Audit Trainee Review

by BDO

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.2/10

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

My job title within my firm is audit trainee. My daily tasks involve visiting client sites on a regular basis and communicating with the client on a daily basis. Within audit I work on various sections within the scope of an audit and will regularly meet with clients to discuss any queries o issues that may arise.

7/10

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

I will finish the qualification at the end of September and will have obtained the CFAB qualification. On a more personal basis I have certainly developed my communication skills and am confidently be able to address a client and professional discuss any issues that arise. I have also addressed my organisation skills as my role enables me to juggle various different jobs at a time and therefore organisation is a key aspect of the job.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy working at BDO and work with a great team of people. I have met life long friends and enjoy the office vibe. There is a focus on social events at BDO which I attend regularly. The work load can be challenging which is the biggest drawback of the job with the hours you are expected to work.

7/10

4. How valued do you feel by BDO?

I have received two awards whilst being at BDO which has definitely made me feel valued as a team member. The majority of managers and senior staff show their gratitude for the work completed on a regular basis.

8/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think that better quality training which be of value to new starters around what they should expect when they start and also detailed training on the systems that they will be using. I feel that the BPP workbooks that we are required to complete are not key to our learning and take up a lot of unnecessary time which is not focused on our role at BDO.

6/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Have not experienced much support throughout the programme however a new training provider has now been provided and hopefully this will change.

3/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Good support from counselling manager

7/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I am unable to live in London with the salary paid and therefore have a long commute each day with high travel costs.

3/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes - many sporting clubs to join and social events on a monthly basis.

7/10

9. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great, friendly environment to work with great opportunities at such a young age. Given responsibility which enables development.

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

Be well prepared on the background of the company. Research the website in great detail know key details about BDO and ensure you are well prepared to answer the competency questions. Student room is a great help for this.