The Big 4 Transparency Podcast

Dec 12 2024 45 ep. 36 mins 3

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The Big 4 Transparency podcast is hosted by Dominic Piscopo, CPA.

This podcast features a variety of guests, ranging from firm owners to accounting managers from top companies. It covers a broad range of topics related to achieving success in the accounting field, behind-the-scenes discussions with firm leadership, as well as launching and operating your accounting firm.

The podcast aligns with Big 4 Transparency's overall mission of bringing transparency to the accounting industry by providing useful information and sharing stories that can help you understand your career options and the economics of firm operations.

If you’re an accounting professional looking to get informed on compensation and/or add your salary to the database, check us out here: https://www.big4transparency.com/

If you’re looking for help with your firm’s compensation strategy or need data to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to compensation, contact me at [email protected]

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