Big 4 refers to the Philippine member firms of the four largest global accounting and audit networks:
- SGV & Co. (EY)
- Isla Lipana & Co. (PwC)
- KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co. (KPMG)
- Navarro Amper & Co. (Deloitte)
What they do: audit, tax, and advisory or consulting work for companies and institutions.
Typical career ladder: associate, senior, manager, senior manager or director, then partner. How long each step takes differs by firm and person.
What it means for you:
- Audit roles are a common first job for new CPAs
- Expect heavy workloads during busy season
- Pay and benefits are set by each firm — compare actual offers