I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at BDO (Cape Town) in Feb 2020
Interview
Ice breakers to introduce self to partners
Group challenge- given a folder of information and have to come up with solutions to challenges faced while valuing others opinions
soft skills test- had to write a letter regarding technical work while being mindful of tone and style
one on one interview with a partner
presentation to a partner with Q &A session after
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Question 1
When did I face a challneg working in a team and how did i resolve it.
I applied online. I interviewed at BDO (Salt Rock) in Jan 2023
Interview
Conversation with the office partner and recruiting team. Set up on the Ms Teams, you'll receive an invitation link to the meeting. The partner is very friendly and accommodating so it's like a normal get to know you conversation
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Question 1
What made you to choose BDO ? How do you deal with uncompleted tasks that are overdue?
I applied through university. I interviewed at BDO (Port Elizabeth) in Apr 2022
Interview
Asked a few psychological questions. No reference was made to Accounting theoretical knowledge in the questions. They were all scenario based questions on how you'd handle each scenario. So the questions are meant to test your mentality and attitudes. Its more of a test of your character and personality.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is customer service mean? In the Accounting Industry. What ethical dilema have you encountered and how did you handle? What do you do when you are overwelmed and stressed?
I applied online. I interviewed at BDO (New York, NY) in Aug 2021
Interview
Lovely interview process. The questions were not trying to trick you and they just want to get to know you. I was asked about myself and my studies. A few Financial Reporting technical questions as well.