Administrative Professional, Transaction Tax

BDO Canada; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking an Administrative Professional to join our GTA group of offices (Toronto or Oakville) and support the Transaction Tax Services group. We’re looking for a motivated individual with a positive, proactive attitude and strong customer service skills.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to a collaborative team. Key responsibilities include calendar management, travel bookings, engagement letters, document review

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in an administrative role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; familiarity with CRM and Workday is an asset.
• Willingness to work extra hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Transaction Tax Partners and team members, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel booking, and expense reporting.
• Prepare correspondence such as engagement letters and cover letters, and review documents for accuracy, grammar, spelling, and formatting to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Proof and assemble financial statements, corporate tax and other returns, including e-filing and sending tax packages to clients.
• Support client onboarding by performing conflict checks, setting up profiles in internal systems, and maintaining up-to-date client information.
• Help with billing and invoicing.
• Perform general office tasks such as photocopying, filing, mailing, and courier coordination.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Discretion

Time management

MS Office

CRM

Workday

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Canada is seeking an Administrative Professional to join our GTA group of offices (Toronto or Oakville) and support the Transaction Tax Services group. We’re looking for a motivated individual with a positive, proactive attitude and strong customer service skills. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to a collaborative team.

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Canada is seeking an Administrative Professional to join our GTA group of offices (Toronto or Oakville) and support the Transaction Tax Services group. We’re looking for a motivated individual with a positive, proactive attitude and strong customer service skills. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to Transaction Tax Partners and team members, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel booking, and expense reporting.
• Prepare correspondence such as engagement letters and cover letters, and review documents for accuracy, grammar, spelling, and formatting to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Proof and assemble financial statements, corporate tax and other returns, including e-filing and sending tax packages to clients.
• Support client onboarding by performing conflict checks, setting up profiles in internal systems, and maintaining up-to-date client information.
• Help with billing and invoicing.
• Perform general office tasks such as photocopying, filing, mailing, and courier coordination.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration
• You understand your clients' industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an administrative role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with Microsoft CRM and Workday is an asset.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and client service.
• Willingness to work extra hours when needed.

The expected range of compensation for this role is $40,000 - $65,000

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
• We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up:

Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter:

We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility:

All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct:

Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel.

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