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Realistic exit ops with B4 valuation experience
I have 2.5 YOE in B4 and have been trying to break into IB for the past year. With exposure to business valuation, financial modeling (ie work with dedicated modeling team), and transaction support services, where can I reasonably look to break into? I've interviewed for a variety of different roles...
How useful is Big 4 infra advisory for moving into IB/PE?
I have 2 years of infra experience but I don't think my profile is good enough for IB/PE yet. Is Big 4 infra advisory a good springboard into IB/PE? What are my alternatives?
Big 4 audit vs mid-tier transaction advisory (FDD/TS) in UK
Recently finished a big 4 audit internship in UK and was offered a full time role. For obvious reasons I did not enjoy audit and would much prefer to be in transaction advisory, I wanted to confirm that is starting off at a mid tier firm (such as Grant Thornton/RSM/BDO/Mazars) in transaction...
TS (FDD) in "EY" vs. Valuations in "Deloitte" vs. Controlling in Insurance
I'm waiting for: An offer for TS (FDD) from "EY" - 70% chance of getting it; A final round for Valuations in "Deloitte" - 100% chance of getting it; A second (and most probably final) round for a controlling position in a big insurance company - 70% chance of getting the job. All positions are in...
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Big 4 Technology Consulting vs. Bloomberg Sales & Analytics?
Like the title says, I'm conflicted in my choice between the two roles in these two companies and would appreciate some comments from industry insiders here. Both positions will be entry level, graduate position and located in the London office. Here is what I consider as pros and cons for each...
Consulting 9-5 Gig
I'm looking to break into consulting from finance (burn out), and I'm wondering what you consider to be the "creme de la creme" of work/life balance consulting jobs & why? Also, perhaps you can help me define the consulting service line that fits my preferences: Client facing & 1) not so much insane...
Modeling Test - Big 4 Infra?
Hi all, I am late stages in an interview process with a big 4 Infrastructure Advisory team and the interviewer mentioned the next stage will be a 2 hour modelling test then an interview to discuss the analysis/recommendations. I am from Australia and the interviews so far have not been in person due...
Big 4 Risk Advisory Offer vs Small Strat Firm (Advice wanted)
I am a senior Fin/Acct major at a top 50 state undergrad business school. We are Big 4 target but not MBB/IB so I know where I stand. I have a 3.7 and decent involvement. I currently have an offer for BIg 4 Enterprise Risk Advisory after I graduate which I got from an internship. I enjoyed the...
NY or Denver for Big 4 Advisory
Hey guys, I'm a junior accounting major and this upcoming semester is the major recruiting cycle for internship offers (90% of which lead to FT offers). All of the firms ask for your top two locations of preference and expect that the office you intern at will be the place you continue onto full...
2nd Background Check Between Internship and Full-Time?
Hello - I interned at a Big 4 company in their advisory department last summer and received a full-time offer. A few weeks after accepting the offer I found myself in some hot water with the law (DUI-D Charge, trial set for February). I realize this is a very serious offense (which personally...
Advice Needed: I'm about to start at a Big 4 Valuation firm in NYC, how do I work to get on the more advanced projects?
I've read on this site that Big 4 Valuation projects can be highly variable. I'm trying to determine how to get on the more complex projects to gain experience and increase my various exit opps, Thanks
Move to Public Sector Consulting from Big 4 Risk Consulting
I am currently a Risk Consulting Associate at a Big 4 Financial Services Advisory practice. However, the work is not really what I expected and is pretty dull IMO. I am interested in transitioning into Public Sector consulting having previous with the State Dept and state governments. With interests...
Big 4 advisory(FDD&valuation)--> Top 7 MBA?
Hi! In one sentence, I am asking what are the chances to break into Top 7 MBA from big 4 advisory (FDD and valuation). I posted my question here because I got an offer and want to make an informed decision. Big 4 FDD and valuation is a small world so it is hard to find such info online and awkward...
Big 4 above Bain and BCG?
eFinancialcareers published an article where they surveyed 6,500 consulting professionals globally on the ideal professional services firms to work for and the Big 4 surpass both Bain and BCG. The Big 4 consulting practices have gained a lot of prestige in the last couple of years, does anyone think...
PwC FSR Advisory Full Time offer Vs. Citi Credit Analyst Full Time offer
Hi Everyone, I have run into a bit of dilemma and i figured the folks on WSO may be able to help. First a little background on myself: I am a current senior year at a good (but non-target) business school with a good GPA and pretty strong resume. Moral of the story is I have been applying to full...
Big 4 Risk Advisory to MBA??
Hey everyone, I've been searching this forum to help me find answers to my questions, and thought it might just be easier to ask my own questions rather than searching replies in other people's threads. I just graduated and recently started at Deloitte as in ERS/Advisory this past August. However, I...
Newly minted Advisory Manager - Any recommendations on how to succeed?
can big4 audit/advisory lead to an economist job?
Is acca+ msc in applied economics and finance good enough for a strategic consulting position (maybe at big4)?
Pretty much it. Accounting and finance undergraduate in europe I am interested in audit and strategic consulting. For the first part i am obligated to get ACCA. For the second is acca+ msc in applied econ a good path. (i am not a fun of mba so i seek alternatives with a good finance focus)
Would you change your job if you were me?
Hi, Looking for some advice on career progression from the knowledgeable members here. Two years ago, I joined a Big 4 as a Senior (tech consulting) out of a top-20 MBA program as an Experienced Hire with 6+ years of non-consulting, but brand name, experience. I was told that a promotion to Manager...
Big 4 Advisory vs. Summer Financial Analyst Program
Hello Everyone, Would love to get some advice on which route is better for a summer internship eventually leading to IB / PE / front office . Either big 4 Advisory Summer internship or Citi Summer Financial Analyst Program (hired as "generalist"). As a background, I had prior internship at a...
Updated Mar 17th: Opinion on this hiring/interview situation.
Hi Everyone, I’m currently in the middle of a job competition for a big 4 advisory group. Wanted to gain some perspective if possible. Story: Early December – Professional contact referred me to the group VP that was hiring. Things went well and applied for the position. Mentioned they would...
Big 4 Consulting Offer
So I just got an offer for a senior associate position with a big 4 type consulting firm. This role is based off a major city in Texas and the group is specialized in financial services (banks, originators, etc.). I am supposed to respond within a couple days and would really appreciate any insights...
Quitting Big 4 Consulting in 2 days - Q&A (I'll keep it 100)
As the title suggests, leaving my firm in a few days. More than happy to address any questions, general or detailed, regarding my experience
Pwc FS advisory vs Booz Allen Mansgement Consulting
Would anyone who has worked in either one of them can advice which out of the 2 offers might have better exit ops? Booz Allen Hamilton- will definitely offer a lot of different projects. Managemeny Consulting is definitely a great career path. I am a little worried about booz's hit in reputation and...
Big 4 Advisory Dress Code
Hi monkeys, It may sound like a random topic but I have zero clue on what I will be wearing as an entry-level associate at a Big 4 advisory. I'm curious to know if I will be wearing a suit all the time. How formal is the attire? My office is in NYC . Thanks, and merry christmas to you all!
In Advisory work, is there really a difference between the Big 4 except compensation?
Cut and dry...open forum for brain dumps.....
Big 4 - Promotion to Senior Raise
Wanted to see if anyone can shed personal insight. I am with one of the big 4 (not Deloitte ), and have been with the firm since UG. I'm up for promotion this year and wanted to see if people would be willing to share what I can expect in $ or % for a raise. I've been doing my own research both...
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EY FSO BAP Exit Opps?
Hey Everyone, I'm leaning towards accepting a FT offer from EY's financial services consulting arm. Was just curious on what typical exit opps are from this program? Which MBA's recruit from this program? Thanks!
Big 4 Consultant seeking advice - What Would You Do?
Wanted to get some outside perspective on my current situation. Currently been with a Big 4 consulting firm for 2+ years. This year is my promotion year to Senior (I am 98% sure I will be promoted). I am looking to make a move soon to industry (ideally in strategic planning of corporate dev roles)...
Investment Management Goldman Sachs vs Big 4 Consulting
Alright I am probably going to get a ton of heat for this post but I am really torn as to what I want to pursue. Currently I have received offers to do an investment management summer internship with Goldman Sachs as well as Management Consulting with PwC . I suspect that the investment management...
Advisory Consulting
Currently an analyst in a F500 strategy group (internal consulting). Looking to move into Big 4 Advisory to gain broader experience and hopefully bump up into an upper tier B-School program. I understand the various services that Big 4 firms offer but in terms of structure, are teams confined to a...
Feedback Needed! Big 4 Advisory vs Goldman
In pursuit of two roles: one within Big 4 Advisory and another at Goldman. The roles seem somewhat the same (PM, BA skills within FinServ). From the mid level career perspective, should I stay in consulting (Big 4) or head back to industry (Goldman)? Let's assume title and money are the same....
Big 4 M&A vs. BB Corporate Banking
Interviewing for a KPMG Transactions & Restructuring Internship and a Corporate Banking (technology team) position at a BB . Wondering if anyone can give me some more insight on either of these positions, and which one I should go for if I get an offer. Both positions are in Silicon Valley/San...
Work Experience Advice - IT auditing good enough for b-school?
Hello all! Longtime lurker, first time poster here. So I currently work in Big 4 Advisory as an IT auditor. I am not a fan of the work and I really want out. My true aspirations are to go to b-school and get into consulting. That said, have a few questions if anyone could provide insight: 1) How do...
Intellectual Property Consulting to VC?
I recently graduated from an MSF program and will be starting with a Big 4 firm in their intellectual property practice. They assist clients (mostly F500 firms and a few VC funds) with licensing, valuation and transactions of IP. I have a background in electrical engineering and hence found the...
Intellectual Property Finance Career
I will be starting with a Big 4 firm in their valuation group and was approached by a partner to consider looking into the firm's intellectual property practice (I have a background in electrical engineering and worked as a research analyst with a small VC fund for about two years, researching tech....
Introduction and Big 4 TS Switch
Hey WSO Monkeys, I am a recent graduate from a small liberal arts college in the Southern United States, where I majored in Commerce and Business. (My school was too small to offer more specified business degrees such as Marketing, Finance, Accounting, etc.) My school funnels into Big 4 Audit and...
Big 4 transaction services hours for associate
I was reading an article on TS in a Scandinavian country. The article says hours are 50-60 week. Would this as well as pay be similar in the U.S.? Anyone with specific knowledge on the jobs hours/work life balance would be greatly appreciated.
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Unexpected Dilemma!
3 months ago I was losing hope on getting placed before my undergrad is over. I thought my finals will end in May and I'll be on a job hunt at least till August or so ! Well ... how things can change. I have not 1 but 2 offer letters currently and my last exam is on the 23rd, i.e on Friday! Anyway ,...
Hello world (of WSO)
Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I started lurking on WSO 3 years ago, when I stumbled upon WSO forum while searching for modeling tips (I was building my first financial model at the time). Kept visiting ever since, but joined only recently. To add - I work for Big4 company (in advisory) and...
Will working in Forensics hinder admission into top MBA programs?
I've seen lots of posts asking about the possibility of going from Big 4 to a top MBA program, but I haven't been able to find anything regarding my particular situation. It seems most of the people on the site are coming from audit or advisory in TS/ M&A . Would working in Forensics, under advisory...
Which job would you suggest I take?
Hi guys, First of all I'd like to thank everyone for their posts on this forum as they have been really helpful to get information from people who are actually in industry. Well I am a fresh graduate from a top UK business school, I am hoping to go into IB , however I have received a few offers...
Best route to Transaction advisory?
Hi all, First post here. I am currently in audit at one of the Big 4 and am interested in eventually transitioning to transaction advisory services, specifically accounting due diligence for M&A and perhaps later, some valuation work. What is the recommended path to doing so? - How many years should...
Advice on my future options
So, here's my story: I live in a small country in Europe. I started working as an accountant (the bookkeeper kind) at a small local firm when I was 18, shortly before I went to get my BSc in Macroeconomics (with Banking and Finance specialization) at a noname local university. Graduated with...
Big 4 consulting vs IBM consulting?
I'm considering between these two options. I'm more interested in management consulting . But I don't know which firm I should go for entry level. Between PwC (Performance Alignment) Ernst & Young (PI)and IBM (Business Information) consulting? Any idea? Thanks in advance
Big 4 Management Consulting to Tier 2
The thing with Big 4 Management Consulting is that it is possible to get into these 4 firms without the need for MBA . I personally graduated with a Masters in IS from a 3x ranked US News School and still made it into the CIO Advisory Program of a Big 4. The problem with Big 4 MC is that about 80%...
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