Accounting and Business Advisory Supervisor (was assistant) Review

by RSM

Rating

6.9/10

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

Accounts preparation and reviewing. Tagging and reviewing. CT computations.

8/10

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

Yes. Developed organisation skills. New skills - communication.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Enjoyed studying alongside work, as I could put what I had learnt into practice.

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Throughout my programme, it seemed very organised. I knew what I was doing each year, could go to our exam training manager if we had issues. But lately for the new starters, they seem more confused going into ACA.

8/10

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

I felt like I received a good amount of support with my training. However, I was allocated a mentor, but this didn't seem to go as expected. I didn't really feel mentored.

4/10

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

Kaplan (AAT) and BPP (ACA) were amazing at supporting. I always felt comfortable with asking questions and they were there to help whenever needed

10/10

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

It has taught me the knowledge I need to perform in my job.

9/10

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.)

There used to be the odd social activity, but this has stopped due to covid

1/10

9a. Would you recommend RSM to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It has helped me grow as a person and I have really developed here. The support could be better (both exam and mental health support). But overall, it was a positive experience

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

Just be yourself! Personality is a big thing in the interviews.