Rating

7.6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • My role at GT is an Audit Associate. On a day to day basis I go out to clients performing various different tests to ensure the financial statements show a true and fair view of a company at a given point in time.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I've completed my AAT level 3 and I am currently completing my AAT level 4. I've also attended numerous internal training days/weeks throughout my time at GT specifically designed to improve my accounting knowledge

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy the programme I am currently on and the variety it involves.

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Grant Thornton?
  • I feel that I am valued by GT. Throughout my time, I have been given more and more responsibility which shows I am progressing and others have confidence in me.

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The audit department is well structured with different grade bands as you progress through the firm/qualifications

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • Tutors are usually very knowledgeable in the given module of teaching but quality of teaching methods vary

    5/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • People managers are always on hand to support any queries/issues I may have.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • Salary provided is more than adequate given my current living costs

    8/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Monthly social events are organised as well as several company activities throughout the year

    7/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Grant Thornton to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Great alternative choice for those that don't wish to go to university


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Grant Thornton?
  • Ensure you express yourself and your abilities throughout the application process


Details

School Leaver Programme

Accounting, Finance

North West

May 2018


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