Discussion:Career Question
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| It seems to me that the majority of users and contributors to these forums are public accountants either working as sole proprietors or within small, local tax practices. I'm just curious to find out if any members here work for larger national accounting firms or perhaps even for one of the Big 4. In addition, does anyone out there work in industry as a tax manager for a corporation or similar? I've been in public practice at a very small local firm for 3 years now (straight out of undergrad) doing mainly tax preparation and planning for individuals with closely-held businesses. But I've recently been wondering if it would be worth my time to try out a bigger firm just for a change of pace - I'm always worrying that I'm missing out on learning more things or finding a niche I enjoy more, but at the same time I don't want to fall prey to the "grass is greener" theory. So if anyone has any personal career advice or stories they could offer about working in public practice at a large or mid-size firm versus as a sole proprietor or partner in a local firm, I'd be more than happy to hear them. What matters most to you guys - salary, work-life balance, etc., etc.? Thanks in advance. | |
