Audit Graduate Programme – Technology Risk Assurance & Data Analytics 2024

Type: Graduate
Region: Scotland

We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. 

The entrepreneurial businesses we work with are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy – and the owners and management teams that lead them.  

THIS IS WHERE IT ALL BEGINS 

When you work in audit, your work will matter from day one. It’s about solving challenges and delivering high-quality reporting that make sure businesses and organisations can trust the numbers they use to make decisions. It’s varied and it’s challenging. You’ll be part of our High Performing Audit teams, gaining a deep understanding of a huge range of sectors and organisations, as you’re supported and challenged every day to deliver high quality work. That’s why we look for curious and driven people who are ready to learn and take real pride in what they do. It’s an exciting opportunity to learn the business world inside-out and do work that makes a real difference. 

The Audit Graduate Programme 

The three-year Audit Graduate Programme is your opportunity to learn the business inside out, get hands-on experience on real projects and achieve a recognised professional qualification. We’ll cover your fees and give you the training and support you need to balance your work and studies. Training isn’t just about passing the exams, you’ll learn a range of personal, management and commercial skills that will help you become a fully rounded professional. 

The Technology Risk Assurance (TRA) team plays a significant role in the wider BDO audit practice. The team leverage their deep technical expertise and data analytics capabilities to evaluate the risks associated with the use of technology for by entities across all sectors where the firm provides audit and assurance services. It’s exciting and interesting work that can include evaluating risks around emerging technologies such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Process Automation as well as cyber related risks.

We have roles available across our Manchester, Edinburgh & Glasgow offices. Assessment centres will be held on the 11th June with final stage interviews on the 13th & 14th June.

What we’re looking for                                    

We want you to thrive in an environment built to help you succeed. We’re looking for someone with:  

·       A 2:2 degree in any discipline (obtained or predicted)  

·       Three A-levels or equivalent at A*-C excluding General Studies and Extended Projects (obtained or predicted)  

·       9-4 in Maths and English at GCSE/Scottish Standards or equivalent (non-UK qualifications also considered)  

·       Ability and commitment to balance study and professional work  

·       Strong desire to understand our business and achieve your full potential  

·       The right to work in the UK

When you join us, we’ll make your growth our priority. We’re always looking for ways to invest in and develop our people. That means providing you with an environment where you can grow, learn, and feel respected, at all times.  

Why BDO? 

Ask anyone what they love about working at BDO and they’ll tell you it’s the people. We’re a friendly and diverse bunch who work hard to achieve the best outcomes and know how to have fun too. We work in an agile way, with a mix of time in the office, at audited entities and from home. We’re prioritising time in the office to really support your development as part of the programme so it’s important to live a commutable distance from the office.  

We’re also committed to your wellbeing. Agile working gives you flexibility around how you work to achieve the best quality outcomes for you, your team and the firm. And we offer an extensive range of benefits that cover your lifestyle, protection, money and wellbeing – everything you need to perform at your best in and out of work. 

This is where it all begins. Start your career journey with BDO.