Solex
Oct 4th, 2008, 05:33 AM
I'm wondering if anyone can shed some light on the pro's/con's of working for the private company groups of the big 4 vs the normal audit stream. I've heard comments likening it to working at a midsized firm. I'd appreciate if those of you with experience working in the private company groups could chime in.
If I go for a private company group, will my skill set be that much different from someone in the normal stream once I get my CA?
If I decided to switch to the regular audit group post designation, will I be behind in terms of knowledge?
Would starting my career working with private companies provide for a better foundation, should I decide to switch to advisory or tax?
How would this affect my exit opportunities? Will private companies care or will they look more at the firm's name on the resume?
Is the closer relationship between auditor and client overstated?
If I go for a private company group, will my skill set be that much different from someone in the normal stream once I get my CA?
If I decided to switch to the regular audit group post designation, will I be behind in terms of knowledge?
Would starting my career working with private companies provide for a better foundation, should I decide to switch to advisory or tax?
How would this affect my exit opportunities? Will private companies care or will they look more at the firm's name on the resume?
Is the closer relationship between auditor and client overstated?