[ssw3809]

I had my office visit on Friday with one of the Big 4 firm in the Bay Area. I had two 30 minutes interviews, one with the partner and another one with a manager. When I checked in at the front desk, there was a greeter waiting for me. The interview was really casual, unlike what I have seen on glassdoor. They just asked me some simple questions about myself and what i like to do outside of work. Both the partner and the manager were extremely nice. The manager did warn me about the hours during the busy season. I got a call from the partner in the afternoon and he extended me an offer over the phone. (the actual paper work will be done next week). overall the experience was very pleasant and I finally sold myself to BIG 4. Kinda excited but also very nervous.

Thank you, everyone, for all your help!

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[calicpa]

congrats! What was your work experience before if you don't mind me asking? Are you going in as a staff?

I am thinking about applying at big 4 as well soon.

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[calicpa]

congrats! What was your work experience before if you don't mind me asking? Are you going in as a staff?

I am thinking about applying at big 4 as well soon.

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Ethics - 90% 4/24/13

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[ssw3809]

I worked at a local firm as a staff accountant for 1 year and 3 month in TX. Yes I will be going as a staff I

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[ssw3809]

I worked at a local firm as a staff accountant for 1 year and 3 month in TX. Yes I will be going as a staff I

REG 08/27/2013 81
FAR 01/09/2014 88
BEC 02/27/2014 82
AUD 10/08/2014. 86
Just started the CFA Level 1 -let the journey continue!

[calicpa]

Nice, pretty similar to me. I have one year at a local firm as well and am waiting on my last score. Did they offer you a higher salary than grads because of your 1 year or that you are almost done with CPA? Or it was the same as others.

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[calicpa]

Nice, pretty similar to me. I have one year at a local firm as well and am waiting on my last score. Did they offer you a higher salary than grads because of your 1 year or that you are almost done with CPA? Or it was the same as others.

BEC - 84, 4/6/13
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REG - 83, 4/12/14
FAR - 83, 10/3/13

Ethics - 90% 4/24/13

150 unit education requirement met!
Work experience met!

[fuzyfro89]

Congrats on the new job!

One question though, how did you get an interview and offer in April? Most hiring is done in the fall. Was this through a recommendation or are you experienced? Just curious if they are changing up their standard recruiting calendars. Another possibility is just having insatiable need for staff and seniors. I was on a SF area project and the office was flooded with work to their eyeballs.

[fuzyfro89]

Congrats on the new job!

One question though, how did you get an interview and offer in April? Most hiring is done in the fall. Was this through a recommendation or are you experienced? Just curious if they are changing up their standard recruiting calendars. Another possibility is just having insatiable need for staff and seniors. I was on a SF area project and the office was flooded with work to their eyeballs.

[ssw3809]

I have not yet receive the official offer letter yet so I am not sure about the salary, and yes, i was recommended by an employee.

REG 08/27/2013 81
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BEC 02/27/2014 82
AUD 10/08/2014. 86
Just started the CFA Level 1 -let the journey continue!

[ssw3809]

I have not yet receive the official offer letter yet so I am not sure about the salary, and yes, i was recommended by an employee.

REG 08/27/2013 81
FAR 01/09/2014 88
BEC 02/27/2014 82
AUD 10/08/2014. 86
Just started the CFA Level 1 -let the journey continue!

[calicpa]

Please keep us updated if you don't mind, would appreciate it.

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FAR - 83, 10/3/13

Ethics - 90% 4/24/13

150 unit education requirement met!
Work experience met!

[calicpa]

Please keep us updated if you don't mind, would appreciate it.

BEC - 84, 4/6/13
AUD - 77, 5/28/13
REG - 83, 4/12/14
FAR - 83, 10/3/13

Ethics - 90% 4/24/13

150 unit education requirement met!
Work experience met!

[Anonymous]

As far as getting offers in the spring, many firms pick up new business over the course of the winter and their immediate needs grow, or sometimes, they just realized they need a couple of more people. I have a slew of interviews in the next couple of weeks from mid-size to regional, and one big 4….I'm hoping for some good news. Congrats on landing the Big 4 job…I'm sure you'll do great.

[Anonymous]

As far as getting offers in the spring, many firms pick up new business over the course of the winter and their immediate needs grow, or sometimes, they just realized they need a couple of more people. I have a slew of interviews in the next couple of weeks from mid-size to regional, and one big 4….I'm hoping for some good news. Congrats on landing the Big 4 job…I'm sure you'll do great.

[fuzyfro89]

Interesting. Good luck in the new job!

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