My name is Mitchell van der Kooij and I work as an assistant accountant at The Audit Company.
In this role, I support the team in different phases of the audit assignment, ensuring the successful completion of each project. No day is the same: sometimes I work on preparatory forms, other times I perform audit work. It is precisely this variety and flexibility that I greatly appreciate in my work.
When I applied to The Audit Company at the time, I immediately noticed the relaxed and open atmosphere. What started as a formal interview quickly turned into a personal and pleasant conversation. This gave me the feeling that working here is not only about numbers, but also about human contact and a pleasant working environment.
My workday usually starts with a cup of coffee, going through emails and reviewing the schedule. Then I get to work on the tasks on the agenda for the day. What I like is that this always varies: every week I work on different files or with different teams, which keeps the work dynamic and educational.
Of course there are also times when it is busy, for example when several deadlines coincide, or when it coincides with my studies. Fortunately, within the team there is always room to help and support each other. That collegial feeling makes all the difference. For me, working at The Audit Company is the right balance between professional growth and job satisfaction.
What I would like to pass on to new colleagues is: dare to ask, but think for yourself first. It is good to try to solve a problem independently, but sometimes it is more efficient to look at it together. That not only helps you move forward faster, but also ensures that you better understand why you are doing something.
Since I started, I have noticed that I have made rapid strides, both in knowledge and in independence. Work really becomes more fun when you understand the rationale behind your tasks and can make the connection with the theory from your studies. That is what I am most proud of: the progress in my studies, and how I can apply that knowledge directly to my work.