Flying Start Degree programme - FS2 - LRA EP Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Role of an AS2 in PwC-performed testing over low-risk areas example PPE, payroll, Cash & AP and helped document high risk areas. Coaching anyone below us. Helping us progress towards a senior associate-applying what we learn at university to the work environment, learning to be professional & the technical skills of accounting.

10/10

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

Yes, a lot of new skills and experiences-university to work transition is a huge challenge. Learnt how to be professional, more theoretical aspects of accounting, more networking. How to be professional sceptical and interact with clients. How to coach people below us. Developed communication skills and accounting knowledge as well.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Challenging but enjoyable..someones,it can be stressful but support network always available. Challenging but enjoyable..someones,it can be stressful but support network always available. Challenging but enjoyable..someones,it can be stressful but support network always available. Challenging but enjoyable..someones,it can be stressful but support network.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very good-all timetables and key dates are sent on time. Communications always done on time regarding exams, placement etc. Everyone working on the programme completely understands our position and know what to expect from us and how to support and help us, Overall, definitely very good organisation of this programme.

10/10

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

A significant amount of support when needed and asked for. People managers, buddies etc are always available. They always look out for us and ask us when we need help. We are valued and recognised at the firm. Overall, excellent support from PwC and is always available when needed definitely.

10/10

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

Very good amount-helpful website and always answer questions either via email or phone. Always available and provide support anytime we need it. Overall, excellent support provided from my training provider ICAEW. University-very well organised and helpful support always at hand. Everyone looks out for you and we really appreciate this.

10/10

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

Always supports and helps when needed. Very organised too. We will have done most of our exemption exams by the end of the programme and this is a huge benefit for us over those who do their exams after starting work. Helps us a lot get out qualification much quicker.

10/10

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. Social events are always going on-depends on whetehr you take the oppurtunity or not-for example, pizza making events, social balls, quiz nights, drinks, dinner, audit meals etc are always there to help us interact with others and have a break between work-very good industry division system has been provided.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Excellent reputation, learn a lot of new skills, lots of networking opportunities available, progression for career, opportunities available, support provided, lots of locations PwC is available in, values their employees, excellent organisation, very well-equipped office,canteen services available, help always provided from anyone needed., Excellent firm to work for definitely.

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

Be open to new challenges and take up any opportunities that come your way. Don't be shy-you always know much more than you think and help and support is always available. Always be open-minded and take up as many opportunities as you can and it will help you develop.