Forvis Mazars Career Simulation: Audit

Overview This Career Simulation gives you a genuine insight into working in Audit at Forvis Mazars, one of the world's leading professional services firms. You'll explore what Auditors actually do, from reviewing financial statements to testing transactions and investigating unusual findings, and see the breadth of clients and industries you could work across. You'll hear directly from an Audit expert, then put your own skills to the test with an activity based on a real data security review. By the end, you'll have a clearer picture of whether a career in Audit could be right for you. What's Included Through this Career Simulation, you will explore the role of an Auditor at Forvis Mazars, gaining insight into the skills, qualifications, and day-to-day realities of the job. You'll hear from a real audit expert, complete an activity based on a genuine audit scenario, and reflect on what you've learned. Lesson Overviews Career Overview Discover what a career in Audit at Forvis Mazars really looks like, and why it's about far more than sitting with a calculator all day. This lesson introduces the breadth of businesses and industries you could work with, from major retailers to local manufacturers, and shows how Audit gives you a fast track to understanding how real businesses operate. Qualification & Skill Requirement Find out the different routes into an aAudit career at Forvis Mazars, including the graduate programme, school leaver apprenticeship, and university internship. This lesson covers the skills and qualities Forvis Mazars looks for, from curiosity and problem-solving to strong time management, and explains how much of the learning happens on the job, supported by buddies, mentors, and structured training. Daily Activities Get a realistic picture of what Auditors actually do day-to-day, from meeting with clients and reviewing financial statements to testing transactions and documenting findings. This lesson shows how the role varies depending on the client and the stage of the Audit. Career Progression Explore how a career in Audit at Forvis Mazars can grow, from studying towards the ACA qualification through to senior roles such as Manager, Director, and Partner. This lesson explains the support available along the way, including funded qualification and study leave, and shows how Audit can lead all the way to equity partnership. Challenges & Rewards Discover the realities of working in Audit, from managing busy reporting deadlines and balancing study with client work, to the satisfaction of understanding how a business really operates. This lesson gives an honest picture of the challenges the role can bring, alongside the rewards of learning fast, being paid to study, and building a strong professional network. Benefits This lesson gives an overview of the benefits available to those working in Audit at Forvis Mazars, including health cover, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle perks. Forvis Mazars is a national living wage employer offering competitive salaries and benefits such as income protection, a cycle-to-work scheme, and support for professional qualifications. Meet the Expert Hear directly from an Audit professional at Forvis Mazars about their career so far, what a typical day looks like, and the skills they use most. This informal conversation gives you a genuine, first-hand insight into life in the role, straight from someone who does it. Activity Put yourself in an Auditor's shoes and review a company's data security procedures across four key areas. You'll practise identifying risk, prioritising what needs attention, and deciding what to recommend, just as you would in the role. Reflection Activity Take a moment to reflect on what you've learned about a career in audit, what interests you most, and how this might shape your next steps. This lesson helps you connect what you've discovered to your own career choices.