Ernst & Young Reviews in New York City, NY Area

Pros

Great company, great name on resume

Cons

Back office function so the exposure was limiting.

Pros

Practice truly experiences accelerated growth compared to market and competitors in the PI/ EPM space
Chance to join some of the best people I have seen in the business
So called Counseling Families offer structure and support in rapidly evolving and dynamic environment
Best work life balance of the big four - management delivers on it's words
Diversity - they come in all shapes and sizes :-)

Cons

National organization - your next project could be anywhere
Network, network, network - don't expect it to be handed to you on a silver platter
It still is a big four - don't expect to seen as an equal by the audit side of the firm

Pros

Based on my work experience so far, I feel that E&Y has on of the best work cultures. It is one of the best firms to work for.

Cons

I do not feel there are any significant cons.

Advice to Senior Management

I do not feel there is any significant advices to be given. The management is doing very well.

Pros

Once you prove yourself, you do get challenging work. Promotions and opportunities outside the firm are plentiful- get recruiter calls nearly every week. Pay is adequate for work level.

Cons

Too often time put in matters more than quality. No real performance compensation to speak of. You have to take your career in your own hands, while this may sound good, it does it make it more difficult to move between projects, service lines, etc... which is supposed to be one of the appealing items of working in an accounting firm.

Pros

Its all about the people
Fair evaluations
Understanding Senior Management
Great client projects
Opportunity to grow
Training modules among other training aids

Cons

Starting compensation package on the lower side
Work can become a priority in life at times
There are no other cons!

Advice to Senior Management

Great Job. Not only am I happy to work at EY but I am proud to be a part of the company.

Pros

Understanding how business and market factors and drivers impact the Industry

Cons

Large organization with several inner circles. Frequent org changes meant continously rebuilding networks.

Pros

High energy environment and generally talented people doing the right thing to help their clients and create a culture where people can learn and grow

Cons

You eventually will hit a glass celing, then you have to decided what to do after "life at EY."

Pros

atmoshpere is good, lots of nice people

Cons

huge place, easy to get lost in

Pros

Smart people
Intersting work
Lots of variety ( at least in Advisory)
Comp is good at the more senior levels
Those in advisory are building a business
Lots of opportunities to work abroad

Cons

Growing so sometimes disorganized
Demanding. Not for those looking for just "a job"

Advice to Senior Management

Focus on building delivery support capability
Think strategically about how to grow

Pros

Great clients. Great brand value. Intelligent teams.

Cons

Bad commute. Pay scale not a great.