Audit Industrial Placement Review

Daily tasks involve completing risk assessments, reviewing and documenting controls, testing of key account areas, and testing journals. Daily interactions with engagement team - providing updates External interactions with clients - providing updates, requesting evidence for testing.

Developed communication skills in a profession environment, both written and verbal. Developed analytical skills through testing and analysis of entity accounts. Developed organisational and time management skills as I would often be managing multiple tasks at once under tight deadlines.

Yes, I was responsible for all the tasks that I was assigned and these included testing of key account areas. I was also responsible for communications with the client regarding any of the account areas that I was testing. I was supported by senior team members who were always there to help if needed.

I received lots of training during my placement. I also received good support from senior team members and they explained each area of the audit to me in detail and ensured I had the correct information in order to complete my assigned tasks. They were also always available to answer any questions.

The company culture was very good with a good sense of striving for improvement and development. There was also a flexible working atmosphere.

I enjoyed my placement a lot as it gave me the opportunity to learn a lot from more experienced colleagues and develop a lot of skills that would be important to me in the future. I also had the opportunity to sit two ACA examinations and start the process to becoming a chartered accountant.

Yes

Research the values of the company and anything unique about them. Ensure you understand the service line you are applying to and read around to see if there is anything interesting affecting the company or the service line.