BDO helps a diverse range of clients with different needs. This is especially true of our Advisory Practice, which provides transaction, risk, wealth advisory, company secretarial, and HR services to clients navigating a range of challenges, changes, and opportunities. Our professionals are from a variety of multidisciplinary backgrounds, allowing us to d...
Purpose of the role:
- The Associate Director oversees and ensures that the project runs efficiently and profitably from inception to sign off, by managing all the relevant stakeholders in accordance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. The Associate Director further supports the Engagement Partner with clients' commercial management and business development initiatives.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Business Development
- Negotiating budgets/fees and overruns for clients once fee base has been agreed with the partner
- Managing WIP, write offs, fee queries and debtors
- Ensure Timeous and accurate billing of clients • Accurate and Timeous planning of audits.
- Management and the Execution of audits.
- Managing staff movements on and off the job and timeously communicate to all relevant parties.
- Manage and control staff allocations on audit project.
- Ensure completion and finalization of audits
- Building of effective relationships with clients and staff.
- Ensure Exceptional Client Service.
- Decide on audit appropriateness of audit opinion by resolving issues which might impact on the audit opinion and ensuring that these are brought to the attention of the engagement partner and documentation thereof.
- Manage the client and ensure that the project is delivered within the scope agreed on
- Mentoring of trainees
- Timeous completion of performance reviews
Requirements
Qualifications
Requirements
- 7-10 years post articles experience in auditing
- Strong Technical Ability
- Extremely high levels of attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with partners and managers both verbally and written
- Ability to communicate effectively with partners and managers under potentially difficult circumstances
- Ability to apply sound professional judgment.
- Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth through research and attending courses relevant to role
- People management (coaching and mentoring)
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Role Overview
- BDO Academy is seeking a highly motivated and technically strong professional to join our team as a Learning and Development Manager responsible for the design, development, and delivery of professional accounting and corporate training programmes.
- The successful candidate will play a central role in expanding BDO Academy’s learning offering by designing and delivering high-quality courses across professional accounting qualifications (including ACCA) as well as customised corporate training programmes for clients.
- This role requires a combination of technical accounting expertise, strong presentation skills, curriculum development capability, and a passion for education and professional development.
- The position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse audience including audit professionals, finance teams, and senior leaders across multiple industries.
Key Responsibilities
Course Design and Development
- Design and develop professional education programmes, including ACCA courses and other accounting, finance, and assurance related subjects
- Develop high-quality training materials including slides, case studies, mock exams, technical notes, and practical exercises
- Create engaging digital learning content for online delivery platforms
- Ensure training content aligns with relevant professional syllabi, accounting standards, and best practice
Training Delivery
- Deliver technical training sessions for professional qualification programmes (e.g., ACCA)
- Facilitate corporate training workshops for clients across the accounting, finance, audit, and risk environment
- Deliver both face-to-face and virtual training sessions
- Provide guidance and support to students and corporate participants to enhance learning outcomes
Programme Management
- Assist in the planning and coordination of professional courses and corporate training programmes
- Monitor student performance and provide feedback where appropriate
- Support the continuous improvement of BDO Academy training programmes based on participant feedback and learning outcomes
Client Engagement
- Assist with the development of customised corporate training programmes for clients
- Participate in meetings with clients to understand training requirements and design appropriate learning solutions
- Contribute to proposals and presentations for new training engagements
Thought Leadership
- Contribute to the development of new training products and learning initiatives
- Stay current with developments in accounting standards, auditing standards, corporate governance, and professional education
- Support the growth and visibility of BDO Academy within the professional training market
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Qualified CA(SA) or ACCA member in good standing
- Minimum 3–5 years post-qualification experience in audit, accounting, advisory, or professional education
- Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, auditing standards, and financial reporting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong presentation and facilitation ability
- Demonstrated interest in teaching, mentoring, or professional training
Advantageous Experience
- Experience delivering professional accounting courses (ACCA, CA(SA), or similar programmes)
- Prior involvement in course design, curriculum development, or learning material creation
- Experience facilitating corporate training or workshops
- Experience with eLearning platforms or learning management systems
Key Competencies
- Strong technical accounting and auditing knowledge
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and practical manner
- Strong organisational and programme management skills
- Ability to engage and motivate learners
- Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business development initiatives
Personal Attributes
- Passion for education and professional development
- High level of professionalism and integrity
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Collaborative team player
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
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- Are you ready to gain valuable work experience and take your first step into the professional world? BDO is offering exciting 12-month fixed-term internship opportunities within our Financial Services Advisory team through the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme.
- Join one of the world's leading professional services firms and gain practical workplace experience while developing the skills you need to build a successful career.
Who We Are
- At BDO, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to helping our people grow, learn, and thrive. As a YES Intern, you'll become part of a collaborative and supportive team where your contribution matters from day one.
What's In It for You?
- Gain hands-on experience in a professional work environment
- Work on meaningful projects and make a real impact
- Develop technical and professional skills that enhance your employability
- Learn from experienced leaders, mentors, and industry professionals
- Build your professional network and workplace confidence
- Be part of an inclusive, dynamic, and high-performing team
- Strengthen your personal and career development through practical learning opportunities
Who Should Apply?
- We're looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and career-focused young South Africans who are eager to gain workplace experience and grow their professional skills.
Why BDO?
- At BDO, we don't just offer internships. We provide opportunities to learn, grow, and unlock your potential. If you're ready to start your career journey and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
- Your future starts here. Apply today and #BeYourExceptionalSelf at BDO.
Requirements
- This Is More Than Just an Internship. It's Your Launchpad.
- At BDO, you'll gain valuable workplace experience, build practical skills, and develop the confidence needed to thrive in a professional environment.
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft professional emails
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Clear and confident communication skills in English, both written and verbal
- Administrative experience with the ability to coordinate tasks and maintain accurate records
Qualifications
We're looking for graduates with degrees/diplomas/certificates in the following areas:
- Information systems
- Computer Sciences
- Internal Audit
- Business Administration
- Compliance/regs related
Experience We Value
- Previous exposure to an office or administrative environment will be advantageous. This may include experience with data capturing, information gathering, reporting, coordination activities, and supporting business operations.
What Makes You a Great Fit?
You are:
- A confident communicator who can build positive working relationships
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal
- Self-motivated and able to work independently when required
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting others
- Eager to learn, grow, and contribute in a professional environment
Why Join BDO?
As a YES Intern, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Gain meaningful work experience at a leading professional services firm
- Work alongside experienced professionals and industry leaders
- Develop workplace-ready skills that enhance your future career prospects
- Build your professional network and broaden your exposure to the business world
- Be part of an inclusive culture where your growth and success matter
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- Are you ready to gain valuable work experience and take your first step into the professional world? BDO is offering exciting 12-month fixed-term internship opportunities through the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme.
- Join one of the world's leading professional services firms and gain practical workplace experience while developing the skills you need to build a successful career.
Who We Are
- At BDO, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to helping our people grow, learn, and thrive. As a YES Intern, you'll become part of a collaborative and supportive team where your contribution matters from day one.
What's In It for You?
- Gain hands-on experience in a professional work environment
- Work on meaningful projects and make a real impact
- Develop technical and professional skills that enhance your employability
- Learn from experienced leaders, mentors, and industry professionals
- Build your professional network and workplace confidence
- Be part of an inclusive, dynamic, and high-performing team
- Strengthen your personal and career development through practical learning opportunities
Who Should Apply?
- We're looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and career-focused young South Africans who are eager to gain workplace experience and grow their professional skills.
Why BDO?
- At BDO, we don't just offer internships. We provide opportunities to learn, grow, and unlock your potential. If you're ready to start your career journey and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
- Your future starts here. Apply today and #BeYourExceptionalSelf at BDO.
Requirements
This Is More Than Just an Internship. It's Your Launchpad.
- At BDO, you'll gain valuable workplace experience, build practical skills, and develop the confidence needed to thrive in a professional environment.
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft professional emails
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Clear and confident communication skills in English, both written and verbal
- Administrative experience with the ability to coordinate tasks and maintain accurate records
Experience We Value
- Previous exposure to an office or administrative environment will be advantageous. This may include experience with data capturing, information gathering, reporting, coordination activities, and supporting business operations.
Qualifications
We're looking for graduates with qualifications in the following fields:
- People & Culture: Degree in Business Administration
What Makes You a Great Fit?
You are:
- A confident communicator who can build positive working relationships
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal
- Self-motivated and able to work independently when required
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting others
- Eager to learn, grow, and contribute in a professional environment
Why Join BDO?
As a YES Intern, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Gain meaningful work experience at a leading professional services firm
- Work alongside experienced professionals and industry leaders
- Develop workplace-ready skills that enhance your future career prospects
- Build your professional network and broaden your exposure to the business world
- Be part of an inclusive culture where your growth and success matter
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Description
- We are recruiting an Agile Personal Assistant based in our Business Support Hub (BSH), which is part of our wider National Business Support (NBS) stream. The Business Support Hub provides administrative assistance across BDO nationally, supporting our external facing teams as well as our Practice Management Departments (PMDs). The BSH and Agile PA team perform various tasks on behalf of these teams, allowing our external facing teams to focus on delivering exceptional client service.
- The National Business Support Stream is a collaborative community of c330 business support professionals across the firm, working in our 17 Hubs and infrastructure departments. Made up of PAs, Senior PAs, Executive Assistants, Operations Managers, Receptionists, and Administrators, we offer access to career development, learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring. Our aim is to ‘work smarter and creatively’ driving consistencies and ‘working better together’ by sharing best practice and knowledge.
Requirements
The Agile PA (Grade 130) role will be challenging and rewarding. You will work as part of a team of Agile PAs to offer dedicated and ad hoc PA cover, which will vary according to the area of the business. Core responsibilities will include:
- High quality PA cover to key stakeholders (partners and directors) and act as a trusted point of contact and support, capable of building relationships and making independent decisions within limits of authority.
- Diary and inbox management - Monitor e-mails/meeting invitations of Partner(s)/Director(s) and reply on their behalf when needed
- Co-ordinate events including liaising with delegates, booking meeting rooms and arranging refreshments/equipment as necessary
- Co-ordinate business travel via our internal Travel Team
- Liaison with meeting attendees regarding presentations and reports
- Document production
- Liaising with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally
- Completion of expense reports
- Provide an exceptional client experience
- Be responsive and help to create a positive impression of the business support function
- Deal with routine enquiries and taking appropriate messages
- General administrative assistance
- Taking on small ad-hoc projects
- Minute taking
Technical Knowledge
- To have previous experience working in a PA role
- Intermediate to advanced level of MS office skills
- Fast accurate typing skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Basic project and event management experience
- To either have previous experience in, or ability to learn the following systems:
- Workday
- CMS
- Microsoft Office products such as SharePoint, Teams, Yammer etc.
- Professional practice experience or similar is an advantage
Person Specification
- Forward thinking and creative
- Ability to manage / prioritise tasks
- Has a flexible and adaptable attitude, able to adjust quickly when priorities change
- Ability to readily understand the Firm’s environment, structure and culture
- Works on own initiative, is discreet and highly organised
- Proactively identifies and evaluates problems and demonstrates the ability to approach and tackle problems effectively
- A strong communicator at all levels within the Firm – can produce detailed handover notes
- Work on own initiative and be self-motivated
- Ability to pay attention to detail
- Awareness of BDO Brand, layout of documents etc
- Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
- Proactive in driving things forward
- Ability to see things through from start to finish and staying on top of do to lists
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in professional services, financial services, or other regulated industries will be a strong advantage.
- MS Office
Experience
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Personal Assistant
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Description
- Kickstart your career as a ACCA Assistant Manager with BDO Wave, a specialised Extended Delivery Team supporting BDO UK in delivering excellence, agility, and value in audit and advisory services.
- The ACCA Assistant Manager forms part of the team overseeing the ACCA trainees, working on audit engagements for BDO UK. They are responsible for ensuring that audit working papers completed by the ACCA trainees are reviewed and at the required quality standard prior to the work being reviewed by the BDO UK audit team. The Assistant Manager is also involved with the day-to-day operations of the division, including the completion of skills reviews on LTS and monitoring of feedback. They report to the Manager of the division for daily work contact.
Requirements
Education & Skills
Education:
- Newly qualified CA(SA) registered or eligible to register with SAICA
- Full experience with accounting and auditing standards
Competencies
- Ability to handle and manage stress
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to operate as part of a team
- Sound supervisory experience
- Ability to carry out complex written and oral instructions
- Ability to plan and organize the work of others
- Strong project management skills
- Quality and detail-oriented
- Excellent interpersonal skills for internal and external stakeholder relationship management
- Flexible in terms of working hours, when required
Job requirements
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Provide regular updates to the division management team
- Build and manage relationships with UK Managers
- Oversee and review work performed by ACCA trainees ensuring compliance with standards, audit quality and firm methodology
- Provide on the job training and coaching to trainees
- Provide guidance on technical audit and accounting matters
- Formulate training interventions and sessions to improve audit quality and trainee development
- Monitor trainees’ progress and development needs
- Assist with time management and productivity of trainees
- Provide trainees with constructive feedback on a timely basis
- Track trainees’ feedback
- Track trainee compliance with training requirements
- Member of firm’s Learning & Development faculty – to provide training to trainees and experienced hires
- Ensure the review notes given to trainees are clear and provide sufficient detail to ensure proper understanding of errors and issues noted
- Manage review timelines to ensure UK deadlines and timing requirements are met
- Responsible for the daily training and development of the trainees through knowledge and skills sharing
- Regular one-on-one meetings with allocated trainees
- Supporting trainees in their career growth
- Applying firm policies consistently and fairly
- Ensuring trainees understand firm culture and expectations
- Preparing for internal and external meetings including preparing meeting material
- Involvement with recruitment (Talent) including campus visits and assessment centres
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