Audit associate Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.5/10

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

I audit financial statements for insurance clients and this involves checking their accounts are free of material misstatement.

7/10

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

I have learnt how to use excel to a more advanced standard and how to use software like Alteryx

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I do not fully enjoy the programme as the work is repetitive and not challenging.

4/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

it is structured well with regards to split between client work and ACA exam teaching.

6/10

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

I receive an average amount of support. They enable us greater flexibility with our exams which is supportive but when busy season comes round there is limited support.

5/10

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

We receive lots of support with time at college and exam prep sessions to enable our learning.

7/10

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

I think it enables us to understand financial accounts which is fundamental to the job.

7/10

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.)

Yes you can play tennis for example and join sports teams.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They provide a good base for a career and help guide your interests.

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

To apply for a service line you are surely interested in and not if you do not like it.