accountant Review
at Starling Bank
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Accounting
London
Review Submitted: June 2023
Overall Rating
4.7 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
5/5
My role is recording any financial transactions especially with the right details, Preparing financial statements for every monthly and annually reports, Complying with accounting regulations and also making sure everyone complies with the rules - Providing financial advice, Auditing financial records to check for any discrepancy, Managing and mitigating risk, Forecasting financial performance.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I always check to see if the indulgences I give myself are something I would like to do repeatedly and enjoy. Therefore, I look forward to each and every session of my programme. I supply the needed energy, primarily positive energy. By valuing each and every step, I have been able to advance.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Time management: I am able to manage my time effectively to meet deadlines and complete projects on time.
Organizational skills: I am able to organize my work and keep track of financial information.
Customer service skills: I am able to provide excellent customer service to clients and stakeholders.
Professionalism: I am able to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations.
I am proud of the skills that I have developed as an accountant. I believe that these skills have made me a valuable asset to my organization and have helped me to succeed in my career.
Organizational skills: I am able to organize my work and keep track of financial information.
Customer service skills: I am able to provide excellent customer service to clients and stakeholders.
Professionalism: I am able to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations.
I am proud of the skills that I have developed as an accountant. I believe that these skills have made me a valuable asset to my organization and have helped me to succeed in my career.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme is carefully planned and organized to ensure that each and every session accomplishes the intended results. I also see it from the standpoint that it takes personal work to ensure that, at the end of it, I am able to respect and trust the process enjoying the journey as a whole.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As an accountant, I receive a lot of support from my employer. This support includes:
Training: My employer provides me with ongoing training to stay up-to-date on the latest accounting regulations and best practices.
Resources: My employer provides me with access to the latest accounting software and other resources to help me do my job effectively.
Counseling: My employer provides me with counseling and support to help me deal with the challenges of my job.
Mentorship: My employer provides me with mentorship from experienced accountants to help me develop my skills and career.
Accommodations: My employer provides me with accommodations to help me work effectively, such as flexible work hours and a quiet workspace.
Training: My employer provides me with ongoing training to stay up-to-date on the latest accounting regulations and best practices.
Resources: My employer provides me with access to the latest accounting software and other resources to help me do my job effectively.
Counseling: My employer provides me with counseling and support to help me deal with the challenges of my job.
Mentorship: My employer provides me with mentorship from experienced accountants to help me develop my skills and career.
Accommodations: My employer provides me with accommodations to help me work effectively, such as flexible work hours and a quiet workspace.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider offers me support :
Tutoring: My provider offers tutoring services . This can be done in person, online, or over the phone. Resources: My provider offers me library of resources, such as textbooks, study guides, and practice exams. Assessments: assessments to help track my progress and identify areas where I need additional help.
Mentorship: my providers offer mentorship programs that help me interact with experienced professionals in the field. This can be a great way to get advice and guidance from someone who has been there before.
Tutoring: My provider offers tutoring services . This can be done in person, online, or over the phone. Resources: My provider offers me library of resources, such as textbooks, study guides, and practice exams. Assessments: assessments to help track my progress and identify areas where I need additional help.
Mentorship: my providers offer mentorship programs that help me interact with experienced professionals in the field. This can be a great way to get advice and guidance from someone who has been there before.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I believe that getting certification from my training provider has improved how I carry out my job in a number of ways.
I now have a solid basis in accounting principles and procedures, to start. This has made it easier for me to comprehend the financial statements I work with and see potential issues.
I now have the knowledge and abilities to analyse financial data, second. As a result, I was better able to recognise patterns and trends in the data and offer suggestions for raising the organization's financial performance.
Third, it has equipped me with the knowledge and abilities to interact productively with internal and external stakeholders. This has made it easier for me to succinctly and clearly explain difficult financial concepts.
I now have a solid basis in accounting principles and procedures, to start. This has made it easier for me to comprehend the financial statements I work with and see potential issues.
I now have the knowledge and abilities to analyse financial data, second. As a result, I was better able to recognise patterns and trends in the data and offer suggestions for raising the organization's financial performance.
Third, it has equipped me with the knowledge and abilities to interact productively with internal and external stakeholders. This has made it easier for me to succinctly and clearly explain difficult financial concepts.
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
Social activities: There are many opportunities to get to know your colleagues and build relationships outside of work. For example, my company hosts regular happy hours, potlucks, and other social events.
Sports teams: My company has a variety of sports teams, including a softball team, a volleyball team, and a running club. These teams are a great way to stay active and have fun with your colleagues.
Professional networking events: My company hosts regular professional networking events, such as industry conferences and meetups. These events are a great way to meet new people in your field and learn about new opportunities.
Sports teams: My company has a variety of sports teams, including a softball team, a volleyball team, and a running club. These teams are a great way to stay active and have fun with your colleagues.
Professional networking events: My company hosts regular professional networking events, such as industry conferences and meetups. These events are a great way to meet new people in your field and learn about new opportunities.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Starling Bank to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's a digital bank, therefore everything related to your bank account may be done online or through the Starling app. You will find this convenient and time-saving.
It is quick and simple to register: A Starling Bank account can be opened in a matter of minutes. You don't have to present any documents or visit a branch.
It's a trustworthy bank: Since Starling Bank is a regulated institution, the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) will protect your funds.
It offers excellent customer service. Starling Bank is known for providing top-notch customer service. You can contact customer care at any time if you need assistance.
It is quick and simple to register: A Starling Bank account can be opened in a matter of minutes. You don't have to present any documents or visit a branch.
It's a trustworthy bank: Since Starling Bank is a regulated institution, the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) will protect your funds.
It offers excellent customer service. Starling Bank is known for providing top-notch customer service. You can contact customer care at any time if you need assistance.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Starling Bank?
Do your research: Before you apply, be sure to do your research and learn as much as you can about Starling Bank. This will help you to understand the company and its culture, and it will also help you to answer any questions that the interviewer may ask.
Be prepared to talk about your skills and experience: The interviewer will want to know about your skills and experience, so be prepared to talk about them in detail. Be sure to highlight your most relevant skills and experience, and be prepared to explain how they would be a valuable asset to Starling Bank.
Be enthusiastic: The interviewer will want to see that you are enthusiastic about the opportunity to work for Starling Bank. Be sure to express your enthusiasm for the company and its culture, and be sure to explain why you are interested in working for Starling Bank.
Be prepared to talk about your skills and experience: The interviewer will want to know about your skills and experience, so be prepared to talk about them in detail. Be sure to highlight your most relevant skills and experience, and be prepared to explain how they would be a valuable asset to Starling Bank.
Be enthusiastic: The interviewer will want to see that you are enthusiastic about the opportunity to work for Starling Bank. Be sure to express your enthusiasm for the company and its culture, and be sure to explain why you are interested in working for Starling Bank.
