Tax Associate Review

by BDO

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • VAT returns and VAT advice to small to medium size firms and large international firms.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes, I have learn a lot of soft skills (i.e. writing an appropriate email to a client) and a lot of technical skills.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • A lot - there is a lot to learn each day and it is very rewarding.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well organised.

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • A lot. They always ensure I am up to date with everything.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • When it comes to reviews, there is a lot of support. However, the support when actually doing the work is minimal.

    5/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • It definitely helps me to perform better in my role as I am able to learn technical points and apply them to my job.

    10/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • I believe so, but I have never taken part in any of these.

    5/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • They are a great employer and very supportive.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BDO?

    • Research the company and be confident.

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Accounting

Bristol

April 2021

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