Audit Trainee Review

by BDO

Rating

7.4/10

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

Each day is different in Audit. There are various tasks such as scoping, planning, execution, Forming our opinion on financial statements and reporting. As a member of the audit team you get exposure to all these areas and your clients environment which helps you grow your understanding.

7/10

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

Yes. BDO has helped me develop various skills such as communication, team work & self management. Along with this I have been working towards the ACA qualification which has helped improve my technical skills

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the studying side of things as it helps me develop my technical knowledge. Although at times it can get tough trying to manage work and study especially due to a small number of study days.

5/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I feel the programme is well structured however I have had issues in the past with regards to booking exams but this was mainly due to covid.

8/10

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

I feel we receive an okay level of support speaking generally. It can get tough if you are having to manage exams and tight deadlines at work.

8/10

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

BPP provide us with study materials and they help us all the way to our exams to enable us to get the best result possible.

8/10

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

My exams assist me in my day to day work. There are specific exam papers like Audit and Assurance and Financial Accounting which apply to my day to day job. Studying these helps me perform better.

7/10

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.)

There were quite a few things pre covid like football events, book club etc...

7/10

9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

BDO is a place where I came as an 18 year old and developed all my professional skills that I possess today.

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

Research the firms and it's core values. Understand the job role you're applying to. Be yourself in the recruitment process