Careers at BDO South Africa

Purpose of the role: 

• The Director in Risk Advisory Services will lead strategic initiatives, manage client relationships, and oversee the delivery of high-quality risk management and internal audit solutions. This role requires a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and strong business acumen to drive growth and operational excellence.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute strategies to expand the Risk Advisory Services practice in alignment with firm objectives.
• Client Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor on governance, risk management, compliance, and internal audit matters.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure adherence to risk frameworks, methodologies, and regulatory standards while managing budgets and timelines.
• Team Development: Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Business Development: Identify new market opportunities and lead initiatives to grow client portfolios. 

Requirements:

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

Qualifications:

• Minimum qualifications of honours degree in internal audit, accounting or finance.
• Full professional accounting qualification (CIA, or equivalent).
• CISA added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 12 years in risk advisory/internal audit, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Industry exposure -Strong experience in Mining and Telecommunications.

Performance Indicators:

• Revenue growth and profitability of the Risk Advisory Services portfolio.
• Client satisfaction and retention metrics.
• Successful delivery of engagements within scope, time, and budget.
• Development and retention of key talent in the team.

Competencies: Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience: Minimum 12 years in risk advisory/internal audit, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of risk frameworks and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage complex engagements and client portfolios.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking and business development acumen.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Integrity and Ethical Judgment.
• Critical Thinking and Sound Judgment
• Emotional Intelligence
• Resilience and Stress Tolerance
• Influencing and Negotiation Skills
• Collaboration and Relationship Building
• Leadership and Team Empowerment
• Strategic Orientation
• Commercial Awareness
• Communication Excellence
• Adaptability and Agility
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality and Discretion
• Accountability and Ownership

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Description

• This role involves supporting the delivery of our managed security services through BDO Digital's global 24/7 MDR capability, with assistance from a dedicated local UK team. The individual in this position will collaborate closely with the UK operations manager and an extensive pool of analysts. Key responsibilities include triaging security alerts, conducting advanced threat hunting activities, and continuously improving detection capabilities within the MDR service. The role demands a proactive approach to identifying potential security threats, refining alert mechanisms, and ensuring robust protection against emerging cyber threats. Additionally, the individual will contribute to the development and implementation of best practices, fostering a secure and resilient operational environment.

Requirements
RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a L3 Analyst you will:

• Respond to alerts raised by L1/L2 analysts, as the technical escalation point
• QA of investigations and notification and direct L1/L2 accordingly
• Perform detailed analysis and undertake an in-depth investigation into potential and confirmed security incidents
• Raise incidents where necessary and supporting the SOC manager throughout true positive incidents
• Conduct threat hunting across client environments
• Review and action alerts flagged as tuning candidates
• Help develop and mentor junior members of staff
• Lead the delivery of SOC/MDR projects
• Respond to SOC/MDR client’s requests, concerns and suggestions
• On-board log sources and work on log issues.
• Fine-tune SIEM/EDR platforms to exclude noise and false positives
• Analyse, define and manage the delivery of new SIEM rules
• Conduct use case testing and modify/create as and when required
• Support UK operations manager in client engagements and/or service meetings
• Support and develop new SOC playbooks and processes
• Conduct presentations and updates to the client
• Respond to incident escalations and provide solid recommendations
• Conduct threat hunting exercises on SIEM and EDR platforms
• Develop and improve processes for monitoring and incident qualification

REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

• 3 to 5 years experiences as a L3 SOC Analyst/Senior Security Operations professional.
• Experience onboarding, tuning, reporting and configuring SIEM solutions
• Understanding of low-level concepts including operating systems and networking.
• In-depth experience with one or more Security and Event Management and XDR Solutions
• Understanding of one or more system administration (Linux, Windows, Mac)
• Actionable knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical problems to non-technical business stakeholders at all levels
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred:

• In-depth experience with Microsoft Sentinel, including use case and rule development, workbook/playbook creation, KQL, logic apps/SOAR.

Qualifications (Essential)

• Engineer/SOC related Certifications
• Cyber security degree or equivalent experience

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience with various Microsoft technologies, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity and Cloud.
• Cyber Security Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CySA +
• MS SC200
   

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Description

• The Bid Content Writer is responsible for owning and leading BDO UK's content proposition across Templafy, proposal knowledge assets and reusable content libraries. The role ensures colleagues have access to high-quality, compelling and scalable content that supports effective self-service content creation and proposal development.
• Working closely with stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Bids & Proposals and Knowledge Management, the role partners with the Bid Hub Knowledge Senior Manager to create, maintain and continuously improve the firm's content ecosystem. The role combines content leadership, stakeholder management, people management and operational delivery. A key focus is ensuring content remains client-focused, accurate and easy to use, while driving consistency, efficiency and quality across proposals, presentations and other client-facing materials.

Requirements
Key Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Bid Hub Knowledge Senior Manager, you will:

Content Strategy and Development

• Develop, write and maintain high-quality content for the automated bid template system, Templafy, ensuring reusable content assets remain accurate, relevant and aligned to the firm’s value proposition and messaging.
• Create, edit and optimise proposal content, executive summaries, and pitch materials across all service lines.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and business stakeholders to translate complex information into compelling, client focused content.
• Support the development of value propositions, win themes and solution narratives across all service lines.  
• Lead the ongoing development, maintenance and optimisation of reusable content assets, proposal knowledge resources and Templafy content libraries across all service lines.
• Act as a subject matter expert for bid content, providing guidance and recommendations on messaging, content structure, storytelling and content effectiveness.
• Support the Bid Hub Knowledge Senior Manager in maintaining content standards, governance processes and quality assurance across reusable content assets and knowledge resources.

Team Leadership and Capability Development

• Share best practice content development techniques and proposal writing expertise across the wider team.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of content processes, standards, guidance and training materials.

Experience and Capabilities:

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience developing, writing and editing proposals, marketing or business development content within an Agency, Professional Services or B2B environment.
• Proven ability to develop compelling value propositions, win themes and client-focused messaging that supports business growth and strategic pursuits.
• Experience leading storyboarding sessions, content workshops, proposal reviews and final content sign-off processes.
• Strong understanding of content governance, knowledge management and the maintenance of reusable content libraries and knowledge assets.
• Excellent written English language skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging and persuasive content.
• Experience managing stakeholders and building trusted relationships across multiple business functions.
• Demonstrated people management, coaching or mentoring experience, including developing and supporting team members.

Advantageous

• Experience working with content management, knowledge management or proposal automation platforms such as Templafy.
• Experience leading content workstreams, content development initiatives or knowledge management projects.
• Experience supporting bids, proposals and strategic pursuits within a professional services environment.

Attributes, Requirements & Skills

• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading and business storytelling capabilities
• Forensic attention to detail with the ability to ensure accuracy, consistency and high-quality across all content outputs.
• Ability to develop senior stakeholder relationships with the gravitas to be ‘at the table’ and be seen as a trusted adviser.
• Ability to facilitate discussions, shape ideas and guide teams towards compelling content solutions.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of how effective content contributes to business development and win success.
• Strong organisational, prioritisation and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and ambiguity.
• Strong collaborating and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across Sales, Marketing and Knowledge Management teams.
• Ability to take a ‘strategic view’, identifying improvement opportunities and challenge the status quo.
• Experience in presenting concepts, ideas and recommendations to stakeholders and teams. 
• Commitment to continuous learning, personal development and knowledge sharing.

Professional Development and Firm Compliance

• Take ownership of personal development, actively seeking feedback and identifying opportunities to enhance performance, capability and leadership effectiveness.
• Participate in relevant training, development programmes and knowledge sharing activities across BDO WAVE, BDO UK and the wider firm to support continuous learning and career growth.
• Contribute to the development of team capability by sharing knowledge, coaching colleagues and supporting learning initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all BDO policies, procedures, risk management requirements and quality standards, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Demonstrate and promote BDO’s values, behaviours and commitment to delivering exceptional service in all interactions.

Key Stakeholders

• BDO UK and BDO WAVE (SA) Teams

Leadership and Management:

• Managing Director (BDO WAVE)
• Director of Quality (BDO WAVE)
• Sales and Marketing People Manager (BDO WAVE)
• UK Bid Hub Knowledge Senior Manager

Bids and Proposals Community:

• Bids and Proposals Leads and Teams
• Senior Bids and Proposals Managers

Business & Technical Stakeholders:

• Lead Partners
• Subject Matters Experts

Marketing, Content and Knowledge Teams:

• Design and Content Teams
• Sales and Marketing Teams
• Knowledge and Asset Management Teams

Technology and Enablement

• Templafy platform owners

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Description

• The Bids & Proposals Adviser supports the delivery of bids, proposals and client-facing submissions for BDO UK. The role is responsible for coordinating proposal activity, managing timelines, facilitating stakeholder contributions, and ensuring the production of high-quality, compliant, and professionally presented submissions.
• Working closely with bid managers, subject matter experts, and business stakeholders, the role supports the end-to-end proposal process by coordinating deliverables, tracking progress against milestones, maintaining quality standards, and helping ensure proposals are submitted on time and in line with client requirements.
• The position requires strong organisational and project coordination skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working collaboratively across a range of stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to work within an international professional services environment, collaborating closely with BDO UK colleagues and gaining valuable exposure to business development, bids and proposal management activities.

Requirements
Key Responsibilities:

Proposal delivery and co-ordination:

• Support the development and delivery of bids, proposals, presentations and client-facing documents.
• Coordinate proposal activities throughout the bid lifecycle, ensuring milestones, deadlines and deliverables are understood and achieved.
• Analyse client requirements and tender documentation to support proposal planning and content development.
• Create and maintain bid plans, schedules, action trackers and submission timelines.
• Coordinate contributions from subject matter experts and business stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of proposal content.
• Monitor proposal progress and proactively follow up on outstanding actions and deliverables.
• Support the preparation and finalisation of proposal documents, ensuring submissions are complete, accurate and compliant with client requirements.
• Assist with the coordination of presentations, interviews and pitch preparation activities where required.
• Ensure proposal documentation is stored, maintained and managed in accordance with agreed processes and standards.

Bid Process and Quality Management:

• Support bid strategy implementation by coordinating activities, tracking progress against plans, and ensuring alignment to agreed submission requirements.
• Manage stakeholder review cycles and ensure reviewers receive the appropriate information within required timeframes.
• Perform quality checks on proposal documents to ensure consistency, accuracy, formatting and compliance with firm standards.
• Ensure proposals and client-facing materials align with BDO branding, templates and quality requirements.
• Identify potential risks to delivery timelines and escalate issues appropriately.
• Maintain accurate records of proposal activity, deadlines, outcomes and performance metrics.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build effective working relationships with subject matter experts, managers and supporting business teams.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders throughout the proposal process to ensure clarity of responsibilities and deadlines.
• Support stakeholders in understanding proposal requirements, timelines and expected deliverables.
• Provide informal guidance and assistance to team members on bid processes, tools and ways of working.

Knowledge Management and Continuous Improvement:

• Promote the use of approved proposal templates, content libraries and knowledge resources.
• Assist in maintaining proposal repositories and knowledge management systems.
• Support the capture of lessons learned and feedback following proposal submissions.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement of proposal processes, templates and tools.
• Share best practice and knowledge with colleagues to promote consistent ways of working.

Experience and Skills:

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in bids, proposals, business development, sales support, marketing coordination, project coordination, or tender administration.
• Experience managing multiple deadlines and coordinating inputs from different stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders across different teams and levels.
• Experience working with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel in a professional environment.
• Ability to work independently while managing own workload and priorities.

Advantageous:

• Experience within professional services, consulting, accounting, legal, engineering, technology or other B2B organisations.
• Experience supporting formal tender responses, RFPs, RFIs, proposals or client presentations.
• Familiarity with knowledge management and content management systems.
• Experience working with international stakeholders or within a global professional services environment.

Qualifications: 

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, Communications, Commerce or a related discipline. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

Professional Development and Firm Compliance:

• Take ownership of personal development, actively seeking feedback and identifying opportunities to enhance performance, capability and leadership effectiveness. 
• Participate in relevant training, development programmes and knowledge sharing activities across BDO WAVE, BDO UK and the wider firm to support continuous learning and career growth. 
• Contribute to the development of team capability by sharing knowledge, coaching colleagues and supporting learning initiatives within the Bids and Proposals community.
• Ensure compliance with all BDO policies, procedures, risk management requirements and quality standards, escalating issues where appropriate. 
• Demonstrate and promote BDO’s values, behaviours and commitment to delivering exceptional service in all interactions. 

Key Stakeholders:
BDO UK and BDO WAVE (SA) Teams 

Leadership and Management: 

• Managing Director (BDO WAVE)
• Director of Quality (BDO WAVE) 
• Sales and Marketing People Manager (BDO WAVE) 
• UK Bids and Proposals Director 

Bids and Proposals Community:

• Bids and Proposals Leads and Teams
• Senior Bids and Proposals Managers 

Business & Technical Stakeholders:

• Lead Partners
• Subject Matter Experts 

Marketing, Content and Knowledge Teams: 

• Design and Content Teams 
• Sales and Marketing Teams
• Knowledge and Asset Management Teams 

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Description

• The Data Office is responsible for developing and implementing an enterprise-wide data strategy for BDO. Within the Data Office, the Data and Analytics team builds value-focussed data products strategically on the Enterprise Data and Analytics Platform (EDAP), internally for the firm. The Data Analyst sits within this growing team to build, develop, and support the growing catalogue of data products offered by the Data Office and will play a vital part in the execution of the data strategy.
• Reporting to the Data Analytics Lead, the Data Analyst will be a key role in the translation of data into meaningful and actionable insights. It is also their responsibility to provide value from the wealth of data available by understanding, not only the business, but also the technical aspects of the data. They will be curious and grow their knowledge of the business and systems to get to the bottom of what stakeholders are really asking for, providing the best product to suit their needs.
• The Data Analyst will support continuous improvement with developing value-adding products as well as by highlighting any data risks found through thorough testing and analysis. The Data Analyst will analyse and interpret data from multiple sources, creating models, reports, dashboards, and recommendations that help BDO to make decisions on its growth analytics strategy and beyond.

Requirements

Principal Accountabilities

• Strives for excellence in data analytics by designing and building data analytics products.
• Delivers products with the right tool, considering security, sensitivity, and a strategic versus tactical approach.
• Works closely with the Data Engineering counterparts to develop the building blocks to analytics by understanding and contributing to the ETL processes with knowledge of project required analytical outputs.
• Possesses foresight in builds of curated datasets to allow for further use cases than the original ask to support Data Engineering with information on what would be required to enhance curated datasets.
• Identifies trends, patterns, and opportunities through statistical analysis and data exploration.
• Provides expert guidance and recommendations to the business on analytics, inclusive of advanced analysis, modelling and performance measurement.  
• Understands BDO’s analytical issues across streams and utilises this knowledge to maximise value from BDO’s internal data as well in conjunction with external data sources.
• Collaborates with both business and technical subject matter experts to provide products which focus on a holistic approach.
• Reports to the Data Analytics Lead with clear communication and leads projects with autonomy.

Technical Knowledge, Professional, Qualifications and Experience

Capabilities:

• At least 1 years’ experience of working in the fields of data analysis, data science, or business intelligence.
• Proficiency in SQL and, preferably, Python.
• Extensive experience in data analytics and data visualisation, preferably beyond descriptive and diagnostic analytics.
• Understanding of statistical concepts and analytical techniques.
• Experience working with large datasets and relational databases.
• A track record in making data solutions accessible for end-users.
• Experience of working with stakeholders to deliver a data-driven approach to decision making.
• Experience in building data products which transition away from manual and heavily Excel based analysis towards automated or semi-automated solutions.
• Knowledge of star schema modelling including dimensional data modelling, the identification of dimensions, facts, measures and hierarchies.
• Experience developing analytics using Microsoft Power BI, Power Automate and/or other data visualisation tools.

 Competencies/Characteristics

• Ability to look beyond the original requirement to bring value via additional analytics.
• Ability to apply multiple analytical solutions to business problems.
• Proven ability to work well with others.
• Displays intellectual curiosity and integrity.
• Motivated and driven to continuously improve both self and team.
• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility for deliverables/services.

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Description

• The Senior Analyst will join BDO’s Financial Services Advisory practice in Cape Town or Johannesburg, supporting assurance engagements across banks, insurers, asset managers, and other regulated financial institutions.
• The IT External Auditor is responsible for supporting the delivery of external audit engagements by assessing IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, interface testing, data analytics and executing procedures to support the financial audit opinion. The role ensures that technology risks impacting financial reporting are appropriately identified, tested, and addressed.
• The individual will work closely with audit engagement teams and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality, timely audit outcomes in line with applicable auditing standards and firm methodology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Audit Delivery

• Perform IT audit procedures over key systems relevant to financial reporting
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT general controls, including:
• User access management
• Change management
• IT operations (e.g., job monitoring, backups)
• Assess automated controls and interface controls supporting financial processes
• Document audit work, findings, and conclusions in line with audit methodology

Planning & Risk Assessment

• Assist in identifying risks associated with IT systems impacting financial statements
• Support the development of IT audit plans and procedures aligned to engagement risks
• Liaise with financial audit teams to ensure appropriate IT audit scoping

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with client IT and business stakeholders to request and obtain audit evidence
• Facilitate discussions to understand system processes and controls
• Communicate audit findings and observations clearly and professionally

Reporting

• Identify control deficiencies and articulate clear, concise audit findings
• Assist in preparing IT audit reports and deliverables for inclusion in audit opinions
• Support timely communication of issues to management and audit teams

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure work performed complies with auditing standards (e.g., ISA) and firm methodology
• Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trails
• Uphold independence and objectivity requirements as an external auditor

Requirements
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Technical Skills

• Understanding of IT general controls and application controls
• Knowledge of financial reporting processes and risks
• Familiarity with audit methodologies and working papers
• Exposure to data analytics tools (advantageous)

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and high quality of work
• Effective communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Professional integrity and ethical conduct

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Systems, IT, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field
• Relevant certifications advantageous (e.g., CISA, CIA, CA(SA))
• Experience in IT audit, external audit, or risk advisory

Experience

• 2-4 years’ experience in Internal Audit, IT Audit, Risk Advisory, or related assurance roles.
• Prior exposure to Financial Services clients (e.g. banking, insurance, asset management) is strongly advantageous.
• Experience working within structured audit engagements or advisory projects.

Technical Knowledge & Frameworks

• Foundational understanding of IT external audit methodologies and risk-based auditing.
• Working knowledge of IT risk management, IT governance, and internal control concepts.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and ISO 27001 is advantageous.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Ability to plan, organise, and execute audit work effectively
• Client-focused and professional in stakeholder interactions
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced advisory environment
• Emotional intelligence and strong teamwork capabilities
• Commitment to continuous professional development

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Primary Purpose of the Role

• The Credit Analyst will join BDO South Africa’s Financial Services Advisory practice within the Credit Risk Solutions (CRS) team, supporting specialist audit and advisory engagements across banks, financial institutions and corporate clients.
• The role will focus on quantitative credit risk modelling, model validation, data analytics and automation, with particular emphasis on supporting IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss (ECL) reviews and the assessment of credit risk models.
• The Analyst will work closely with experienced credit risk specialists, audit engagement teams and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality quantitative analysis, model assessments and technical reporting, while developing practical experience in financial risk advisory, credit risk methodologies and specialist external audit support.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Risk Modelling and IFRS 9 ECL Reviews

• Assist with independent reviews and reperformance of IFRS 9 ECL models across wholesale, retail and other lending portfolios.
• Support the assessment and validation of Probability of Default (PD), Loss Given Default (LGD) and Exposure at Default (EAD) methodologies.
• Perform quantitative analysis of historical default data, recoveries, credit risk parameters and model outputs.
• Assist with assessing model assumptions, segmentation, calibration and performance.
• Support the review of staging, Significant Increase in Credit Risk (SICR) criteria and forward-looking macroeconomic adjustments.
• Assist with the development, enhancement and testing of quantitative credit risk models.

Model Validation and Quantitative Analysis

• Perform statistical analysis, model benchmarking, backtesting and sensitivity testing.
• Compare model outputs against historical performance, external credit ratings, financial metrics and other relevant benchmarks.
• Assist in identifying model limitations, inconsistencies and potential areas for improvement.
• Support the assessment of model methodologies, assumptions and predictive performance.
• Perform gap analysis and root-cause investigations to explain differences in model results.
• Document validation procedures, analytical findings and conclusions in structured working papers.

Data Analytics, Pipeline Development and Process Automation

• Assist with the development, maintenance and enhancement of automated data processing pipelines supporting IFRS 9 ECL reviews, credit risk modelling and model validation engagements.
• Support the design and implementation of end-to-end analytical workflows, including data extraction, transformation, cleansing, validation, model execution and reporting.
• Develop and maintain automated processes to improve the efficiency, accuracy and consistency of credit risk calculations and testing procedures.
• Perform data quality assessments, completeness checks and reconciliations to ensure the reliability of financial and credit risk information.
• Apply Python, R, SAS, SQL and Excel to support data processing, model testing, workflow automation and analytical reporting.
• Support the development of standardised analytical tools and reusable processes across engagements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline existing procedures, reduce manual intervention and improve the scalability of analytical solutions.

Dashboard Development and Management Reporting

• Assist with the development and maintenance of interactive dashboards and management information reports for credit risk analysis and monitoring.
• Develop visualisations to communicate credit risk exposures, ECL movements, model performance and key risk indicators.
• Support the integration of analytical outputs into automated reporting templates and dashboards.
• Assist with the development of portfolio-level reporting and analytical summaries to support risk assessments and management decision-making.
• Ensure dashboards and reports are accurate, clearly presented and supported by appropriate data validation and reconciliation procedures.
• Explore opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency through automation and data visualisation tools.

Financial Risk Advisory and Valuations

• Assist with quantitative credit risk assessments for financial institutions and corporate counterparties.
• Support the analysis of financial statements, external credit ratings and borrower risk characteristics.
• Assist with financial instrument valuations, including debt instruments and financial guarantees.
• Support credit risk assessments relating to impairment, pricing and other financial risk matters.
• Contribute to research on credit risk methodologies, regulatory developments and industry practices.

Audit Support and Engagement Delivery

• Support the CRS team in delivering specialist external audit and advisory engagements.
• Perform independent recalculations, quantitative testing and analytical procedures over credit risk models.
• Prepare clear, accurate and well-supported working papers in accordance with BDO methodology.
• Assist with identifying, investigating and documenting model differences and technical findings.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with engagement teams to meet agreed timelines and quality standards.

Stakeholder Engagement and Professional Development

• Engage with internal teams and client stakeholders to obtain information and clarify analytical matters.
• Communicate technical observations, analytical results and findings clearly and professionally.
• Participate in technical training, research and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Develop an understanding of IFRS 9, IFRS 13, Basel regulatory requirements and relevant credit risk frameworks.
• Continuously enhance technical, programming, quantitative modelling and analytical capabilities.

Requirements
Experience 

Minimum requirements:

• No prior full-time professional experience is required.
• Relevant exposure gained through academic research, postgraduate coursework, internships or industry-sponsored projects will be considered.
• Academic or practical exposure to quantitative analysis, statistical modelling, credit risk modelling or model validation.
• Experience using financial or other complex datasets and at least one relevant analytical tool, such as Python, R, SAS, SQL or advanced Excel.

Advantageous:

• Exposure to Probability of Default modelling, IFRS 9 ECL methodologies or other credit risk applications.
• Exposure to model benchmarking, backtesting, sensitivity analysis or automated validation processes.
• Experience with data processing, pipeline development, workflow automation or dashboard reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to apply quantitative techniques to practical financial or business problems.

Technical Knowledge and Frameworks 

• Foundational understanding of credit risk measurement and modelling.
• Knowledge of statistical modelling techniques, including regression analysis and predictive modelling.
• Understanding of model validation, calibration, benchmarking and performance testing.
• Basic awareness of IFRS 9 ECL principles, including PD, LGD and EAD.
• Familiarity with data processing, ETL pipelines, workflow automation and analytical reporting.
• Understanding of data quality controls, reconciliation procedures and reproducible analytical processes.
• Awareness of Basel credit risk frameworks and financial instrument valuation concepts would be advantageous.

Core Competencies 

• Quantitative and analytical reasoning.
• Statistical modelling and problem-solving.
• Credit risk modelling and validation.
• Data analysis and interpretation.
• Data pipeline development and process automation.
• Dashboard development and analytical reporting.
• Research and investigative skills.
• Technical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Adaptability and continuous professional development.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

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Description

• BDO Wave is a South Africa-based extended delivery team supporting BDO UK, delivery high quality work at scale as one integrated, cross border team. 
• The Service Charge team is a specialist centre of excellence performing independent reviews and agreed-upon procedures for service charge accounts across commercial, residential and mixed-use developments/estates.
• You will work as part of a dedicated team, working closely with, and supporting more experienced members of the team, and assisting in the timely delivery of services to our clients. You will subsequently build on your experience and take part in more complex tasks and work closely with our real estate clients. You will also gain an understanding of reporting engagements and the accountancy guidance provided by real estate bodies.

Requirements
Education and Skills:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (bachelor’s degree in accounting or financial management or Internal Auditing)

Experience:

• 0-2 years’ experience

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Quality & Detail Orientated
• Team player
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with specific reference to Excel and Word
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to learn and develop. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of Service Charge Accounts in line with the agreed scope of work
• Review, conclude on, and resolve client responses to audit queries and adjustments, following up on outstanding matters via email or as required (escalating matters to Managers where necessary.)
• Preparation of accountants’ reports
• Preparation of client required schedules – both internal documents and those to be issued with draft reports
• Liaising with clients as needed, dealing with issues which may arise, escalating to senior/manager as required