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Audit

Help the team at KPMG perform an outstanding audit

Complete work that simulates life on the job. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
Stand out in your application to KPMG UK. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Why complete this Job Simulation

A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at KPMG's Audit Practice and build your confidence to ace your applications. You will learn critical thinking skills by analysing client data to identify potential risk areas for the audit; data analytics by working with both quantitative and qualitative data to determine accuracy of client accounts; and effective communication by presenting your conclusions and recommendations in a logical and data-informed manner.

Self-paced

2-3 hours

No grades

Optional assessment

Intermediate

Welcome to KPMG UK's Audit job simulation!

KPMG UK's audit function is dedicated to providing an independent audit that enhances trust in financial reporting. Our approach, guided by values such as integrity, professional scepticism, and ethics, fosters a culture of thorough examination and support, ensuring high-quality audits. We emphasise the auditor's role in assuring accurate financial information to aid stakeholders in making informed decisions. KPMG also invests in advanced data and analytics technology to scrutinise assumptions and prioritise significant issues.

The breadth and depth of work is huge. It's work that helps communities and businesses to thrive and grow. In this programme, you'll get a taste of the work done in the audit function at KPMG - helping you to find your career passion and build your skills.

Enjoy! We can't wait to see your application down the track!

How it works

Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at KPMG UK. No live sessions, all self-paced.
Earn a certificate and add it to your CV and LinkedIn as an extracurricular activity.
Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.

Skills you will learn and practice:

Conclusion Writing

Critical Thinking

Data Analysis

Risk Identification

Introduction from KPMG UK

Tasks

Intro & Scenario

Background context and your project team

Your role

You are working as a first-year associate in the audit practice at KPMG UK.
Your client is Globo Gym PLC, a listed company in the fitness industry.
You are part of an “engagement team” assigned to the audit of Globo Gym. The core team is you, your direct supervisor (a senior associate), and an audit manager, all under the leadership of an audit partner.
You'll be assigned specific tasks as part of the audit, where you will work under the guidance of your supervisor to complete your tasks.

Your goal

You don't have a lot of audit experience yet, but you're looking forward to helping the team perform an outstanding audit!
You'll use data provided by the client, KPMG work papers and technology, and the experience of the entire team to help you with your tasks. The specific areas assigned to you are identifying high-risk accounts that need additional review and working with client data to test one of the high-risk accounts identified.

Intro & Scenario

Background context and your project team

Your role

You are working as a first-year associate in the audit practice at KPMG UK.
Your client is Globo Gym PLC, a listed company in the fitness industry.
You are part of an “engagement team” assigned to the audit of Globo Gym. The core team is you, your direct supervisor (a senior associate), and an audit manager, all under the leadership of an audit partner.
You'll be assigned specific tasks as part of the audit, where you will work under the guidance of your supervisor to complete your tasks.

Your goal

You don't have a lot of audit experience yet, but you're looking forward to helping the team perform an outstanding audit!
You'll use data provided by the client, KPMG work papers and technology, and the experience of the entire team to help you with your tasks. The specific areas assigned to you are identifying high-risk accounts that need additional review and working with client data to test one of the high-risk accounts identified.

Reviews

4.6

I liked the practical approach of the simulation, especially learning how to identify audit risks, assess materiality, and perform revenue analytics. It helped me understand how auditors use financial data and professional judgement to evaluate account balances and determine where further investigation is needed.

Student, University of Mumbai

Very practical introduction to fraud investigation. Liked how it broke down real EY workflows - from understanding the Fraud Triangle to analyzing whistleblower complaints and revenue analytics in Excel. The Globo Gym case made it easy to apply audit analytics and see how variances link to fraud risk. Great for understanding what Forensic & Integrity actually does.

Student

I liked that the simulation gave me a realistic insight into what working in audit would be like. I enjoyed analysing the data, identifying high-risk and material accounts, and using Excel to support my conclusions. It also helped me develop my attention to detail and understand how auditors assess financial information and risks.

Student, King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys