FSO. I wish to have some examples of the case, also, I want to know is the case with TAP the same with that of BAP or not.

I have offers from both Ernst & Young's Business Advisory Practice (Financial Services Office) and Accenture's Management Consulting Development Program. My degree is in finance but I fit better into the consulting world and management consulting would be a great place to be.

Any thoughts on what might be the best place to start right out of school?

All,

Does anyone know the difference between EY Audit NY (Financial Services Office) and Deloitte audit (general) NY?

I know for EY the clients all comprise of financial institutions. Is this good or would a broader client expsoure (Deloitte) be better? Any differences in office culture?

Would appreciate any insights that you guys have. Thanks in advance.

Hey folks,

Its been 12 months since I started with a EY in southwest area (Houston, Dallas). I recently received an offer from GT in the same city for Valuation Service Group (VSG).

EY office is about 900 employees total, around half in audit. GT is 200 employees total, about 9 in valuation. Work is mostly 141, estate, and purchase valuation for wellsites.

I have been looking to make a transition from Audit to more finance related roles for a while because my career aspiration is in energy investment banking.

So far, this is the only offer I have and first round. I know that EY allow transfer from audit to TS after 3 years of audit experience. I am not sure if I can wait since I hope to do MBA around that timeframe.

Does anyone know what the starting accounting salary is for someone at the Big 4 who has 150 credit hours? (I know you can start at 150 credit hours and still be working toward your MBA).

I plan on starting during my last year of grad school, I will have 150 credit hours but no MBA for another year after starting.

Is there an increase when you achieve your MBA and CPA?

How about your J.D - does anybody work for the Big 4 and have a law degree on top of your MBA and CPA?

Please let me know which firm & city you work for.

Thanks!

Hey guys,

I got invited to a super day this Friday for the "Business Analyst Program" which is a four year rotational program within E&Y's Financial Services Office.

I have been able to pick up a little bit from reading their website, but I was wondering if anyone had gone through the interview process and/or gone through the rotational program.

I was kind of interested on the exit opportunities and the interview aspect (what type of questions I should expect).

Any advice or guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

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landed an interview for Ernst and Young government and public sector consulting branch. anyone have any insight as to what expect? typical case study interview. etc? thanks!

I have an upcoming 2nd round interview at E&Y for their Business Advisor Program (BAP) in their Financial Services Office (FSO) in NYC. Does anyone here know anything about this group, and the interview process?

The interview process involves 2 behavioral interviews, a case interview and a writing assessment. I have no clue what type of case interview to expect. If anyone can provide some insight, I'd really appreciate it.

Most of the work that this group does is provide various advisory services to financial institutions including banking/capital markets clients, asset managers, and insurance companies. Services include areas such as risk management, treasury, accounting, securitization, regulatory compliance, finance, operations and internal audit.

Thanks in advance

I go to a non-target and got accepted for an interview at E&Y business advisor intern program. It is a new program for interns. I'm a little nervous for the interview. any suggestions for the interview. it is taking place at my universities campus. is anyone in the 4 year post-grad business advisory program who can give me any tips? I think i got lucky getting accepted for the interview since I go to a non-target and i have a okay gpa. my goals after grad are management consulting 2 years -> MBA -> consulting or private equity.

I am working at E&Y India TAS team in India having 2 years of work ex currently. I graduated in finance from the top business undergrad school in India with an average score (65%, GPA 3-3.2). Although EY TAS in India (top of Bloomberg league table for dealmakers, Yes, GS & BOA are behind EY in India!) is the best in M&A they have a reputation of doing due diligence and audit in the US. That is a big problem while applying to the US schools

The ECA in college is very decent - Headed College Festival (15000+ footfalls), Organised India's largest debating event, youngest at Asia's largest management summit at IIM Ahmedabad etc.

I am aiming at HBS/Wharton/INSEAD etc for 2011 admissions. I am ready to postpone my application to just be sure of getting a Top 10 call.

The options are:
A) Get into a smaller firm as an associate to show progression (since you cant become associate at EY India without an MBA)
B) Join a Govt developmental agency (cant reveal the name) and do some good work for a year using my knowledge of finance to bring about changes at a ground level in my country
C) Join a start-up in an emerging sector (say carbon credit economy)

I have worked with a public consulting company for 2-3 years mainly doing M&A strategy work. I have recently received offers from E&Y's TAS group in business integration, and a small boutique firm which focuses in the tech space - which pays 35-40% more and offers a more entrepreneurial environment (doing strategy and M&A consulting; buy and sell side advisory).

I already have my MBA from a top 25 school, and want to know which of these two options would be a better option if I want to get into the PE space in a couple years. (I have always figured I rather be working directly for the PE making the $$$ vs helping them throughout the transaction life-cycle via a consulting firm).

Anyone with experience or thoughts on this would be a huge help!

Which one would you take?
1. PwC Transaction Services
2. EY Transaction Advisory Services

What are some factors you would consider (besides the people factor)?

In terms of prestige and MBA opportunities would you choose Duff & phelps or Ernst & Young transaction advisory services? Both positions are for valuation.

I'm not necessarily looking into transitioning into investment banking. But in terms of work life balance, and a shot at top 10 MBAs, what are your opinions? What is the overall perception of analysts at these firms?

Is anyone familiar with Ernst & Young's FSO client list? I know UBS is one of their largest clients but I want to see more color. I can look through the SEC website but its is quite arduous. Does anyone have a first hand understanding?