Senior Auditor Review

by EY

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

I am an auditor senior at EY. I prepare and review working papers on a day to day basis.

8/10

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

I have learnt the following: -team work -how to meet deadlines under pressure -balancing work and studies -analytical skills

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme is enjoyable and I have made many friends along the way. To improve the programme I would say to add more study leave in blocks rather than to go back to work between exams.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think the programme is well structured. We have something called a retain which shows our timetable for the year.

10/10

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

We have a peer group which we can reach out to as well as a counsellor which is very helpful.

8/10

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

I feel that we are well supported for college times.

9/10

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

I feel that the skills we learn in the exams are sometimes transferrable but mostly I learn from the job itself.

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 activities. I am part of the womens network.

6/10

9a. Would you recommend EY to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The company is great to work for and they are very flexible with good career growth opportunities.

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

To be yourself during the application and to properly research the role first as many people aren't aware what audit is before they start.