Associate/ Senior Associate, Transaction Services

BDO Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada’s Toronto office seeks an Associate/Senior Associate in Transaction Services to join the Deal Advisory team. You will perform market research, evaluate historical performance, and analyze financial projections.

You will interact with clients and other advisors, supporting business development and cross-functional projects. The role emphasizes accounting policy understanding, due diligence, and teamwork, with opportunities across valuations, M&A and restructuring.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required, CBV or CFA asset.
• 2-3 years of professional experience, with 1+ year in transaction services preferred.
• Highly motivated, autonomous and able to work under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and strong business acumen.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform market, industry and company research.
• Evaluate a business’s historical performance and financial projections.
• Understand key accounting policies and management control environments.
• Conduct in-depth financial analyses on earnings sustainability, cash flows, working capital, asset quality and margin drivers.
• Interpret analyses and assist in preparing buy-side and sell-side due diligence reports.
• Undertake smaller assignments or assist on larger assignments under supervision.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Business acumen

Microsoft Excel

Education

CPA designation

CBV or CFA asset

Tools

Power BI

Power Pivot

Power Query

VBA

Macros

Job description

Your Opportunity

Our

• Perform market, industry and company research;
• Evaluate a business’ historical performance and financial projections;
• Understand key accounting policies and management control environments;
• Perform various in-depth financial analyses on companies including analyzing and understanding the sustainability of earnings and cash flows, operating working capital requirements, quality of assets and key drivers of financial performance (revenues and margins, operating expenses, etc.);
• Interpret analysis and assist in the preparation of detailed buy-side and sell-side due diligence reports;
• Undertake smaller assignments or assist on larger assignments reporting to a manager, senior manager, or a partner;
• Support various business development initiatives including pitches and proposals;
• Communicate directly with various transaction counterparties including the client, target, potential buyers, other advisors and lenders;
• Contribute to the effective working of the team and development of team moral; and
• Occasionally support one of our other business units in a cross-functional role (e.g. Valuations, M&A, Commercial Due Diligence, Restructuring, etc.).

Our Toronto office is looking for an Associate/Senior Associate, Transaction Services to join the Deal Advisory team. This is a new role, and the successful candidate would own the following responsibilities:

• Perform market, industry and company research;
• Evaluate a business’ historical performance and financial projections;
• Understand key accounting policies and management control environments;
• Perform various in-depth financial analyses on companies including analyzing and understanding the sustainability of earnings and cash flows, operating working capital requirements, quality of assets and key drivers of financial performance (revenues and margins, operating expenses, etc.);
• Interpret analysis and assist in the preparation of detailed buy-side and sell-side due diligence reports;
• Undertake smaller assignments or assist on larger assignments reporting to a manager, senior manager, or a partner;
• Support various business development initiatives including pitches and proposals;
• Communicate directly with various transaction counterparties including the client, target, potential buyers, other advisors and lenders;
• Contribute to the effective working of the team and development of team moral; and
• Occasionally support one of our other business units in a cross-functional role (e.g. Valuations, M&A, Commercial Due Diligence, Restructuring, etc.).

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 client's 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 & 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.

Your Experience And Education

• Existing CPA designation, pursuit of CBV or CFA an asset
• 2-3 years of professional experience, with 1 or more years of transaction services experience considered an asset
• Highly motivated, autonomous and able to work under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Skilled in building a network and effective working relationships
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience with VBAs, Marcos, Power Pivot, Power Query and Power BI an asset

The expected range of compensation for this role is $57,000-$104,000.

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.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• 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.

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