Better work environment and work/life balance than big 4, but crappy small messy clients - Assurance Associate BDO Employee Review

3.0
Aug 15, 2012
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Pros

Work less than at big 4, more responsibilities with less experience, faster advancment, good benefits

Cons

Not enough public clients, small messy jobs are frustrating, too many out of town jobs, favoritism, low salary and crappy raises

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5.0
Jul 9, 2026
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Pros

great team with great leadership and fun office vibes

Cons

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3.0
Jul 2, 2026
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Pros

Consultants were not overworked, and people are generally staying in their own lane. Strong knowlegeable teammates and lots of internal resources to grow. Work life balance was good.

Cons

I left during a time of transition, since the top practice director retired and the EBA leader took over as interim leader. This interim guy seemed to be waiting for something to take any action with current resources, and he was not too interested in rallying or figuring things out as a team. If he had expectations, they were never communicated to me. The lack of clarity was very challenging for me personally, and it came off as a lack of support. I think others in the team probably feel similarly.

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