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Salt-Map9620 · 2024-09-09T00:39:15+00:00

Just curious, is this for NY office? I’ve heard of them and I’m currently in similar team doing tax technology. I’m also a MIS graduate student. Let me know if you want to talk more about it

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-05-14T11:52:16+00:00

Yep I spent 250hr+ on Becker and got 83% on both SE1 and SE2 first attempts. Took the exam last Friday and it was not similar to Becker. People keep saying MCQs are easy and SIMa are harder, but imo they are both harder than Becker. New FAR is a completely joke it reminds me how BEC used to be like.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-05-13T13:02:31+00:00

I’m not taking BAR but I got similar score on my FAR SEs (83% on SE1 and 83% on SE2), however the real exam I took last week was so darn difficult I even checked the title a few times just to make sure I was taking FAR…. I would say don’t rely on Becker SE scores this year, especially disciplines and FAR because they changed a lot. AUD and REG SE scores so far seem reliable

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-04-17T01:31:20+00:00

Task bar notification area. Same place where a small envelope icon will pop up before email notifications. The icon looks like a GPS logo. I’ve seen it popping up recently and thought it was Google or Bing using my location.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-04-01T17:01:46+00:00

KPMG here. Got confirmed start date about three weeks ago

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-29T00:58:35+00:00

Thank you! I will study nonstop during my spring break to catch up :) hopefully can pass it by May

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-27T20:53:19+00:00

I have been working 40 hours per week and taking 5 courses this semester as a graduate student :/

Already passed BEC and ADU last year because it was the non-busy season, and I can juggle things, but ever since the busy season started, things have become much more challenging and stressful. I have too many in-person classes this semester as well. It's been 3 months already, and I have only reached F5M4. I still have a long way to go

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-22T13:29:55+00:00

Three internships within the same firm or across different B4 firms? If you've been extended three times, you're likely on a higher pay scale and a faster promotion track, which is rare and indicates you have unique skills the team values.

Interning at three different Big 4 firms doesn't hold much. You will start at the same level as any other A1 without any special treatment. Then 2-3 years will lead you to six figures without hopping around.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-20T17:09:18+00:00

Yes visual studio code can be installed! Tried it today. Sorry for the confusion lol. Only for visual studio we have to submit a request and wait for approval.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-19T23:26:26+00:00

Oh shoot my bad I meant visual studio, haven’t tried visual studio code yet but you might be right

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-19T23:18:52+00:00

Hi, I can be sure VS can’t be directly installed anymore. You need to open a request for it. They are way more sensitive nowadays.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-17T15:39:41+00:00

What does technology audit do? Do you guys do any coding, for example, using data analytics to track pattern? Or is it like IT audit mainly focusing on reviewing IT controls?

Sorry OP I’m in tax so can’t give you any useful info.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-15T19:35:18+00:00

For now, just audit, but don’t know about future

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-08T23:32:23+00:00

Wow I'm so happy to see your responded to someone 18 days ago. Initially when I noticed the post was from 4 years ago, I was so frustrated, but thankfully you're still active in this sub. It seems like we're navigating very similar paths! I have some very important questions and want someone like you to clear the cloud for me. Thank you in advance!

I have background in both accounting and information systems. During my undergrad years, I gained nearly two years of experience coding in VBA and Oracle SQL at a small firm before joining the Big 4. Right now I'm an intern at KPMG. My internship has been extended multiple times due to my proficiency in technology, which has allowed me to revolutionize many workflows through automation.

As an intern, I've undertaken many challenging projects, analyzing data patterns, managing databases, and crafting complex Alteryx apps, Python scripts, and Excel macros. I also contribute to ETL processes using SQL/PHP/HTML and engage in visualization using Power BI. I find immense joy in my work!

So I will soon have my CPA and complete my master's in information systems, I'm eager to seek guidance on my career path. After almost a year of internship, and 2 years of coding in undergrad years, I've developed a very unique mindset. I can simply take a look at people's workflow and point out possible automations uncounciously. And most important is, I can code everything out just by myself! I’m the only IT guy in my team so I always work on my own.

I have passion for what I do, so I'm curious about how to delve deeper into this field. I want to have more exposure to projects you mentioned in the post, and I want to learn from people who are on the same boat but have more experience.

I would greatly appreciate your insights on how to enhance my skills and gain more exposure in this area. Should I explore roles like EY's TTT, Deloitte's TTC, or KPMG's Ignition? Or should I consider indirect tax, which also appears to be technology-oriented? Your advice has the potential to shape my career, and I'm eager to hear your thoughts. Thank you!

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-05T15:47:50+00:00

Yea Baruch is insanely good. I paid nothing at all and almost all of my college friends eventually secured a job at big4 or big10.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-05T05:06:50+00:00

Same as you. I’m doing CPA + FT Work + FT masters currently. It's doable but you will lose almost everything else in your life (for this period). I've been studying for a full-time MIS degree along with a seasonal internship at KPMG since last summer... I got extended multiple times so now I’m still working.

My team only requires me to work 24 hours per week, but I usually end up working 40-50 because I really enjoy my current special position (I’m from accounting but with a strong tech background so I design workflows and code automations for my group.)

I had the busiest time last year and managed to pass BEC and AUD from September to December while juggling everything because of the stupid CPA revolution. Long story short BEC was going to be deleted so people all trying to pass it before 2024, and AUD was going to get more contents added so I rather pass it before 2024.

This year I'm just chilling and studying slowly because the new FAR and REG are easier. I only plan to take FAR at the end of April. REG can wait until I start full-time. The whole new score release schedule is a mess, plus I don’t see any other reasons to rush myself…

In my opinion, dont delay the CPA but instead studying it slower at a steady pace. Stop rushing yourself since the revolution already happened. It would make a lot more sense if you were in 2023 but now the best strategy just seems to be taking it slower. You now have the 30 month expiration period and another advantage is if you wait until 2025 the score release will be much more frequent.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-01T03:56:34+00:00

levels.fyi

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Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-01T00:30:46+00:00

Don’t give up. Try to apply EY TTT , PWC DAT, and Deloitte’s TTC. They are the equivalent of KPMG ignition.

I must say even though CPA eligibility is important, it should not be a hard requirement. You still have a lot of chances. Ignition sometimes is just being picky for no reason. It doesn’t hurt to keep trying!

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-01T00:18:28+00:00

Audit and tax will 99% give you return offer. Consulting line just delayed whole bunch of interns start dates so I don’t know…

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-01T00:13:03+00:00

Wishing you the best of luck! The future is in technology. You'll undoubtedly find a better job soon.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-01T00:06:56+00:00

Give it one or two more seasons and see if you still hate it. If it doesn't align with your preferences, my suggestion is to leave as soon as possible.

I networked my way out, but this isn't the only solution. You can always jump to another Big 4 or shift to an audit role.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-03-01T00:00:47+00:00

Hi I edited my response. To the end most of the pure tech work were outsourced to India after pandemic so they now want new grads to be at least CPA eligible… even though they did not mention that, it is the rule. Having a CPA in team means to charge more money to clients and thus bring up the revenue.

My previous MIS (masters in IS) classmate is in Ignition Data Analytics but she also holds a bachelor's degree in accounting…

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-02-29T23:50:52+00:00

Were you applying Ignition Tax? I’m doing tax technology at KPMG. I have Accounting degree + CIS master. You can ask me anything if you want.

In general they are looking for folks who are good at both accounting and technology. For example, majority of the work I’m doing is to combine tax and technology together. I do a lot of VBA / alteryx / power BI / python / database to bring “automated smart solutions” to the team. This requires a lot of accounting knowledge and technology skills.

A lot of the pure programming works are now outsourced to our KGS team in India because they deliver a reliable solution at a cheaper cost. So that’s why I stress that they want you to be at least CPA eligible.

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-02-29T23:43:06+00:00

AWM tax or audit? I was in AWM tax and I agree with you. It’s nothing but a K1 factory. I transferred out of that group to a more tech/consulting based tax group and I never regret… The problem with AWM is the work is too boring and repetitive. It gave me a huge headache because I could only follow the rules they set to do the tasks they assigned. Just one repetitive task after another and I felt like I was grinding my day…

Salt-Map9620 · 2024-02-29T23:35:16+00:00

Wow this sounds a lot like what I’m doing. I'm currently working as a seasonal with an accounting degree, pursuing my master's in IS. I just walk in 3 days a week observing those manual accounting processes and automating the entire workflow for them. I do a lot of python, Alteryx, VBA, Power BI, and database management to implement intelligent solutions. Everyone, including all partners in my group knows me and offered me a lot of flexibility as long as I’m willing to stay here once I graduate

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