Associate Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.8/10

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

My role was an auditor and some day to day tasks include rolling forward, test of details, audit of notes and helping the team complete EGAs

10/10

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

Yes I have become more confident, I have learnt how to use Aura and complete EGAs, I have also learnt new formulas in excel such as a VLOOKUP which helps with the mapping of a trial balance

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoyed my placement as I was able to do actual audit work which helped me to understand what auditors actually do. I also met a lot of lovely people that I am looking forward to seeing next placement

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is quite organised, I have been available for work a few times but the majority of times I have been available, I have been given work to complete

8/10

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

There are a variety of people around who are happy to take time to support me with my work, even if I'm not on the same job as them

10/10

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

Lots of support, we get intensive training weeks and revision sessions

10/10

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

It gives me the foundation knowledge that it required to complete my work.

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, new joiners day, quiz's, christmas party, football and more

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a very good job with lots of lovely people and there are always people there to support you.

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

Be confident and smile