KPMG360 Apprentice Review

My role on a day-to-day basis in the Audit Financial Services department involves auditing client's financial statements in accordance with the auditing standards. Pre-COVID, there was face to face interactions with the client. Currently audits are being performed on a hybrid working basis where client interactions are mainly through online platforms. The ultimate aim of an audit is to provide assurance that and entity’s financial statements present a true

I have learnt several key skills required to effectively carry out an audit, I have learnt these skills through continuing professional development and through my studies. Working at the same time as studying has been very reqarding for me as not only am I able to learn in a practical manner aswell, but I also have opportunities to apply the knowledge that I am learning to my work.

I really enjoy my programme as I have any colleagues who are in my cohort and in my position. They are always ready to help if I have any questions and at the same time they are always asking me questions which I am also very happy to help with. My programme encourages networking and there is plenty of social events to get involved with. I have never felt alone at any point during the programme.

The programme is well organised and structured and the support networks within the programme is clear and always communicated. I have always felt confident to reach out if I had any questions. The programme is structured in a way that everyone has a dedicated support function and any changes in the support functions are notified to us well in advance.

I receive regular support from my employer and I am never left in a position where I feel alone. My employer regularly communicates mental health support networks and opportunities to get involved in local community work. In regards to my studies, my employer is always available to help if there are any questions which my tuition provider is unable to answer and is always ready to provide additional support to help our academic development.

There are several support networks from my training provider, from tutors to personal coaches whom one can reach out to if they require help with specific studies or general technical queries. The training provider also reaches out at certain stages of the studies to ensure we have all the support we require and this gives us an opportunity to ask further questions.

My qualification teaches me the key principles of auditing and why audits are performed and how they help the users of the financial statements. This gives the background knowledge which makes my role more interesting and exciting. My qualification plays a key part in my development at work as it provides me that added confidence to take on more complex and challenging tasks and equips me with the necessary knowledge required.

At work, there is regular communication about opportunities to get involved and help the local communities and various charities. There is also regular communication of joining network events and social clubs which is also very fun and interesting. We are also given the opportunity to create social clubs and invite colleagues to join. This is very inclusive and allows those who feel very passionate about something to make a difference.

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KPMG is a place that encourages learning and development. I feel that I have grown as a person and have built on my learning significantly while working at KPMG and look forward to continue building my career at KPMG. KPMG is more than just a workplace, it feels like home, and the colleagues at KPMG are more than just colleagues, they are family.

I would advise to apply to KPMG as they are a supportive employer with many support networks available so you are not alone in your learning journey. KPMG offers several opportunities to expand on your learning and experience and they support you along the way. KPMG work with you to bring out the best in you and is always looking for way to help you develop in your career.