Audit trainee Review

I work in a team depending on the job I am allocated. I have been at the company for just over a year and have been promoted to a semi-senior. Daily activities include calculations, inspecting documents, applying accounting knowledge and interacting with my team and the client's team.

Yes: - excel skills - improvement in communication and wording - time management - attention to detail - learning about specific rules for not-for-profit entities

I have always enjoyed accounting. Auditing has provided the opportunity for me to act on this, while also adding in other aspects, such as client and team interaction, learning new accounting standards, and having to overcome challenges in hard or new sections. Each team has had a senior who is willing to help

Very, we have clear positions within the company and have sections that are generally assigned to each level. There have been some audits where we are under-staffed and you are required to do additional sections. I have done the SAICA programme and we have multiple contacts to answer any questions.

A substantial amount of support is received. This is done in the form of seniors and managers helping you in your team. Additionally, BDO is supportive of granting annual leave, sick days (including mental health), and admin days. Mandatory training is also provided to help. You are also assigned a buddy to help settle in.

A reasonable amount. Every registered training office with SAICA has a SAICA Champion who is kept in the loop with any developments and changes. We are also able to email our internal program co-ordinators who respond quickly.

Through the SAICA program we are required to do an undergraduate and post-graduate in accounting, tax, auditing and financial management. This helps immensely in performing my role. As with any job, it is tough to initially turn theoretical knowledge in to practice, however over time and with support you are able to overcome this.

BDO has a very social environment. I have found like minded people work at BDO and have similar values. Socials are held every quarter as well as sector dinners and drinks. There are many sports teams - hockey, golf, cricket, netball to name a few.

Yes

There is a great culture and the people are understanding.

Be yourself. Although marks are important and you will likely be nervous, I found that BDO really appreciates people who are true to themselves and who will fit in to the culture of BDO.