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BDO New Zealand Reviews

Based on 42 surveyed graduates working at BDO New Zealand. Read on to get an insider’s view on life as a graduate.

4.0

Based on 42 reviews

Pros & Cons

The culture at BDO is great, as there are lots of different social activities that you can participate in throughout the year.
The support provided by the people around me.
Flexitime works well for me...start earlier in the day...and leave at a good time to still have time after work.
Many learning opportunities, consistent training, on-time feedback, and encouragement."
The office here is very big and has heaps of facilities available such as a coffee machine, multiple microwaves, fridges, and toastie makers.

Workflow inconsistencies—being light on work.
Sometimes it felt as if there wasn't enough training before getting thrown into it.
Small office space on busy days.
Time feels a little micromanaged.
Oﬃce temperature is never right.

What Insiders Say

7.6

Career Prospects

7.6

Career Prospects

There are heaps of opportunities for career progression here...opportunities can open up with manager roles.

7.8

Corporate Social Responsibility

7.8

Corporate Social Responsibility

Supporting local businesses, during training supported a food shelter charity.

8.5

Culture

8.5

Culture

The culture at BDO Christchurch is awesome. Everyone is really nice and helpful, and there is also a really good culture outside of the office.

7.9

Diversity

7.9

Diversity

A lot of diversity in the workplace which has been good.

7.8

Satisfaction

7.8

Satisfaction

The best thing about working at BDO is all of the people that you meet.

8.4

Management

8.4

Management

The managers at BDO are very good. They are very accessible whenever you need help or need to ask them something."

8.5

Office Work Environment

8.5

Office Work Environment

The office here is very big and has heaps of facilities available...coffee machine, microwaves, fridges.

8.6

Recruitment

8.6

Recruitment

The application process was way more efficient and enjoyable compared to other companies.

6.0

Salary

6.0

Salary

The pay is pretty standard for a graduate role in an accounting firm. It could be a little bit more though.

7.5

Training

7.5

Training

On-the-job training is somewhat more beneficial as you pick up things quicker and it helps you retain information.

8.3

Work Hours

8.3

Work Hours

"BDO is pretty flexible when it comes to work hours...However, in audit, they are more firm on having you stay from 8:30-5.

8.1

Sustainability

8.1

Sustainability

Keep a cup, Economical cars, reduced paper usage, monitored building.