Big 4 Audit to Principal Investment

Hello folks!

Can anyone help me answer how an auditor like me can get into principal investment position?

I am becoming a senior associate (my 3rd year) at KPMG, and just started looking for a next step in finance industry. After a little study, I found principal investment most attractive since they seem to require some accounting specialty.

Just to give you my brief background, I have 2 year experience in military, 1 year in Deutsche Bank in internal control/risk management department, 2 years in KPMG, and acquired MS degree in Accounting and Finance.

It will be a great help if anyone can advise me what the best way is to transition my career to PI position.

Few more questions are; 1) How should I find and apply PI position that available right now? any recommended website or career forum/events to attend?

2) What banks or firms are known for PI business? I know GS PIA is the most well-known, but would like to seek further info.

3) What is the compensation range?

Again, thank you all who are willing to help me!!

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