Audit Apprentice Review

by KPMG

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.6/10

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

Working on clients. Conducting audit tests and procedures. Working and interacting together in a team to achieve a group audit.

8/10

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

Yes, I have learned new skills concerning audit and accounting itself. From procedures to technical knowledge.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my program to a high extent.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My program is structured well. Although, I believe there could be more regular communication. I for one, would have expected there to be less gaps between exams, and more communication between us and the relevant team.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive a good amount of support which is available.

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I receive a good amount of support, although I believe there could be more frequent communication.

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I believe the qualification is pivotal to me achieving the required and exceeding this required level of knowledge.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, there are social activities and sporting activities. Although not a lot has been communicated in terms f actual professional networking events.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend KPMG to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

KPMG is an overall great company to work for. Ultimately, it does support your long term goals and aspirations, thus why I would recommend to a friend and have already done so.

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

I'd give the tip to just be yourself. Don't be someone you are not. Portray honesty and curiosity. Be an active listener and show interest.