International Audit Semi Senior, BDO, London

An Audit Trainee will form part of the International Team and will work both on-site at clients, and in the office, ensuring that all aspects of the audit are completed on time and within budget. There will be a need for international travel of up to 10 – 12 weeks overseas. They will be expected to study for and complete the accounting qualification over the 3 year period, and will be supported, developed and supervised by senior members of the audit group.

Responsibilities

Client base is large multi-national corporations across various sectors, including Consumer Markets, Technology & Media, Manufacturing and Professional Services

Travel to overseas jurisdictions to undertake the audit fieldwork, overseas travel requirements will be up to 10 – 12 weeks

Assist within the wider team by obtaining audit evidence necessary to support opinions given.

Understanding and documenting client systems environments relevant to the audited financial statements

Identifying and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of client controls for managing risks around information security, change management, computer operations, and system design and development

Ensure audit files have all relevant documentation on the appropriate section; check appropriate and sufficient documentation obtained to support the opinion and documenting all conclusions.

Active engagement with client staff in the gathering of appropriate audit evidence.

Active adherence to budget and timetable, bringing matters to the attention of the senior or manager, particularly when actual time is in excess of budget.

Involvement in the planning, execution and finalisation of the audit assignment supporting the Executive or Manager.

Ensure compliance with internal (audit methodology and risk management) and external (regulatory) requirements

Identify and understand client needs, including sometimes providing initial solutions to client challenges, then communicating these needs and solutions to the Executive or Manager.

Build strong relationships with new and established clients.

Carry out ad hoc assignments as may be reasonably required by your group.

Undertake any training or development co-ordinated by your group..

Coaching and assisting more junior trainees on the team, both at client premises and in the office.

Participate in group, stream and firm wide activities.

Requirements

In line with our 2017 Trainee Programme entry requirements for our Graduate Programme candidates must have, or be on course for the following grades (or international equivalent):

A minimum 2.2 degree in any discipline

3 A levels at grades A*- C, excluding General Studies and Extended Projects.

A* - C at GCSE in Maths & English Language