Audit Associate Review

by Grant Thornton

Rating

9.3/10

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

Working as part of the Audit department splitting my time between working from the office and working at client sites at many different locations.

10/10

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

I have both learnt a huge number of job relate skills and built on existing skills such as computer based skills and personal skills when interacting with clients.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the program and I have no regrets in choosing this over a university degree,

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by Grant Thornton?

Very valued and this is seen through all the events organised by GT to thank us for our work and commitment.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well structured with school leavers doing two levels of AAT and then ACA all whilst working full time, but without putting too much stress on the work life balance.

9/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Kaplan provides the training and they are great for support as you are given a number of contacts you can speak to regarding anything training related.

9/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

If support is needed it can be received from line managers, HR, training managers or just any staff you have got to know in your time with GT.

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

Salary far exceeds costs with salary being more than sufficient to cover the costs of the city you work in and allow for disposable income.

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are as many opportunities as you want to get involved in whether it be recruitment, charity work sport or just social events.

9/10

9. Would you recommend Grant Thornton to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because they have been the perfect fit for me and as a school leaver scheme provider they tick all the boxes by being a very highly respected firm and at the same time a very social and friendly place to join.

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

Do your background reading, prepare for the interview as much as you can and relax as the interviewer will be looking at you as a person as much as they look at your accomplishments and merits.