Auditor - Intern Review

The role was really interesting, working on range of insurance clients with one being in the FTSE 100. General day to day work consisted of liasing with clients, selecting samples to be tested and documenting work from client supporting documentation on less complex areas.

I have learnt more excel skills since starting the job, as well as learning accounting treatments through the ICAEW professional qualification exams. My business acumen has also increased being able to get exposure on a wide range of companies and how they operate.

The programme was very enjoyable, as well as the work the team environment really made the experience, this helps with long hours that are put in.

As an intern you follow the same structure as an Associate graduate, the structure is well laid out and you are able to navigate your progression, especially through ICAEW exams

Support in terms of coaching through work was excellent, but that is due to all members of the team that I worked on. I also received a lot of support from my personal manager.

we received paid training days to work with KAPLAN to get us to the level to take our exams. This could be weeks of remote and on-site learning.

The qualification gives you a much better understanding of accounting treatments which help better your approach to certain tasks and tailor questions to managers.

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Despite long hours at times there is a very friendly and team first culture which is great for social opportunities

Try and be as authentic as you can be, there is no 'game' to play when going through the application process. Show that you are able to work well with others and always have the ability to ask questions when you can to better your understanding on tasks.