Audit Assistant Apprenticeship

Audit Assistant Apprenticeship

I’m Sevgi Sac, an Audit Assistant, based in London. I joined RSM two years ago as a mature school leaver. RSM presented a new opportunity for me. I had always wanted to be an engineer, so went to university to reach that goal. When the Covid-19 pandemic really affected my university experience, I started exploring other options. A friend mentioned apprenticeships, so I did some research and realised it could be a quicker route to qualifying and starting my career. It was through all this research that I found RSM. 

During the interview process and assessment centre, I gained a really positive view of RSM compared to other companies. The culture and support shone through, which were the main reasons I chose RSM. After the assessment centre, I already felt a sense of belonging.

My role involves supporting the audit team with our client bookings. I also supervise new joiners and guide them through any questions they may have, which includes how to manage studying towards their qualification.

Working on different audits at RSM gives me the opportunity to work with numerous colleagues. Through conversations with senior people in the team, such as assistant managers or managers, I learn so much from their experience, the challenges they’ve faced and how they overcame them. I’ve also gathered their insights for how they balance their work, social and study lives to help manage my own time well. 

My advice for others starting their journey

For those considering joining RSM as a school leaver, my advice is to not hesitate. There is a misconception that you need to complete accounting at A Level but that isn’t the case. Once you take the first step, more opportunities come to you.