Assistant Accountant Review
at BHP
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Accounting
York
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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 non-for-profit audit as an assistant accountant, this involves working with different non-for-profit clients to conduct audit fieldwork.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I have enjoyed doing an apprenticeship with BHP , my colleagues are very supportive, it is still relatively stressful however balancing a 9-5 accounting jobs with regular exams,
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned how to audit a company and about finance, business and accounting via osmosis.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Well structured learning plan.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Great support network provided by BHP, the people team are really helpful.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
First intuition have a great accounting training course system to help with exams with plenty of material available online.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It gives me a better understanding of accounting terminology and context when working with clients/management.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Good events take place at the company, very enjoyable.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BHP to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great place to grow and learn.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BHP?
Be your honest self and hold yourself with integrity.
