Graduate Hell - Audit Senior BDO Employee Review

2.0
Jul 30, 2015
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Pros

I work with some really intelligent, motivated people. We earn TOIL which is a massive plus point over the Big 4 accountancy firms. I feel as though I have learnt a lot about business since joining the firm.

Cons

I work with some really stupid people, who don't really care about my well being, they just want the huge amount of work done. The merit rating system is rubbish, and if anything is demotivating because it is so hard for people to recognise when you have gone the extra mile.

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5.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

Strong team culture and they offered great flexibility throughout the internship.

Cons

High workload during busy season (although that is expected)

3.0
Jul 2, 2026
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Pros

Consultants were not overworked, and people are generally staying in their own lane. Strong knowlegeable teammates and lots of internal resources to grow. Work life balance was good.

Cons

I left during a time of transition, since the top practice director retired and the EBA leader took over as interim leader. This interim guy seemed to be waiting for something to take any action with current resources, and he was not too interested in rallying or figuring things out as a team. If he had expectations, they were never communicated to me. The lack of clarity was very challenging for me personally, and it came off as a lack of support. I think others in the team probably feel similarly.

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