Which BIG 4 Firm IS THE BEST? We Rank the BIG 4 on Salary, Size & Culture! [PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, EY]

Which BIG 4 Firm IS THE BEST? We Rate Them On Salary, Size and Reputation! [PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, EY]
Stuck deciding between the BIG 4 firms? Check out this quiz 👉🏼bit.ly/3RwrtqG
In this video we're going to explore which BIG 4 firm is best for you and your BIG 4 career. We're going to compare the BIG 4 on size, speciality, culture and salary.
00:00 Introduction
00:35 Size
01:05 Expert areas
01:53 Culture and reputation
03:48 Salary and bonus
04:57 Are they really that different?

[@JamesAlberts]

Stuck deciding between the BIG 4 firms? Check out this quiz 👉🏼bit.ly/3RwrtqG

[@a-b-negypt767]

Deloitte

[@JamesAlberts]

@@a-b-negypt767 Interesting! Are you applying?

[@newgreat8753]

0:28

[@petrolpoodle6617]

I'm loving the return! It feels like the best version of the channel yet! The glass door idea is superb, really helps point different people in the appropriate direction for them!

[@JamesAlberts]

Appreciate you, King 😘

[@Nathandrake1997]

While there can be differences among markets, in our country, it seems that the ranking stays the same. Deloitte is the strongest and KPMG is the smallest of Big 4.

[@user-wy4zx3ir6d]

Great vid James, massive salary changes these days... it's closer to a 30k start in Birmingham never mind London think the cost of living has knocked it up a fair bit. I have a few friends starting in London at one of the big4 on 34k a year in audit.

[@JamesAlberts]

Thanks for the update mate - it looks like I'll have to do a 2022 salary update video soon! 👀

[@SohaibAshraf]

He's back - love to see another class video 😍😍

[@JamesAlberts]

Oh mate, you’re far to kind! It’s been far too long…

[@CimolOk-nz5yj]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 📊 *Introduction to Choosing the Best BIG 4 Firm* - Overview of the video's intent to compare PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, and EY on various factors to aid viewers in decision-making, - Mention of a quiz to help decide which BIG 4 firm is best suited for the viewer. 00:27 🏢 *Size and Specialty of Each Firm* - Comparison of the BIG 4 firms by size, revenue, and areas of specialization, - Deloitte's leading position in advisory services, EY's focus on technology and tax, KPMG's transaction advisory, and PwC's audit and assurance services. 01:50 🌟 *Firm Culture and Employee Feedback* - Discussion of workplace culture, employee satisfaction ratings, and common positive and negative feedback for each firm, - Emphasis on training and development, work-life balance issues, and specific mention of office politics at EY. 03:39 💰 *Salary and Long-term Rewards Comparison* - Analysis of starting salaries, salary progression, and partner-level profit differences among the BIG 4, - Highlighting the significant long-term reward disparities at the partnership level, with Deloitte leading in average partner profit. 05:04 🔍 *Summary and Closing Remarks* - Final thoughts on the minor differences between the firms and the overall positive career impact of working at any BIG 4 firm, - Reminder about the quiz for further personalized advice and encouragement to engage with the channel for more information. Made with HARPA AI

[@darthashpie3370]

Deloitte is great and all but if get on thr wrong side of some people you are done , no matter how good of a employee you are . Work doesn't matter visibility matters more.

[@dodongai]

I love EY

[@reitumetseman8595]

Good day James, thank you for your content. Do you think doing your articles (Training) at a medium-sized firm is worth it. I have been offered a trainer contract at EY, KPMG & PKF. I'm considering taking the PKF offer as it allows me to start the contract while completing my studies

[@JamesAlberts]

Yes, absolutely - it all depends on what your end goal is!

[@andresalmonte4772]

Yes

[@JamesAlberts]

No

[@samehtaher1]

EY is the best firm to have exceptional lifetime experience. This is from someone who spent 25+ of has life with EY and still continuing : )

[@Pablo36923]

He‘s a good lad

[@iamawinner111]

Many of Glassdoor data might not be trustworthy Though I am not sure

[@jeremy.explains.it.all.]

So many horror stories about Deloitte 😂😂

[@hobgoblin4614]

Here is the true answer to the question of the best big 4? It's the one that you get the best opportunity from. To many they view Deloitte as the Best and KPMG at the bottom. If you are at Deloitte and its your second year and all you have done is put together PBC lists and TPS reports and then move to KPMG and get to work on a project that you learn specialized technical skills, lead a project or whatever your career goals are then KPMG is the best. Part of it is luck to on the managers and partners you work with and if they help propel your career. This is the number one consideration people should take into account when thinking about this.

[@bawan910]

Hi James - I've recently started an analyst role withing the tax department at Deloitte. I'm currently studying the ATT. I'm not sure exactly what I want to do in the future but I was wondering how feasible it is to move to a strategy/management consultancy in the future or even a finance role. Cheers and as always a great video!

[@JamesAlberts]

Hi Bawan - glad you liked the video! It's 100% feasible - I know a couple of mates who have done this. Shall we jump on a call and discuss?

[@bawan910]

@@JamesAlberts Hi James - yeah that would be really helpful, thanks! I've connected with you on LinkedIn so just let me know when is good for you. Many thanks!

[@JamesAlberts]

@@bawan910 Sounds good - looking forward to it!

[@matthewclark9490]

I'm in a similar boat mate, in audit here studying AAT, though don't think it's where I want to call home (Audit that is, I must admit I like the firm)

[@marg8315]

They all the same… says someone who worked at pwc for 8 years. More than willing to hire someone from any of these firms.and they’re all so large that culture is more dependent on your group or team

[@aakritipriya7776]

Hey James I'm pursuing chartered accountancy in India and I want to do my articleship training from one of these organization but I'm really confused that would I get shortlisted or not coz I'm just a fresher without any work experiences or any great skills ,could you please guide me what should I do ,it'll really be helpful if you do.

[@ASH-xv6wj]

@Aakriti Then did you get into any ?

[@mozteq7536]

Holy shit working 26k£/year in London for a 60h/week, working at McDonald's seems a much better career next to that

[@JamesAlberts]

The salaries have increased a bit over the past year or so, starting of around £30k is more likely, but still, long hours!

[@a-b-negypt767]

Which courses are most important in accounting field

[@JamesAlberts]

ACCA / ACA / CA or similar

[@rebsutube]

🤨 this can vary from country to country..... they are not classic multinational organizations

[@JamesAlberts]

The video is based on an aggregate of international reviews. The underlying trends are the same.

[@marlonbrando7748]

In India we call it Chaar Dhaam yatra

[@JamesAlberts]

I wouldn't call them holy!

[@prettystar7210]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@aniket5993]

No one calls it that , stupid nerd

[@MetalowyChleb]

Everyone knows it's Slayer

[@nicholaskraut1704]

How do you all get paid so little? Like how is that humanly possible? 25-30k pounds? I just got an offer at EY in DC for $75k with a 7.5k first month bonus.

[@mariocaldera99]

How much experience do you have?

[@nicholaskraut1704]

@@mariocaldera99 none. I'm a master's student.

[@mariocaldera99]

@@nicholaskraut1704 How’s that even possible lol

[@contentlemur5311]

What country are you in? Is it Switzerland? And are mentioning Gross salary?

[@nicholaskraut1704]

@@contentlemur5311 USA

[@a-b-negypt767]

How I could improve my cv Iam fresh graduate with excellent degree I take PFA and icdl course

[@JamesAlberts]

Try and get some relevant accounting/finance experience

[@AyCarumba1000]

for 26k i would not even stand up in the morning

[@pmr5336]

Yeah, almost minimum wage (in Germany) lol

[@MM-ov3ne]

These quoted salaries can’t be right! Regional starting salaries for audit were around GBP 20k in 2006 when I started; 26k for London.

[@BwoyLoBlock]

SIZE 😂

[@raeeskhan85]

Irrelevant video. You apply to all of them and get into whatever you get into

[@JamesAlberts]

Irrelevant comment. If you were any good, you should get accepted to them all.

[@raeeskhan85]

@@JamesAlberts the funny thing is I actually did, chose BDO instead.

[@UsmanKhan-gg6fi]

Hey James. I’m a private client tax advisor currently working towards the CTA. Also work in the public sector. Once qualified next move is to go to the Big 4. How easy is it for me to go from tax to consultancy?

[@JamesAlberts]

It's easy if you position your experience well - I'll do a video on it soon!

[@UsmanKhan-gg6fi]

@@JamesAlberts awesome - look forward to it! And thanks for the great content.

[@JamesAlberts]

@@UsmanKhan-gg6fi Thanks brother