Audit Trainee Review

by BDO

Rating

9.3/10

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

Audit Trainee Assisting on audits Attending CFAB and ACA qualification lessons

9/10

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

I do not begin the apprenticeship until Sep 2014 but I attended their Summer School 2013 and I learned many new skills associated with auditing accounts.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am very much looking forward to starting my programme in September 2014. During the Summer School, I enjoyed the atmosphere in the BDO office and the friendly BDO staff made it an enjoyable experience.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by BDO?

BDO were kind enough to offer me the school leavers apprenticeship for Sep 2014 (after I've finished my A-levels) and they were very cooperative with changing the office to which I had originally applied. BDO made me feel like I would be a valuable employee.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well structured. 2 years CFAB and HNA. 3 years ACA. Fully qualified chartered accountant after 5 years. Working on the job is going to be a valuable asset once I've gained all of the qualifications.

10/10

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

Support throughout my application and Summer School experience at BDO was infallible.

10/10

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

I regularly receive emails and updates regarding my placement beginning in September. BDO have established a trainee site in which myself and other trainees can converse and build relationships before the start of the apprenticeship.

10/10

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

I have no doubt the salary which I have been allocated will meet my needs efficiently.

8/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

BDO organise many charity events which I am keen to get involved in and maybe even organise some of my own.

8/10

9. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Although they are a large company, they make every individual employee feel empowered and important.

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

Do it! The Summer School is a fantastic opportunity and will enable you to experience 2 weeks inside a BDO office. Always ask questions - there will always be someone around who is happy to help you.