The Andersen family is cheap, dysfunctional, and unaware of the world around them. - Senior Associate Andersen Employee Review

2.0
Jun 16, 2022
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Pros

They listen. They don’t act on helpful feedback, but they will listen. The firm is made up of a few great leaders and a number of great humans. Good place to start a career, but not a great career home for most professionals. Not the worst hours in public accounting.

Cons

Things I will ALWAYS remember about Andersen: - A lot of their top performers make the least amount of money on their teams and are definitely below market. - Leadership begs for loyalty, but fails to reciprocate often. - They want you to ask for the resources you need, but they’re often too cheap to provide them and/or it is too difficult to get approval…mostly because they lack processes. - If you’re interested in making an impact expect a lot of red tape. - I know partners that prepare their own returns. - A lot of politics and favoritism.

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5.0
Jun 3, 2026
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Pros

Quality work and exposure to different types of clients; quick upward trajectory; solid pay; commendable L&D department.

Cons

Super long hours during busier times of the year

4.0
Feb 23, 2026
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Pros

I spent under 4 years at the firm as a intern to senior associate. It was an amazing experience but I attribute my experience to having an extroverted personality which most people do NOT have going into public accounting. My team in particular was filled with amazing people that invested in you personally and professionally IF you worked hard to cultivate the relationships and grow your professional skillset. I was able to create meaningful relationships outside of the office and have fun at the firm.

Cons

I also attribute my positive experience to having great staff around me. That being said, the people you work with can really make or break you at the firm. There are some people that will demand absolute excellence and you will never be able to satisfy them because there will also be the next busy season filled with the same mannerisms and management styles. I also was not happy with the compensation especially when compared to similar roles at other accounting and tax firms.

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