Toxic work environment with good progression and fringe benefits
Pros
Good place for young graduates to start off because there is lots to learn and you're given alot of opportunities to work on the ground and with clients from the get go. Work progression is fast as long as you dont make massive mistakes and show good atittude, as with other big4 audit firms in singapore. Compensation is fair. Lots of fringe benefits such as medical insurance, several fun company events throughout the year, able to take block leave if planned in advance, hybrid work arrangements, lots of flexibility in terms of working hours and arrangement once you hit manager level.
Cons
Workload is heavy resulting in long working hours, at least 60 hours a week. Culture is toxic because everyone is forced to work late due to client deadlines and it is seen as the norm. Any voice out against heavy workload is seen as incompetence and will likely affect your performance rating. You are expected not to take leave during peak season (Jan-July), only during off peak (Aug-Dec). There is often insufficient quality resources on audit engagements.