Tax assistant Review
at Forvis Mazars
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Tax
London
Review Submitted: May 2024
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!
3.5/5
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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:
4/5
Computing tax returns, liaising with clients and admin
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
Doing exams and working simultaneously is the biggest challenge, overall it is rewarding.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Formal email writing, managing time and communication. There is a real emphasis on soft skills and general business acumen too.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
When I first joined there were improvements to be made, however it is at a point where it is pretty well structured.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Generally, enough support is received across all areas. However, there are improvements to be made.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider, BPP, is very good at offering support/advice and I highly recommend them.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Much better, I am able to understand my role a lot better. However, exams will only take you so far and a lot of on the job training is required.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Many. Sporting and non-sporting activities. Overall, Mazars performs exceptionally well in this area.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Forvis Mazars to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a very good company, with industry average pay, an opportunity to learn/go on secondments and a great culture.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Forvis Mazars?
Prepare as much as you can for the phone call interview/group stage interview and understand your proposed pathway (i.e. L7 ACA or L7 ACA/CTA etc.)
