Best Companies Day
Friday 26 February 2016
What does AAB being number 52 on the Sunday Times Best
Companies to Work For list mean to you?
“Having recently returned to AAB after a year out working elsewhere I
can truly say that they are a Best Company to work for. They understand
their employees are crucial to their continued success and reward and
support them accordingly. The firm supported me through my professional
qualifications and helped me to achieve award winning grades, and they
continue to support me in my career development every day.”
Charlotte Stewart, Integrated Employment Solutions Assistant Manager
“It demonstrates the excellent environment we work in, with great
people who all work together as a team and fully support each other. We
are all given encouragement to advance, with fantastic training and
development opportunities. AAB is clearly providing people with a
rewarding and enjoyable career, and this is one of the reasons we made
the Top 100 list.”
Vikki Venerus, Paraplanner, AAB Wealth
“Is fantastic, we are one big team at AAB and the Partners are hugely
appreciative of everyone's contribution to its success, hard work and
dedication, they always show their admiration for a job well done. The
firm is flexible and accommodating to each individual and is generally a
fun and exciting place to work!”
Laura Brockie, Finance Assistant
“AAB is a great place to work, due to the people that work here and being
in one location helps create a ‘one big team’ feeling. The firm really
cares about the people working here as well as the communities in which
we operate, this is evidenced by the various groups we have including
Fundraising, Social, and Sports committees, which all organise events
through-out the year. I really believe that AAB deserve this recognition
because of the people we employ, the atmosphere of the firm, the
culture and all of the activities we do.”
Claire Smith, Corporate Finance Associate
Best Companies Day
Friday 26 February 2016
What does AAB being number 52 on the Sunday Times Best
Companies to Work For list mean to you?
“I feel like it has been such a privilege to work at AAB for over 16 years.
Although the company has grown hugely over the years, I still look
forward coming into work everyday due to the friendly atmosphere that is
created by the staff and longstanding clients. I have also made numerous
life long friends through the business. All of this is testament to how the
partners look after their staff.”
Anna Fergusson, Receptionist
“After working with the firm for several years and now returning as part
of my work experience placement at university, it’s great to see and be
part of the recognition for the great work and atmosphere that being part
of AAB offers. As a firm, AAB has always been attractive for many
students looking for a career in Accountancy and provide us with
invaluable first-hand experience to complement our studies. This
recognition as one of the Top 100 Best Companies to work for is a great
achievement for everyone, from partner to placement student, in the
firm and will provide greater opportunities across the entire firm as well
continuing to attract more and more students/people to the ever growing
team, who are looking to obtain an insightful accountancy experience
alongside a fun and lively workplace environment that is provided at AAB.
Truly well-deserved and a big well done to everyone at the firm!”
Caleb Wake, Placement Student
“Some of the main factors for me would be that the firm values and
regularly invests in its staff whilst also giving you a platform to develop
your knowledge and professional skills. As an example, I had direct
contact with clients from quite an early stage in my training contract
which was great from a personal development point of view. There is
also a good support network in place which means there is always
somebody you can turn to with any queries.”
Craig Burnett, Integrated Employment Solutions Analyst
Best Companies Day
Friday 26 February 2016
What does AAB being number 52 on the Sunday Times Best
Companies to Work For list mean to you?
“Is a true reflection on the firms importance of “revolutionising how we
train, retain and develop our human resources”. I’ve only worked for AAB
for 2 years however I have witnessed numerous occasions that truly
support this strategy, whether it’s exam success, promotions or employee
rewards.”
Kirsten Robertson, Events Co-ordinator
“It comes as no surprise to me. It is a fantastic place to work, there is a
great atmosphere in the office, the training and development
opportunities are great, everyone is treated as equals and rewarded for
their contribution. I am very proud to be an employee of AAB.”
Johanna Bruce, Accounting Services Assistant
“Is a fantastic achievement for AAB as it has been voted for by us staff
and recognises what a great place it is to work and how well we are
appreciated. Very proud to win this.”
Graeme Ross, Business Development Manager
“The firm provide such fantastic training and development opportunities
and really care about you as an individual.”
Rachael Cairns, Audit Analyst
“This is a testament to the diverse work, great people and fantastic
clients we work with. The office always has a good atmosphere because
the Partners and Managers offer the support and encouragement to help
us achieve our goals.”
Louise Collie, Client Development Advisor
Best Companies Day
Friday 26 February 2016
What does AAB being number 52 on the Sunday Times Best
Companies to Work For list mean to you?
“This recognition demonstrates the excellent environment we work in.
The management team have developed a platform which allows each of
us to flourish as individuals and work as part of a diverse team. The
number of career paths on offer and the work/life balance are one of the
numerous reasons I enjoy working for AAB.”
Matthew Allan, Audit Manager
“Everyone at AAB works together and supports each other. The
management team are particularly effective in spotting potential in
individuals and encouraging them to advance, which is clearly providing
people with a rewarding and enjoyable career at AAB and one of the
reasons we made the Top 100 list. This is a hugely deserved recognition
for the firm and becomes another reason why I am proud to work for
AAB.”
Sarah Munro, Marketing Executive
“Is hugely deserved, the firm provide such fantastic training and
development opportunities and really encourage you to develop your
skills. There are many internal and external events for us to get involved
in, and the clients, the staff and management team create such a
friendly, positive atmosphere.”
Amy Barrows, Private Client Tax Trainee
“Being named as “One of the Best Companies to Work for” is great
because the company is only “Best” because of the people that work
within it. This is not the company or it’s owners saying ‘look how good we
are’ – because we all contribute equally to it being ”Best” – so we should
all be jointly proud of this achievement.”
Alan Paterson, Chief Operations Officer
Best Companies Day
Friday 26 February 2016
What does AAB being number 52 on the Sunday Times Best
Companies to Work For list mean to you?
“The firm has gone from strength to strength over the years and that
definitely includes the staff as well. A great place to work with a real
sense of belonging.”
Fiona Vass, Secretary
“AAB deserves to be in the top 100 list, makes me feel proud to be part of
the firm and part of the achievements made. I came to AAB from a
completely different industry and from the first day was made to feel like
part of the AAB family and an integral part of the team.”
Stephen Lawie, Management Information Solutions Manager
“Is very much deserved as they give people a chance, people like myself
who had not worked in an office environment for many years and had lost
confidence. They have patience teaching and training anyone who is keen
to learn and will talk to people who need advice about working in an
office without it being a chore to them. All the staff are friendly and
make you feel like one of the family no matter what your position is. A
very happy and rewarding company to work for.”
Wendy Webster, Admin Assistant
“Makes me think about what the firm has achieved since I joined nearly
17 years ago. The firm has grown both in staff and client numbers but it
has managed to retain its core commitment to its staff by encouraging
and supporting them through their development and providing a working
environment that enables staff at all levels to be involved in exciting and
rewarding work.”
Lesley Connon, Tax Senior Manager
Best Companies Day
Friday 26 February 2016
What does AAB being number 52 on the Sunday Times Best
Companies to Work For list mean to you?
“This is s a great achievement and I am proud to say I work here. Working
at AAB gives me variety to my working day and the opportunity to work
along side and learn from colleagues in several of the other services lines.
The firm also encourages you to just ask if there are any projects/other
areas of work, out with your normal role, that you would like to be
involved in, whether that is for personal development or career
progression.”
Debbie Smith, Indirect Tax Assistant Manager
“Working at AAB gives me the opportunity to grow and learn more
technical indirect tax knowledge from my experienced and
knowledgeable peers. The team is dedicated to helping grow each
individual, an ethos that is portrayed throughout AAB.
Chelsea Robertson, Placement Student