I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at BDO
Interview
I applied online for the position. The process took about a month before I got an interview invitation. It was an overseas phone interview with the Partner. Various of questions relating to background, experiences, exposures and standards applications. Received an offer but eventually rejected because of the low salary offered.
I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at BDO (Washington, DC) in Mar 2012
Interview
I did not plan on interviewing with this accounting firm as my focus was on the big four. I walked to their stand at an accounting fair and started talking to a partner who told me about their services and why they would be a better fit for me as compared to the big 4. He then set up an interview with HR for me after chatting with him.
The next step was to interview with HR and this was relatively straightforward. It was the routine questions about yourself, your character, work ethic etc.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at BDO (Bristol, England) in Oct 2015
Interview
Friendly, questioned on technical issues. Was with two partners and then a director. the 2nd interview was more challenging and technical than the first. Lasted about an hour each time. No difficult questions about strengths, weaknesses etc... I'm sure the interview process varies by person.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Question related to an accounting standard (can't recall which one)