Flying Start Degree Program - FS1 Manchester Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.2/10

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

Auditing the year end accounts of various companies. I had a junior role and received coaching throughout to help me learn quickly. The job involves working through 'EGAs' or 'Evidence Gathering Activities' allowing us to deliver an opinion on said accounts.

9/10

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

I have learnt many new skills such as auditing methodology and testing methods, and developed my existing learning from university.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoyed my program. It was very challenging however I was given the right guidance to face this challenge.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised - always given clear instructions and guided through each step.

9/10

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

The one thing everyone says at PwC is how friendly everyone is - this is true. We receive lots of support from not only each other but our seniors.

10/10

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

We receive all the support we could possibly need from the university/ICAEW.

10/10

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

8/10

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 many socials, competitions and conferences etc.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Very friendly employees, flexible working, very rewarding and challenging.

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

Don't panic about settling in as you'll be coached through everything. Make a good network as that always helps - and be prepared to work very hard.