Audit Trainee Review
at BDO
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Accounting
Manchester
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I work in the audit stream, hence I my day-to-day job involves working on clients in getting an assurance of the true and fair view of their financials. Hence, I'm responsible to communicate with clients and perform tests to guarantee the correctness of financial statements
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I'm loving it. It can be busy, studying and working at the same time, but the programme is well-structured and there's plenty of support both at BDO and at BPP to ensure I perform my best in my exams and at work
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Absolutely! I joined from college, and working in accounting was a new venture. Not only I learnt the technical skills such as audit software and Excel to do my job, but also soft skills such as communication skills, professionality and endurance.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is very organised. Exams and teaching are booked off well in advance so each of us knows when we have study leave and when are to take our exams. Studies have been very flexible and books come in a timely manner just before the study leave is allocated
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
We receive a lot of support! Each of us is allocated a buddy, who is 1 year ahead of us and has thus had the same questions and challenges that we are now having. In addition, we get assigned a People Manager who is very helpful and practical.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The support is quite good at BPP. Emails are sent frequently offering the opportunity to speak with coaches as we prepare for exams. Likewise, forums are available to contact lectures who will promptly answer any question we may have
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I've come to see that what I'm learning through my qualification is directly linked to my job and vice versa. The knowledge from my studies makes me understand why certain procedures are performed in audit.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
With covid, socialising has changed, and having joined during the pandemic I've only see this form. Despite this, there are many virtual events both regional and national. Some are even sportive and all of the gives us a chance to network with others
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BDO to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BDO is a company that clearly invests in its employees, and focus on the development of each one of them. It provides the perfect environment for a person to work, study, and grow
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BDO?
During interviews, make sure you show yourself for who you really are.
