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4.1
  • > 100,000 employees

2021 Undergraduate Accountant - Audit (Jul 2021)

Location details

On-site

  • Australia

    Australia

    • New South Wales

      Sydney

Location

Sydney

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Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typePart-Time Student Job, Internship, Clerkship or Placement
  • Number of vacancies13-15 vacancies
  • Application open dateApply by 23 Aug 2021
  • Start dateStart date 31 Jul 2021 - 29 Sep 2021

Are you a penultimate / pre-penultimate year student with a passion for, accounting, finance and business operations? Looking to understand businesses inside out? Do you want to work in an area which is high in demand and will continue to grow well into the future? We are searching for eager students looking to kick start their accounting career, to join our Audit team!

About BDO

BDO is a trusted adviser to clients looking for audit, tax, advisory and consulting services.

Our values are at the core of who we are and how we work with each other and with our clients. These values are the foundation of what we deliver, IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST. This is about delivering ideas and advice that create value; quality-driven people who are motivated by providing exceptional client service; and being trusted to get the job done.

We are proud to be named an Inclusive Employer for 2019-2020 by Diversity Council Australia (DCA) and to be ranked in the 2020 Top Graduate Employer lists by AAGE and GradAustralia. Our graduates are extremely important to us, as we recognise their potential to become our firm's future leaders.

About the Team

BDO's Audit practice has established itself as a major player within the local marketplace, auditing many of Australia's leading public and private sector organisations across a diverse industry base. The audit team ensure our clients are meeting statutory obligations through review and evaluation of controls and assessing the accuracy of financial information for reporting purposes. It is an auditor's role to investigate financial statements for misstatements and fraud.

As a BDO Undergraduate

Creating a strong platform from which to launch your career starts on your first day. As an Undergraduate you'll gain ongoing real-life work experience providing valuable and practical opportunities to broaden your knowledge and set up your career upon graduating.

BDO will continuously support you in your training and development; this includes various courses and training programs- ranging from specialist/technical knowledge to client-winning skills. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to commence with our firm at a time that suits you and we can work around you regarding support needed to complete your degree. Our Partners and team will guide you through every stage of your career whilst supporting you to expand your network both locally and globally during your time with BDO.

What are your learning opportunities?

From day one you will be exposed to real client matters which leads to no two days being the same in audit. As part of the audit team, you will:

  • Work from the office and on clients sites from day one
  • Work with different team members and managers on a regular basis
  • Build meaningful relationships with your clients in order to help them better understand their financial performance, business systems and culture
  • Develop financial knowledge across a range of industries through auditing a mix of large and small clients, both public and private
  • Receive excellent mentoring and support throughout you audition career
  • Develop your knowledge, skills on and client relationship skills through dealing directly with clients

About You

You'll currently be studying a degree in Business, Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline. As you'll be engaged in doing meaningful work from day one, you'll bring:

  • Well-rounded communication and interpersonal skills;
  • A passion for delivering exceptional client service;
  • Strong attention to detail to review financial records and critically analyse,
  • Strong customer focused work experience;
  • An understanding of how to work in a team environment;
  • Proven academic achievement combined with an enthusiasm for continuous learning and development.

How do I apply and what's next?

To register your interest in our Undergraduate program please follow the prompts to apply. Applications will close 5pm (AEST) Monday, 23 August 2021.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and asked to partake in exercises including a video interview, psychometric assessment, and business interview.
If you have any other questions about our recruitment process, please email recruitment.australia@bdo.com.au or chat with our student recruitment assistant via our Student Careers Page.
 

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Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Study field
Study field (any)

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Study fields
    Business & Management
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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Graduate
Sydney
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5 months ago

I am given a fair amount of responsibility, and plenty of support to learn.

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Graduate
Sydney
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5 months ago

Checking emails, liaising with clients to receive information on their R&D activities, writing/drafting activities according to AusIndustry guidelines/ITAA legislation. Calculating financial incentives and meeting with clients.

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Graduate
Sydney
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5 months ago

Admin tasks including note taking, setting up meeting and powerpoint/word templates, writing and research tasks

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About the employer

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BDO Australia

Rating

4.1

Number of employees

> 100,000 employees

Industries

Accounting & Advisory

At BDO we are passionate about creating opportunities for individuals to flourish early in their career with an array of career paths available.

Pros and cons of working at BDO Australia

Pros

  • The culture in and out of the office is great.

  • My colleagues are always willing to get out of their way to help me.

  • Great opportunity to learn. People are nice and not getting annoyed when I ask questions.

  • Never any pressure to stay late.

  • The training is great, I have learned a lot in my time here.

Cons

    • Pay is relatively low, however this is industry-wide.

    • The graduate program doesn't rotate us through all the service lines.

    • Some managers are great and give constructive feedback. Others do not provide you with proper instructions.

    • Dishwashers are small... toilets are not flushed... desk are most of the time dirty.

    • Could include more women, however this is the industry.