fresh grad gets 2k, 1 year later 2.4, another yr later 2.8~2.9, then usually 3.3~3.5, then ~~ then if you still survive the days and you are good at the trade, your career will soar.
My info was abt 1, 2 years old, when i was looking for a job. (pray for the better, but it could be worse)
PS: now even in the big fours, promotion is not automatic but merit-based; bonus is seldom over 2 months for most juniors for the past few years. Good thing is due to long hours worked, there are fridge benefits and claimable expenses.
The exposure in big fours is far better than most accountancy firms, however. To be an auditor or follow the accountancy line, big fours are good companies to start with.
You may also consider risk management, special audit (including IT audit, forensic etc.)
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