Auditor Review

Financial audit of clients ranging from small manufacturing business to large financial groups of companies. Required reviews of client documentation & daily communications with senior members of the client finance team, to gain assurance over the financial statements being produced for the various companies.

Built upon existing microsoft excel skills to become more advanced in the use of the software. Developed better communication skills from dealing with client contacts and internal teams. Developed leadership and coaching skills though roles requiring management of audit files and junior team members.

Found it a useful experience, and largely enjoyable for the first 18 months. However, after this time the workload significantly increased making it difficult to find a good work life balance. Additionally, i found the work to be relatively repetitive.

Clearly organised with a timeline for exam completion, as well as plenty of opportunities to make up the required work experience hours.

Good level of support, although concerns were not always dealt with to find a satisfying solution.

Good level of support, with significant face to face team and the ability to contact tutors out of hours.

The skills learned in the qualification were applicable to the audit work i was undertaking.

Multiple societies and sports activities were accessible at work.

Yes

Plenty of opportunities to find the right career path for yourself, and a good social environment to be a part of.

Source out opportunities for yourself, and don't be afraid to speak up or ask questions.