Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience and study towards the ACA qualification over three years.
- Earn £29,000 per annum.
- Requires a minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline and specific A-level/GCSE grades.
- Based in Birmingham with a closing date of 15th November 2026.
- Successful completion leads to a permanent role as a qualified accountant.
About the Role
About Advisory
Advisory at BDO involves working on a range of projects, including business restructuring and fraud investigations. Specialist areas include Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Forensic Accounting and Valuation Services (FAVS), and Business Restructuring.
The Programme
This is a three-year programme where you will gain hands-on experience while studying towards the ACA professional qualification.
- Learn directly from subject matter experts.
- Develop technical, commercial, and management skills through client work.
- Take on increasing responsibility, contribute to projects, build client relationships, and develop specialist expertise.
- Work directly with partners and directors, lead client conversations, and take on responsibility earlier than expected.
- Upon successful completion and passing exams, you will be a fully qualified accountant and guaranteed a permanent role.
About You
- Adaptable, curious, and ready to get involved.
- Enjoy solving problems, thinking things through, and working with others.
- Logical thinking, curiosity, and a willingness to learn are essential.
This role is based in the Risk Advisory Services team in Birmingham.
Note: You must live within a commutable distance of the Birmingham office. Relocation support is not provided.
Entry Requirements
- A minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline (obtained or predicted).
- Three A-levels (or equivalent) at A*-C (excluding General Studies and Extended Projects), or four Scottish Highers or Advanced Highers at grade A-B (or equivalent, for example BTEC Extended Diploma). UCAS points are not used.
- GCSEs at grade 4 and above in Maths and English, or Scottish National 5 grade A-C.
- Commitment to balance study and professional work.
- The right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not provided as the role does not meet the minimum salary requirements for sponsorship. Candidates must have their own legal right to work for the duration of the training contract and employment.
Interview Process
- Online application form.
- Online assessments.
- Video interview.
- Virtual assessment centre.
- Final interview in person.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £29,000 per annum.
- Benefits include additional leave, gym membership, employee discounts, pension, health and wellbeing support, and a range of protection benefits.
Key Dates
- Programme start date: Monday, 20th September 2027.
- Closing date for applications: Sunday 15th November 2026.