Audit associate Review

by EY

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.7/10

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

Associate - auditing - interaction with colleagues within EY which range from my level to managers to partners on occasion - daily communication with the clients - carry out different aspects of the audit work - worked on various clients small to large.

8/10

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

training toward ACA qualification - internal audit training - time management skils - communication skills and how to present myself and communicate with the clients and management.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

the teams ive worked with have been very nice and the culture is a nice one. everyone is open and value your effort - exceeded my expectation

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by EY?

very valued - been awarded recognition award by manager for the effort.

7/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

clear structure with time off for college for ACA qualification - clear system with counsellor and buddy - always supported with someone more experienced.

8/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

counsellor and buddy and external support from ICAEW and from the college tutor is very good - enjoyable experience

7/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

always someone to talk to for support - a lot of support from counsellor and buddy and peers and all members of team are willing to help.

8/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

who wouldn't want to get paid more but a good start to my career. lunch cost can be pricey with clients in London. travel can cost a lot as well but is reimbursed from the company.

6/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

if you want to get involved can get involved with sports and clubs and networks.

7/10

9. Would you recommend EY to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

enjoy it very much

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

be confident and be yourself in the interview - research the company beforehand and understand the vision2020 initiative