Accounting Assistant Review
at RSM
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Accounting
Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
4.3 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
My job role is to prepare accounts for an array of different clients. These clients can be farmers, industrial, betting companies, fashion companies. It includes reconciling the bank and ensuring that the client documents are accurate and truthful. We prepare journals for any adjustments that are needed.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy working at RSM. It is a good company to work for as they are within the Top 10 accounting firms in the world. Since working at RSM, I have had some good opportunities and been able to grow with the company.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed my time management, organisation and arithmetic skill. I have also learnt the actual skill of accountancy. We use software such as excel, so I have developed my IT skills further. I am also now more confident in public speaking and can present confidently and professionally.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is structured well. It allows you time in between exams to focus on work which helps to develop your skill in the field, and also allows less pressure to be on you when the exams do occur.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My line manager and head of department are both very good people and have helped me tremendously especially over the last couple of months. They often tell me that I am improving and that they can see my potential, which pushes me to exceed even further.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
BPP are very good and the tutors are very quick to respond. I just think the communication between BPP and RSM can be a little better as sometimes things can get mislead / confusing.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I 100% believe that my qualification has allowed me to do well at my job role, as without going through the qualification I wouldnt have been able to succeed as I am doing. Vice versa at work too.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Yes. I am apart of the social committee, and we have an input for the social activities that the office takes part in. I have regular catch ups with a 'staying connected' team who also develop new ideas for the office to stay connected during lockdown.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend RSM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I believe RSM is a good platform to start your journey with accounting. It is not as pressurised as the big 4 so perfect for people who are joining as a school leaver. It is a nice place to work with friendly colleagues.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RSM?
Stay true to yourself. Go in to the interview with research of the company, and ensure you have questions to ask at the end. Dont be afraid to ask questions. Make sure you are prepared to find a work life balance at a young age.
