Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience and work towards professional qualifications (CFAB, ICAEW PowerBI, CISA, Data Camp) over three years.
- Earn £33,000 per annum in London, with opportunities in Data Analytics or IT Controls.
- Requires a minimum 2:2 degree, specific A-level/Highers, and GCSEs in Maths and English.
- Applications close on Sunday 15th November 2026.
About the Role
This programme offers the chance to gain hands-on experience while working towards recognised professional qualifications including CFAB, ICAEW PowerBI Certification, CISA, and Data Camp courses.
About the Technology Risk Assurance (TRA) Team
BDO's Audit department provides opportunities to engage in meaningful work early in your career. As a mid-market organisation with over £1bn in turnover and 8,000 employees, BDO offers the scale of a major professional services firm while ensuring your contributions are significant.
Roles are available within the Data Analytics and IT Controls teams.
TRA Controls Team Responsibilities:
- Testing IT General Controls for financial applications.
- Conducting Cyber Security Risk Assessments.
- Testing controls for databases and operating systems.
- Assessing automated controls operated by the business.
TRA Data Team Responsibilities:
- Utilising tools such as Alteryx, Databricks, Python, SQL, and SAS to analyse data, understand business operations, and identify potential risks.
- Validating financial information to support the audit process.
- Collaborating with audit teams to resolve issues and achieve successful outcomes.
- Presenting insights and visualisations to highlight key risk areas.
The Programme
Over three years, you will gain practical experience and work towards professional qualifications. You will develop technical and commercial skills through real audit work, potentially across various clients, sectors, and specialist areas. Support will be provided by experienced colleagues, managers, directors, and partners.
Upon successful completion of the programme and exams, you will be fully qualified as an accountant and guaranteed a permanent role.
About You
We are looking for individuals who are curious, resilient, and adaptable, with a willingness to learn, ask questions, and take on responsibility. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills are essential.
This role is based in our London team, with opportunities in either Data or Controls. Candidates must be able to commute to the office, 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). UCAS points are not used.
- GCSEs at grade 4 and above in Maths and English, or Scottish National 5 grade A-C.
- Commitment to balancing study and professional work.
- The right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not provided as the role does not meet the Home Office's minimum salary requirements for sponsorship. Candidates must have their own legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the 3-year training contract and employment.
Interview Process:
- Online application form.
- Online assessments.
- Video interview.
- Virtual assessment centre.
- Final in-person interview.
Benefits:
Benefits include additional leave, gym membership, employee discounts, pension, health and wellbeing support, and a range of protection benefits.
Salary:
£33,000 per annum.
Closing Date:
Sunday 15th November 2026.