How are you supposed to answer the "Why do you want to leave public accounting?" question? The true answer is that my mental health is in tatters, the billable hour model is predatory. Obviously, I have to give the corporate-approved answer about seeking long-term ownership over a single set of books, but I always feel like they can see right through it.

Posting here since we had some pinned posts here while building - Big 4 Transparency has just undergone the largest update since it launched. Better interface, mobile friendly, better data input parameters and access to data visualization to make it easier to browse. I welcome any and all feedback about the changes, and want to thank those in this bowl who’ve been a part of the journey! We’re SO back!

Every recruiter I talk to insists on knowing my current salary before they will present my profile to their clients. I’ve tried saying I’m looking for roles in the $110k-$120k range based on my market value, but they keep pushing for the historical data point. Will my current employer reveal that info in a reference check? How do you shut down the current salary question?

I’m about to decline an offer solely because they refused to put their flexible work-from-home policy in writing in the actual offer letter. During the interviews, the hiring manager promised me that everyone works from home on Mondays and Fridays, but HR refused to add that amendment to the employment contract, stating it's a discretionary policy. To me, if it isn't signed in ink on the contract, it can be deleted by a corporate memo on my second week of employment. Am I being entirely too paranoid?

I’ve reached the final round for a Corporate Accounting Manager role, and the recruiter just told me the salary band tops out exactly at my current Senior 3 public pay. I would love a 40-hour workweek, but I can't justify taking a flat lateral move when inflation is eating my savings account. I don’t know what my next move should be?