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!