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Based in South Carolina, Elliott Davis is one of the top accounting firms in the U.S. It’s consistently named one of the “Best Places to Work” in its major markets. It offers its staff numerous development opportunities, including formal and informal feedback, training, and mentoring. Philanthropy and community outreach are a focus, and Elliott Davis does a great job when it comes to female diversity—women hold many of the firm’s leadership positions.
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Elliott Davis is looking for smart, humble, hungry, motivated, honest candidates who are eager to learn and work well in teams. Good communication skills are also ideal. For students, the firm runs a very valuable internship program that offers numerous training opportunities and exposure to the work assignments of first-year staff. Elliott Davis is also committed to the development of its full-time staff, providing them with thorough formal and informal feedback, training, and mentoring. The one negative, according to insiders, is promotion policies could be improved.
While busy season hours are long, a healthy work/life balance can be achieved most of the year. Elliott Davis cares about employees’ well-being, offering flexible schedules, unlimited PTO, a casual...
About the Company
Elliott Davis is the 41st largest accounting firm in the U.S., as measured by annual revenues, according to Accounting Today. With eight offices in South Carolina, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia, Elliott Davis employs approximately 760 professionals and booked $136 million in annual revenues in its latest fiscal year. The firm is led by CEO Richard E. "Rick" Davis.
Combining technical knowledge with experience, Elliott Davis provides comprehensive assurance, tax, consulting, and advisory solutions to diverse businesses, organizations, and individuals. The company serves privately and publicly held companies, not-for-profit organizations, and governmental entities. Service teams specialize in 16 different industries, including financial services, manufacturing and...
Employee Reviews
- “Flexibility to work your own schedule is great. Some of us like to come in early and leave on time to have dinner with our families. Others want to sleep in a bit and stay later. It is flexible enough that you can work when you are at your prime in the day. Then if you need to work from home, that is usually a possibility.”
- “It is wonderful. My firm truly cares about my personal well-being and ensures I get an adequate break and down time. I’m a natural workaholic and feel very dedicated to Elliott Davis so I work much more than I'm ‘expected’ to and don't take vacations regularly. However, the firm ensures I take time off and forces me home to give me a break, which I cannot appreciate more! It is sometimes difficult to take vacation time if you aren't planning four to five months in advance, but when requested, it is always approved.”
- “The unlimited PTO is nice. I enjoy the fact that the firm treats employees like adults and doesn't heavily scrutinize time away if they’re getting their tasks completed timely. Elliott Davis provides nearly unlimited opportunity for quality of life. The trick is managing the workload in order to take advantage of the opportunities.”
- “I could not ask for a better work/life balance in public accounting. I feel that my firm is there for its employees, not only at work but outside of work as well.”
Getting Hired Here
- “We're looking for someone who wants to be part of a team that's striving for success—someone who's self-motivated and honest.”
- “Interview process consists of identifying candidates through referral and on-campus recruiting. Candidates generally come into the office for interviews with various levels and members of audit and tax, and go to a lunch or coffee with additional staff. Callbacks are typically very quick (same day or next day). Ideal candidates are those who display a willingness to learn and work well in teams and display good communication skills. Their goals should align with the mission, vision, and values of the firm.”
- “Ideal candidate is someone who possesses skills that are not currently on staff, someone who can bring a new perspective to the firm. Interview and callback process seem to be fair for experienced hires.”
- “We're looking for well-rounded individuals who approach work with a great attitude, and are receptive to change, smart, humble, and hungry.”
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