[IwannabeaCPA2017]

Hey guys,
So Im 2 years in public accounting and recently i landed an offer to one of our clients I have served before. Sadly the raise was only 7k more than my current job- I’m debating now to not accept the offer. But I’m worried that my current employer will find out that I have had interviews or thoughts of leaving. Honestly, had they offered more- yes I have asked/negotiated and that was the midpoint they willing to meet at, otherwise I’d take it. Im just tired of all the hours I have been putting in and very little pay (57k) Anyways, Im concerned if someone at the client talks to the manager at my firm and they find out- is that even possible or seen as bad or put me in a bad position at my current employer? I dont want to leave my current job just for 7k more when I have to travel 30 mins more and the work is more dull lol. Any advice?

[MaLoTu]

In our engagement letters I think it stipulates that if the client poaches you that it has to be brought up to management (I.e, they certified their compliance when they signed the engagement letter)— however, I don’t know what the repercussions are.

You will probably make more staying at your firm within the next 2-year’s than you will in private if you are starting so low. Does working for this client really excite you? Are they in a business that you are striving to be in? Do they have other compensation like stock?

Based off the facts you presented I would stay in public. I would only leave for an offer I couldn’t refuse (a company that is prestigious, significantly more money, and/or a great job title).

Overall you must evaluate what is important to you. I was also propositioned by a client, but decided to stay put because the longer I worked on them the more I realized that I wouldn’t be able to thrive in their rapidly changing environment at this point. The hours are horrible in public, but if you are good you are certain to progress. The pay isn’t as great as in private (usually) but if the economy has a downturn you are safer in public. These are all the things I think about. I am a senior in audit also, BTW. Sorry this turned into a tangent!

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