KPMG Audit v Grant Thornton Forensics: How to avoid shooting myself in the foot

Hi all,

Here's my situation: I'm entertaining FT offers from KPMG audit (ATL) and GT Forensics (NYC). I was on the public accounting track until this summer, when I tried pivoting to IB. I landed a few interviews with midsizes and regional boutiques but no luck. My current plan is GT in NYC, where I'll try to network myself into a more favorable position. Here are some of the pros and cons I've come up with; please lmk if some don't look right.

Pros: - NYC >> ATL for finance - My understanding is that GT's forensics regularly/occasionally works with banks on due diligence-type projects, among others - I'd enjoy the work more - Great team and mentors

Cons: - No Big 4 resume prestige - Cost of living's going to shred my GT associate salary (though I can make do) - Forensics has a slower progression than audit or tax

Additional Background: - My two internships were in industry accounting, a result of casting my net too small during recruiting season - Graduating with a MAcc and BBA in May, and I'll be able to sit for the CPA. - KPMG offer expires Wednesday

Thanks!

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