Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience and study towards the ACA qualification over three years.
- Earn £29,000 per year.
- Work in Leeds or Manchester within various advisory teams, including a rotational element.
- Applications close on Sunday 15th November 2026.
- Requires a minimum 2:2 degree and strong GCSE/A-level results.
About the Role
About Advisory
Advisory at BDO works on a range of projects including business restructuring, fraud investigations, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Forensic Accounting and Valuation Services (FAVS), and Business Restructuring. You will use creative and analytical thinking to tackle real challenges, working alongside experienced colleagues and senior leaders.
The Programme
This is a three-year programme where you will gain hands-on experience while studying towards the ACA professional qualification. You will learn from subject matter experts, build technical, commercial, and management skills through client work, and have opportunities to contribute to projects, build client relationships, and develop specialist expertise.
Upon successful completion of the programme and passing exams, you will be fully qualified as an accountant and guaranteed a permanent role.
What We Look For
We are looking for individuals who are adaptable, curious, and ready to get involved. You should enjoy solving problems, thinking things through, and working with others. A logical mind, curiosity, and a willingness to learn are essential.
Locations & Teams
Join us in our Leeds or Manchester hub in the following teams:
- Business Restructuring - Leeds hub
- Financial Services Advisory - Leeds hub
- Risk Advisory Services - Leeds or Manchester hub
- Environmental, Social and Governance Assurance (ESG)
Note: These teams are part of a rotational programme to broaden your skill set, gain varied experience, and explore different career paths within the organisation.
You will need to live within a commutable distance of the office you apply to, as 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).
- 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).
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.