Can some please tell me the salary range to expect from a big 4 firm. I have CPA, Graduate Degree and currently on a salary of lower $60,000s, with 7-8 years of Accounting & Audit experience (non-public firm). Is matching available at big 4...I mean matching your current pay? I will appreciate any advice.

Thanks

the general rule is that all the salaries in public accounting a pretty set depending on the level that you start.  if they are bringing you in as a staff, you would get the prevailing staff salary ($48-52K Southeast).  if you are coming in as a senior you'd get the senior salary ($52-65) depending on what year senior they bring you in as

negotiating is really not an option.  and if they do budge your raise will suck.

Thanks for your post...but what do you mean

wetbandits & 007CPA,

Thanks for your suggestions and advice. Please, I welcome any other person contribution and idea.

Thanks in advance.