Trainee business advisor Review

by BDO

Rating

8/10

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

I prepare accounts using the information provided by the client.

8/10

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

I have developed my analytical skills and my problem solving skills because balances often do not agree, so i have to go back and find out why and how to fix it

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy doing the accounts preparation and the atmosphere in the office is good

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I go to college every couple of weeks, it varies depending on when courses are running so it structured well

7/10

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

I receive a lot of support working in the office day-to-day because everyone is always happy to help.

8/10

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

The tutors are generally quite helpful at college, i have access to online resources from training provider and they offer a support line if you want to contact one of the tutors for help.

8/10

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

It has helped me massively, especially at the start as i had no previous accounting knowledge

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.)

Yes there is a football team and networking events

8/10

9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

good working environment and i enjoy what i do on the most part

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

Make sure you are honest and have a good positive attitude