KPMG360 Apprentice Review

by KPMG

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.3/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I work as an apprentice for KPMG. I rotate around the different functions of the business - tax, audit, advisory and restructuring for 3-6 months in the first year and then I 9 month rotations in my second year. When I was in Tax, my daily tasks included writing engagement letters, writing draft reports and proposals and getting a new client set up on the systems. In audit, I will do various test controls such as 3 way match and do a cast of the draft final accounts. I interact a lot with management and my own cohort; when on client site I will personally interact with the finance team in order to retrieve the information we require to perform an efficient audit.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I am on my way to earning my Level 3 AAT qualification which will enable me to move to level four and then chartered. I am offered various training such as excel, use of internal systems and courses on how to build your network and build your confidence. I think that I am now a lot more confident and I can now use Microsoft systems well and I can use business terminology with confidence.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

KPMG is an excellent company in that the culture is very positive, the teams I have worked with have been very friendly and welcoming and you can easily approach a senior member of staff without feeling out of your depth.

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by KPMG?

I feel really valued by KPMG, I feel that they do actually cater to your needs whether that be physical or mental. The management team want you to succeed and the do as much as they can to help you reach your fullest potential. I think the more you put in the more you get out.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

9/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

8/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

8/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

8/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

8/10

9. Would you recommend KPMG to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Simply because it is a great company to work for and even if you do wish to leave and explore new pastures you leave with a great qualification and an excellent set of skills that companies in various industries will value. It also is one of the big 4, so you career prospects after really do level up.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to KPMG?

I would say do your research and go on the student room as there are hints and tips as to what to expect during the application and assessment centre process. Do speak to you career advisor if you're at school as they know what businesses are looking for when they read applications. Also try and attend KPMG recruitment events as this will give you first hand information and give you a feel for the company and also help you network.