Internship Accounting & Reporting Brussels Centre (2025-2026)

As an intern in Accounting & Reporting at BDO, you will engage in a diverse range of responsibilities including processing financial data for various clients, assisting in the preparation of interim financial balances, and participating in the year-end closing process. You will have the opportunity to learn about the creation of annual accounts and reports, while being mentored by experienced professionals.

To qualify for the Internship in Accounting & Reporting at BDO, you should be in your final year of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a strong interest in finance. Additionally, exhibiting a notable eagerness to learn, a positive attitude, and a strong sense of responsibility will greatly benefit your application.

At BDO, we take pride in supporting our interns’ academic goals. During your time in the Internship in Accounting & Reporting, you will receive guidance on your Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis from your internship supervisor, as well as ongoing support from our experienced colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge.

BDO provides ample opportunities for personal growth during the Internship in Accounting & Reporting by allowing interns to take on significant responsibilities while offering a supportive environment. You will work closely with a smaller team, ensuring that everyone can bring their unique personality to the table, as you engage in real-world financial tasks.

Yes! During your Internship in Accounting & Reporting at BDO, you have the option to work at one of our many Belgian offices or even at a client site. This flexibility allows you to immerse yourself in different working environments and gain a broader understanding of the industry.

When answering this question, it's vital to outline the key elements of financial reporting such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Explain how financial reporting reflects a company's performance and supports decision-making. Relate this to your internship role at BDO, highlighting your eagerness to learn more about these processes.

Make sure your response encompasses your passion for finance and your desire to work in a collaborative and supportive environment. Highlight what you are excited to learn, such as financial analysis or tax regulations, and mention BDO’s commitment to personal development and growth which resonates with you.

Provide examples of past experiences where you managed time efficiently to meet deadlines. Discuss your organizational skills, prioritization, and how you remain calm and focused under pressure, particularly in finance-related tasks during your internship at BDO.

Focus on a specific instance where you successfully collaborated with others, detailing your role and the project's outcome. Highlight your communication skills and how your contribution added value to the team's overall success, which aligns well with the teamwork culture at BDO.

Discuss both hard and soft skills relevant to finance and accounting such as attention to detail, analytical skills, and proficiency in financial software. Additionally, emphasize your willingness to learn and adapt, which are crucial for growth in your role at BDO.

Discuss your learning strategy when faced with new software. Emphasize research, utilizing tutorials, and seeking help from team members, reflecting your proactive attitude which will be appreciated during your internship at BDO.

Express how financial data accuracy ensures reliable reports that impact decision-making in any organization. Connect your understanding of its importance to the role you will play during your internship at BDO in maintaining this accuracy through your tasks.

Share a specific experience where you processed financial data, discussing the methods you used to ensure accuracy and proper compliance. Relate this to how you would apply these skills during your internship at BDO.

Illustrate your long-term ambitions in finance or accounting and how the Internship in Accounting & Reporting at BDO serves as a stepping stone towards achieving those goals. Mention skills or experiences you hope to gain that align with your future career.

Share your techniques for staying organized when handling multiple tasks for the Internship in Accounting & Reporting at BDO, such as using to-do lists or digital tools. Demonstrating your organizational skills will show your preparedness for the demands of the internship.