Rating

7.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Setting up and managing financial documents which cover revenue and expenses in order to ensure the correct amounts are being accounted for and taxed by the client.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Excel, time management, organisation, communication are all skills i have developed while on this course.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy the programme as it has allowed me to gain the practical work experience while simultaneously learning the theoretical side of accounting during university time.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The programme is well structured to allow a nice blend of work experience and university education. There are many helpful programme staff who are always available for communication.

    9/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • The employees i've worked with have all been helpful and offered a hand if needed. There have been times i have needed extra help which i didn't receive however overall it's been a positive experience.

    6/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • The training is mainly handled by the University who have been very helpful in providing advice/ guidance relating to our qualifications.

    6/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • It has allowed me to have the knowledge going into work however it is not as significant as the practical experience

    6/10

  • 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 are a few social activities including football and a walking society

    5/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • The support and environment at pwc are all positive, it's a great company to work for from my experience.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
  • Ensure that you understand what the job and role entail, many people assume going into the course that it is more accounting based however that is only a small part of what audit contains.


Details

School Leaver Programme

Audit

Edinburgh

April 2025


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