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Why I Quit Big 4 Accounting 💼 (The Truth No One Tells You)

I just left the Big 4 after starting my accounting career in public accounting. In this video, I share why I left Big 4 accounting — from long hours and burnout to the lack of work-life balance — and what I’m doing next in my career. If you’re an accounting student, new CPA, or considering public vs. private, hopefully this helps you see what life in Big 4 is really like, and why so many accountants eventually transition out. ⏱️ Video Timestamps 0:00 – Intro: Sharing my full story 0:16 – Starting out in nonprofit education with a sociology degree 0:53 – Joining the Army & lessons from Fort Bliss, Texas 1:38 – Majoring in Accounting & Big Four vs. small firm track 1:54 – Applying to Big Four, only getting an offer from KPMG 2:17 – Professors pushed me toward Big Four for resume & work ethic 2:41 – Joining KPMG State & Local Tax and loving my coworkers 2:58 – The grind: long hours and unpredictable busy season 3:16 – Disconnect between staff and partners 3:44 – Why I value connections and networking 4:08 – Hardest part of leaving = the people 4:24 – Passion & grit: what it takes to succeed 4:43 – Why I’m leaving: wanting to learn how to run a business, not just do taxes 5:17 – Talking it over with my spouse (and her support) 5:44 – Wrapping up: why I’m leaving Big Four & KPMG 5:50 – Call to action: like & subscribe! 5:57 – Question for viewers: what makes you stay or leave Big Four? 6:11 – On transparency in accounting careers 6:20 – Closing thoughts & thank you 👉 Subscribe for more CPA exam tips, accounting career advice, and real talk about working in the profession. Why I left Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG #CPA #AccountingCareer #Big4 #PublicAccounting #CPAtips #CareerAdvice