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Senior Accountant Review

at Larking Gowen

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Accounting

Norwich

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

5 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
I am a Senior Accountant working for Larking Gowen. I'm responsible for a portfolio of clients, assisting them with compliance and advisory services. I also support and develop my colleagues.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme, learning new skills and developing myself both professionally and personally.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt more skills than I could list through my apprenticeship from starting as an 18 year old straight after completing my A levels to becoming a Senior Accountant and being responsible for a portfolio of clients.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
My programme is very well organised and structured. I'm aware of my targets, deadlines and upcoming milestones.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have received great support from my employer both regarding my job and during my apprenticeship programme.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from my training provider!
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It directly links and makes me perform better in my role.
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
There are a lot of extra-curricular activities at my workplace including multiple team social events and a couple yearly firm wide events which are great fun. We are encouraged to attend professional networking events to develop the firm and us as accountants.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Larking Gowen to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a great firm, offering great opportunities and the people are amazing!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Larking Gowen?
Be yourself, explain what you want to achieve in your career and why.
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