Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • IT general controls review, automated controls testing and walkthroughs, data analytics around journals, stock and payroll.

    7/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Through exams I have developed in the CFAB topics (Accounting, Assurance, Law, Tax, Management and Business) to grow in the work environment.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • Very well, I have a great team and everyone at BDO likes to work hard but always enjoy themselves. Therefore we have a great social and work balance.

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by BDO?
  • I usually feel valued at BDO, feedback is frequent and useful, as well as praise given when deserved.

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very good. BPP are there to support throughout the process along with the exams department.

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • BPP offer college courses and for self study exams BDO give study leave along with a tutor from BPP who you can contact via email and phone. The support makes the exams process easier and me feel more confident.

    10/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • A lot. We have a buddy system where any problems or queries you have can be resolved, and also a counselling manager close by. Catch up lunches and coffee's are organised regularly to ensure everything is discussed in detail.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • I live with my parents so I survive comfortably on the BDO salary. Travel costs are expensive and so is London so a higher salary would be appreciated.

    5/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • The social side at BDO is huge and there are always events and activities taking place during the week and on the weekends.

    9/10

  • 9. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Because I think it's a great company to train with, work for and gain an understanding into the audit world.


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

Details

School Leaver Programme

Accounting, Information Technology, Finance

Central London & City

May 2015


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