Audit Assistant Review

I work in the audit department at KPMG. Day to day, we work on providing high quality audits to audited entities. To do this, we work as a team to ensure that we use our different skills and levels of experience to maximise success throughout the team. On a day to day basis we work on delivering projects to a high level. We communicate externally with clients where neccesary

I have developed communication skills. This is through speaking to audited entities as well as communicating within my own team. I have also improved upon my team working skills, working at KPMG has allowed me to pick up upon techniques which are utilised to maximise efficiency and ultimately success within audit work performed

During my programme, I enjoy some days more than others but this is typically the nature of any job. During periods of time in which I have exams, it can be tough to focus on studying after work however KPMG help us to be on less busy jobs during this period of time. I enjoy meeting new people and socialising in the teams that I am part of

It is well structured, people within the firm know what to expect from new joiners and have an idea of how the progression should look. This helps for my colleagues to help me to learn whilst also knowing when it is suitable for me to share my knowledge with more junior colleagues within my teams.

My employer supports me through periods of time when I need it. The exam periods can be tough however, if you are facing any issues there is a method of communication available to raise these concerns. KPMG support me through my learning through offering different training modules to help improve my knowledge both on and off the job

My training provider help us through tuition for the exams as well as regulary checking in prior to the exam to ensure that if we have any concerns then we have the opportunity to raise them immediately. They offer a good quality of tutoring and resources to help provide us with the best opportunity to pass our exam which we take.

During the qualification, I learn further detail into different accounts which are addressed as part of my role. The qualification helps me to gain an in depth understanding into what it is that I am doing. As well as this, it has helped me to raise more complexed challenges to clients as a result of my greater depth of understanding. This has helped to improve my audit documentation

At KPMG, they offer social events at least every month. This gives the opportunity to meet new people and network. Also, since joining I have participated in 5-a-side football, this occurs weekly and is held at a location which is within walking distance from our office (at Reading University). This offers the opportunity to do something which I enjoy whilst meeting new people within the firm at all levels.

Yes

I would recommend because of the opportunity to learn. Ever since joining KPMG, I have developed in so many aspects, I have professionally developed with my qualifications and I have also developed as a person. This is due to the environment which is created at KPMG. Everyone that I have spoken to is friendly and open to listen to any concerns or help.

Go for it! When I was in this position I was not sure what to expect either. However, everyone wtihin the firm has welcomed me with open arms. There is also no expectation for any prior knowledge, therefore, don't think that the apprenticeship is not for you due to having no background. I am able to learn as I would at university whilst also getting paid and meeting new people with similar career aspirations and all backgrounds