Audit Trainee Review

by BDO

Rating

8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Helping complete audit workbooks, completing stock counts, contacting clients on various queries.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Learnt many new audit specific skills, for example how to use audit software and excel. In addition, I've been able to develop my communication skills and also teamwork skills.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I really enjoy it.

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well, always know what exams/ training is coming up. Could potentially have exams better spaced out.

    7/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Decent amount of support, however have heard that people have tried to take leave around exams for study and they've had issues doing so.

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

    • Lots of support, theres a helpline and lots of resources. Only thing to improve is that I feel there could be more in centre tuition.

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

    • Gives me backing knowledge that I need to complete my job.

    9/10
  • 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.)

    • Work is very social- many group events outside of work hours.

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Good working environment, good balance, very supportive.

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

    • They care about the person more than the knowledge they have.

Details

School Leaver Programme

Audit

Southampton

March 2025

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