What do our employee’s have to say about the firm, the training and the opportunities available to our graduates? Click on the links below to find out.

• Allison Gibson – Senior Manager Audit: "I have moved up through the firm, first to the position of assistant manager, then to manager, and most recently, to senior manager." >more
• John Boyd – 2nd Year CIPFA Student: "Coming from a non-relevant course I had very little experience of accountancy and what to expect when starting a career. Within a week of joining the organisation I knew that I had made the correct choice." >more
• Laura Myles - 3rd Year CA Student:I actively chose to train with Scott-Moncrieff as I was attracted by the size of the firm and the variety of the client base – and I haven’t been disappointed.

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during my career I have been given the opportunity to work with clients within many different sectors, including commercial, charity and the public sector

Allison Gibson – Senior Manager Audit

"Graduating from Glasgow University I started my training with the firm in August 1998 and have worked within the Glasgow audit department ever since.  After qualifying as a CA in 2001, by building upon the knowledge and experience gained through my ICAS training and on-the job work experience, I have moved up through the firm, first to the position of assistant manager, then to manager, and most recently, to senior manager.  Each promotion has brought with it new challenges which help to keep the job interesting!    

The fact that during my career I have been given the opportunity to work with clients within many different sectors, including commercial, charity and the public sector, allows me to continue to strengthen and grow both my technical and business knowledge. Although it’s a while ago I can remember the support I received as a trainee, but it didn’t stop there, as the firm recognises the importance of continual training in order to develop the potential of its staff."

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John Boyd – 2nd Year CIPFA Student

“I joined Scott-Moncrieff in September 2006 after graduating from Strathclyde University with a degree in Mathematics, Statistics and Finance.  Coming from a non-relevant course I had very little experience of accountancy and what to expect when starting a career in this field.  Within a week of joining the organisation I knew that I had made the correct choice. Everyone from fellow first year students to Partners in the firm went out their way to welcome me.

As part of the Scott-Moncrieff Public Sector team I have had the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of audit work including local authority, health, central government and further education - download Public Sector Briefing - This variety has helped me develop my skills and understanding of public sector accountancy.  The training programme has a clear structure for personal development and the range of work that you are exposed to ensures the work is always fresh and interesting.

Scott-Moncrieff has provided me with substantial support, both formal and informal, as I studied for my examinations.  Learning materials, study leave as well as a programme of courses provided by the CIPFA Education and Training Centre provided an excellent foundation to my learning.  Colleagues were always on hand to provide additional support and expertise whenever required. This support was certainly a key element to my success in my examinations in which I was fortunate enough to win National Awards for two exams.

There is a strong sense of being part of team when working for Scott-Moncrieff.  This is evident when working as part of an audit team or taking part in a year group training course with fellow students. There is also a range of social activities organised by the firm including weekly 7-a-side football, rock climbing, and bowling and comedy club nights to name but a few.”

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Laura Myles - 3rd Year CA Student

I joined Scott-Moncrieff in August 2009 after graduating from the University of Strathclyde and I am currently in my third year of my CA training contract. I actively chose to train with Scott-Moncrieff as I was attracted by the size of the firm and the variety of the client base – and I haven’t been disappointed. In my time I have been given the opportunity to work external audit (company, charity, pensions, and housing association audits), as well as the preparation of accounts for companies, partnerships and sole traders. In doing so, I have had the opportunity to experience various industries which has allowed me not only to develop my skill set but also professionally.

As a third year I am responsible for senioring full audits from planning through to completion and there is nothing more satisfying than seeing a signed set of accounts which you prepared and audited.

I am embarking on my TPE exam in the near future and have the full support of the Scott-Moncrieff training department as well as my colleagues behind me. I believe the technical and commercial experience I have gained during my time thus far at Scott-Moncrieff will be invaluable in assisting me to achieve this.

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