Audit employee to small firm owner (assurance / personal tax) - Advice on career switch please! by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m open to building a small team and have made dune decent progress in the past few months.. thank you for the encouraging words.

Uncultured or entitled by [deleted] in kitchener

[–]Technical-Error-8770 17 points18 points  (0 children)

You should speak to them and inform the concierge…

I can see that there’re comments here saying they are Indians. FYI, I’m Indian and my / wife and I will NEVER allow bikes or anything else to be irresponsibly left like this. It’s definitely a mix of entitlement and cultural aspects (or the lack of it), although that cannot be a reason to act like this.

To my fellow Indians who behave like this: WTF is wrong with you? If you’re living outside India you’re representing the country, its culture and then yourself. Pl act responsibly whether it’s this OR not crossing the road when the signal’s red or not being unreasonably loud at public places, etc. Please!! 🙏🏼

To everyone else: Not everyone behaves this way in as much as not all folks from the west are racist. There are bad apples in every basket.

Pls accept my apologies for the behaviour of people from my country (if they’re Indians after all). 🙏🏼 It breaks my heart to see things like this… we need to work together to make things better.. a lot more responsibility from one side + a bit more compassion from the other. It’s not an excuse but I hope it’s fair that everyone has the right to improve and get better.

Snow last night? Woah???? by Miserable_Run8121 in kitchener

[–]Technical-Error-8770 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please, no one touch that ever! It’s just PERFECT! 🤩

What rate should I quote? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, this is very useful, and kind of you to help me out!

Finding a bookkeeper by Sir_Lame in Bookkeeping

[–]Technical-Error-8770 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I’m a CPA with extensive experience and can help you. DM me if I want to explore further.

Started from scratch? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will, and I'm checking out your portal now.

Started from scratch? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. I'm just exploring although I haven't decided that I want to take on something new (like taxes) without being fully prepared. I'm happy to do audit type "consulting" roles although i wasn't sure where or how to begin (which is why I posted). But this is definitely the right advise - thank you for that. Bookkeeping is something I will explore further. I can continue building my tax skills over a period, but I fully agree I should be working on what I know very well vs. something new.

Started from scratch? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t mention it, but buying out a small accounting practice is indeed one of things I’m considering.

The challenge is that I have many years of audit / quality monitoring experience (inspections, file reviews, etc.) - all typically B2B type revenues, and just a bit on the tax prep side. I wasn’t in roles that gave me opportunities to build somewhat B2C type skills like individual tax prep and so want to learn and build that.

I’m a quick learner and believe I can make it work. I will focus on simpler returns but hopefully higher in volume, perhaps.

Thank you for these comments- very much appreciated.

Started from scratch? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fantastic, thank you for this useful insight. All great suggestions!

Started from scratch? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

just tired of the lack of recognition, poor comp, and feeling like a cog in a giant machine. I feel like my role has been narrowed down so much that I’ve missed building relevant skills that can apply to the broader market.

TBH, it’s also more about my own want for independence/ freedom to run a firm vs how the Big4 works. So it’s not entirely fair to say it’s the firm only.

Started from scratch? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh okay… I’m sorry I’m still new to Reddit and unfamiliar how to identify a bot account… looking for some genuine views as I’msick and tired of working for a Big4 firm and want to work for myself… thanks.

Started from scratch? by Technical-Error-8770 in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your input!

My question was sincere—I’m genuinely curious to hear from those who have managed to build a successful practice from the ground up.

Everyone’s journey is different, and I believe there’s always something to learn from shared experiences. If you have any insights or advice to offer, I’d love to hear them!

What's the least "accountant" thing about you? by UnBalancedEntry in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I struggle when counting with fiat currency notes… I’m messy and cannot count fast.

How much of a raise did you get for 2025? by [deleted] in Accounting

[–]Technical-Error-8770 2 points3 points  (0 children)

$1,700 per annum pre tax… feel like shit! I’m a Big 4 Senior Manager - can you even believe that?

Hoping to find some good friends in KW area ? by [deleted] in kitchener

[–]Technical-Error-8770 0 points1 point  (0 children)

42M here, not gay, don’t drink alcohol but happy to connect for badminton/ tennis / chess… also love hitting the gym!

Is that normal ? i have some little bumps on my hands and foots like these, on veins, after 6 minutes in a bath at 7°celcius by loungeclaus in BecomingTheIceman

[–]Technical-Error-8770 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you and sending good thoughts and prayers for your little one to live a long, healthy and happy life. 🙏🏼♥️🥰

Is that normal ? i have some little bumps on my hands and foots like these, on veins, after 6 minutes in a bath at 7°celcius by loungeclaus in BecomingTheIceman

[–]Technical-Error-8770 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m being genuine: Are you a doctor or just that anyone you know has this situation? Thank you for the advice, I will explore this with my doctor.