Audit Trainee Review

by BDO

Rating

8.9/10

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

As an audit trainee you get the opportunity to rotate around various sectors. Within those sectors are tasked in with the testing of the audit and as you progress you get more involved in the planning

8/10

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

In a short space of time you are able to develop so many skills' build on your technical skills such as learn how to use excel, audit software and planning resources. Furthermore, you build the soft skills such interacting with entities and navigating challenges

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have enjoyed the programme so far. It is difficult as our are studying and working at the same time but in such a short space of time I have developed immensely

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very structured. We have support from the firm, our tuition supplier and the ICAEW. Due to the nature of the business they make sure we are all on the same page and provide detailed check in on what need to be done

8/10

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

There is a wealth of support offered by the firm

8/10

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

The training provider is one of the best and they really investment time in you

10/10

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

The qualification is vital. Without it we wouldn't be able to perform our tasks or pursue our careers

10/10

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.)

The is a group of networks set up by the firm and various sports activities

8/10

9a. Would you recommend BDO to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It has a culture with is conducive for learning , especially at a young age

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

Be yourself , Be confident and reach out to people .