Senior Accountant, Assurance

BDO Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Blended work model

Benefits from day one

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the GTA Audit Practice, leading and conducting audit engagements from our Toronto, Oakville, or Markham offices. You will prepare working papers, financial statements, and support year-end assurance engagements.

The role requires CPA designation, at least three years of external audit experience, and knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP. You will build client relationships, contribute to business development, and collaborate with teams to deliver

Qualifications

• CPA designation completed.
• Minimum 3 years of external audit experience in public accounting.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP standards.
• Strong teamwork, client service, problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct audit and review engagements, preparing working papers and financial statements in accordance with regulatory and firm standards.
• Coordinate year-end assurance engagements for clients across a range of industries, including providing information for corporate tax filings.
• Apply working knowledge of accounting frameworks such as IFRS, ASNPO, US GAAP as appropriate to client needs.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships by responding promptly to requests and delivering high-quality service.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities to expand services with existing clients.
• Communicate regularly with engagement team members to provide progress updates and raise issues proactively.

Skills

CPA designation

External audit

IFRS/US GAAP knowledge

Teamwork

Client service

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation completed

Job description

Senior Accountant – GTA Audit Practice

Join BDO’s GTA Audit Practice from one of our offices in Toronto, Oakville, or Markham. In this role you will lead and conduct audit and review engagements, prepare working papers and financial statements, coordinate year‑end assurance engagements, and support business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct audit and review engagements, preparing working papers and financial statements in accordance with regulatory and firm standards.
• Coordinate year‑end assurance engagements for clients across a range of industries, including providing information for corporate tax filings.
• Apply working knowledge of accounting frameworks such as ASPE, ASNPO, IFRS, and US GAAP as appropriate to client needs.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships by responding promptly to requests and delivering high‑quality service.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities to expand services with existing clients.
• Communicate regularly with engagement team members to provide progress updates and raise issues proactively.

Success Criteria

• Demonstrate BDO’s core values of Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration in all work.
• Build strong client relationships, being described as professional, positive and delivering high‑quality work.
• Identify and recommend effective service delivery solutions.
• Actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and forward‑thinking strategies.
• Pursue continuous learning and professional development.

Experience & Education

• CPA designation completed.
• Minimum 3 years of external audit experience in public accounting.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP standards.
• Strong teamwork, client service, problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Compensation

The expected range for this role is $62,000 to $96,000.

Benefits & Flexibility

• Flexible personal time off and a blended work model.
• Comprehensive benefits from day one, including reimbursement for wellness initiatives.
• Commitment to an inclusive workplace with respect and fairness for all employees.