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Industry or Audit Firm

Forums › ACCA Forums › General ACCA Forums › Industry or Audit Firm

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  • March 21, 2019 at 6:15 pm #509988
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    I wanted your opinions on whether it is better to start one’s career with the private sector/industry etc. or with an audit firm?

    March 22, 2019 at 10:07 am #510040
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    There are pros and cons.

    Pros for Industry:

    – Likely to be shorter hours, especially when compared to the likes of the Big 4.
    – Likely to be better paid, especially compared to small practices. However, salaries for those at the Big 4 will overtake after 2-3 years.

    Pros for Practice

    – Likely to gain a better variety of experience early in your career.
    – Many employers looks favourably on candidates with practice background when recruiting.
    – In the UK, you can study the ACA which is seen as more prestigious and is not available to most in industry.

    March 22, 2019 at 2:24 pm #510072
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    Thanks, Chris. Appreciate it.

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