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Low Compensation - Senior Associate Clark Schaefer Hackett Employee Review

1.0
Jan 8, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

No PRO's in the company

Cons

Market corrections were applied selectively and unfairly. Some employees received adjustments while others in identical or more demanding roles were ignored without explanation. Experience was completely disregarded. Employees with years of proven performance and institutional knowledge were passed over, while newer hires were corrected upward simply because of timing or title. No clear criteria or transparency. Leadership failed to explain how decisions were made, creating confusion, resentment, and mistrust across teams. Illogical and demoralizing outcomes. People doing the same work — or more — are now paid significantly less than peers. This has destroyed morale and collaboration. HR and management deflect responsibility. Concerns are met with vague responses like “budget constraints” or “market alignment,” without addressing obvious inconsistencies.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett Response
4mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand that compensation and market alignment decisions can raise questions and strong emotions, and we appreciate you taking the time to express your perspective. Clark Schaefer Hackett regularly reviews compensation as part of a broader effort to remain competitive and aligned with market data, business needs, and role expectations. These reviews consider multiple factors and are not limited to any single element. While we recognize that individual outcomes may not always align with personal expectations, decisions are made thoughtfully and with the intent of supporting the long-term health of the organization and its teams. We recognize the importance of clear communication around complex topics such as compensation and will continue to evaluate how information is shared and discussed across the firm. Thank you again for providing this feedback.

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Thank you for sharing this, and congratulations on completing your internship with us. Hearing that it was a strong learning experience is exactly what we hope for. We put real thought into how we structure our intern program because we believe that early-career opportunities should be meaningful, not just task lists and coffee runs. We want every intern to leave with skills, relationships and a clearer sense of where they want to take their career. We're glad that came through for you, and we wish you well in what comes next.
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Cons

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Clark Schaefer Hackett Response
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Thank you for sharing your review, and for recommending CSH to others. We're glad the team has felt welcoming and that the experience hasn't been overwhelming. That matters to us, especially early in someone's career. We hear you on the hours. Tax season in public accounting has real peaks, and we won't pretend otherwise. Our Anytime Anywhere flexible work policy is designed to give associates and interns more control over how and where they work, and we actively look at how workload is distributed across the team. There's always room to improve, and feedback like yours helps us do that. If there's anything specific you'd like to share, your supervisor or an HR Business Partner is always a good resource. We're glad you're here and hope you continue to grow with us!
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