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Audit Trainee Review

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Higher Level Apprenticeship

Audit

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Review Submitted: January 2025

Overall Rating

4.8 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I am an Audit Trainee which includes checking financial statements and ensuring accuracy throughout. on a daily baisis it varies from attending college to pass ICAEW exams to completing Audit work in a variety of areas and industries
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my programme due to the support offered

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I Have learned many new skills such as all the knowledge provided by my exams, Excel Skills and appropriate behaviours when working

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very Well organised, we are provided with a planner whch identifies when and where you should be well in advance.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
We have a buddy scheme which is someone who joined the year before you to support your transition, managers and everyone in the office is very approachable and willing to help
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
We receive days off to study as well as extra calls for recap organised with the college
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I believe the qualification is helping me as it gives me an understanding of the work im carrying out and allows better knowledge which allows a higher quality work
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
A variety

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BDO to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good friendly environment and many opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BDO?
Go for it, its a great place to work and you always have the opportunity for help
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