Audit Associate Review
at S&W
School Leaver Programme
Accounting
London, UK
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
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Overview of Role
3/5
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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:
3/5
My role as an audit associate involves planning and assessing risks within an organisation, designing procedures to assess these risks, and carrying out procedures to essentially verify the accuracy of financial information disclosed to the public.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I think that the programme is beneficial to my development in the business and accounting world and has given me exposure to the way in which a business functions. Some of the work performed can feel monotonous at times, however has the same level of importance.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have learnt the importance of organisation as it is a vital skill needed to efficiently carry out an audit from start to finish. I have also developed communication skills by talking to both internal (colleagues) and external (clients) of all levels, on a daily basis.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well organised/structured. We sit exams in clear periods and it is at a good pace which gives us time to develop in the workplace as well as learn the material.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive sufficient support from my employer, there are internal resources available when excess support is needed which I have not felt the need to rely on.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We have quarterly catch ups with our training provider. They provide tutors for each course/exam who you can contact at any time with queries and will provide timely responses.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The exams we sit are mostly relevant to our course, accounting is a very large umbrella term so as an audit associate, tax exams are not as beneficial but interesting nonetheless.
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
The firm holds many department wide and team socials throughout the year, there are sports and networking events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend S&W to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The firm is very people oriented and ensures that people are developing and progressing at a good rate.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to S&W?
Ensure you are committed as it is a demanding job, however there is a good work life balance especially in comparison to other firms.
