audit trainee Review

by BDO

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

Obtaining audit evidence such as invoices and contracts by communicating with clients either face to face or via email/portals. Analytical work on data provided by the client.

8/10

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

Learnt accounting completely from scratch as a school leaver. Developed my communication and professional behaviour skills as well as time management and organisation

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Enjoy the interesting nature of the job, getting to see the behind the scenes of businesses. As a school leaver the exams are set out so they are never overwhelming. Supported by colleagues as well as a lot of social activities put on by work

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Set out from the very beginning in terms of exams and progression if these are passed over the full 4 years.

10/10

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

Plenty of time off as well as extra support if any exams are failed. Also get coached within the day to day roles you take on.

9/10

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

Constant email and support hubs open throughout the exam periods. Lots of different resources provided

8/10

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

Often helps to give you the cement theory behind things that you have seen in your day to day work. Some elements aren't necessarily relevant

8/10

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.)

LOTS of social events. At least once a month as well as an away day once a year and lots of social events put on outside of work with colleagues. Plenty of different networks and sports teams that can be joined.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Incredibly supportive company with great values. Treated as a person rather than a number. Lots of emphasis around wellbeing and ensuring that everyone is delivering top quality work without overworking anyone.

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

Be personable in the interview. As said BDO have a great culture and great values and I'm sure they must look for it in candidates