Satisfaction with Work

• "I really enjoy working at my company. The atmosphere is great to work in, and in terms of learning, people around you have an understanding that you are on the path to becoming an accountant and therefore do not expect you to know everything. They give their time to explain things, but also challenge you to use your initiative." -- Auditor, Entry Level

Quality of Work

• "There is always something new and different to learn when working on a new client. It is a steep learning curve but it gives you a real 'buzz' when applying technical knowledge gained at college to a 'real life' work situation. As a junior on the team, I would say you have quite a lot of contact time with the client out on site, because you will be the one requesting loads of documents to carry out your testing." -- Entry Level
• "So far I have worked on too very large audits, which has given me fantastic insight into property commerce and the audit of companies of that nature. I have had exposure to interacting with clients, learning their internal systems, and due to the large amount of subsidiaries I have been able to really develop my audit skills in specific areas. I look forward to experiencing smaller audits later in the year." -- Auditor, Entry Level

Culture

• "The culture is very friendly. All Partners, managers and seniors are very approachable, which allows great working relationships throughout the company. I think UHY is very good in recruiting people who fit nicely in this culture. We are encouraged to work together, and really understand the value that working as a cohesive team can bring. Outside of work, the team regularly meets for drinks after work, and also organise mini events on weekends." -- Auditor, Entry Level
• "People are very helpful and supportive. The partners are very approachable and willing to address any concerns. Socialising outside work varies – it's harder for the audit department as we are hardly in the office at the same time so tend to socialise with people in our year." -- Junior Accountant, Entry Level

Hours

• "On average I work the standard 35 hours a week, although this can differ when working to tight deadlines. I have only had to work one weekend so far since starting, whilst doing long days on audit. UHY does not ignore this fact and allows you to take all the overtime you have done as Time off in Lieu, in quieter periods. The company is good at scheduling staff, and therefore, they are usually very flexible when it comes to booking holiday. They also have an option to purchase an additional 10 holiday days." -- Auditor, Entry Level
• "I have had to do the occasional bit of overtime but the firm generally gives you this time off in lieu. For trainees there is not a culture of long hours and 90% of the time I work a 7 hour day." -- Junior Accountant, Entry Level

Pay

• "Obviously you want to get paid more (!) but I think it is reasonable for a second year trainee given the level of responsibility. Plus the fact they are paying for your study leave and courses etc." -- Junior Accountant, Entry Level
• "I believe the starting salary at UHY is very competitive with the market. I think it is fair compensation for the skills you offer the company at that stage, but who wouldn’t want to earn more?!" -- Auditor, Entry Level

Interviews & Assessments

• "My recruitment process was different to the other graduates as I joined the firm outside their standard in take. In terms of interview preparation, UHY look for numerous things from a candidate, beginning simply with their ability to fit into the team and carry out tasks. Understanding what your role entails, and customising answers that explain how your experience can add value in these situations is important." -- Auditor, Entry Level
• "Two rounds – initial interview then interview day with partners." -- Junior Accountant, Entry Level