Senior Accountant, Assurance

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

Job summary

BDO Canada LLP is seeking a bilingual Senior Accountant to join the Assurance team in Ottawa. The role is a replacement position where you will own year-end engagements, audits and financial statements while building strong client relationships.

You should have CPA designation or be in progress, at least 2 years of audit experience in public accounting, and be bilingual in English and French. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and contribute to team development.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or current pursuit.
• At least 2 years of audit experience in public accounting.
• Bilingual in English and French with strong client service focus.
• Teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently prepare year-end engagements for clients in various industries.
• Perform audits, reviews and prepare working papers and financial statements per regulatory standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and respond to requests and suggestions.
• Participate in business development with existing clients.
• Communicate progress and issues with team members; mentor staff.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

CPA designation or in progress

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

Our Ottawa-Kent Street and Cornwall offices are looking for a bilingual Senior Accountant to join the Assurance team. This is a replacement role where the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:

• Efficiently prepare year-end engagements for your clients in a variety of industries
• Perform audits, reviews and prepare working papers and financial statements per regulatory standards
• Build positive working relationships with clients and effectively respond to request and suggestions
• Participate in business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities with existing clients
• Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis
• Engage in training staff and invest in the professional development of your team

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

You have completed your CPA designation or are in the process.

You have at least 2 years of audit experience in the public accounting industry.

Bilingual (English and French)

You enjoy working within a variety of client industries and are keen to develop further knowledge in this area.

You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work.

You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Salary

The expected range of compensation for this role is: $ 62,000 to $ 96,000

Why BDO?

BDO's 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.

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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Our culture

When it comes to our people, we believe in helping you unlock possibilities, build your passions, and grow your competitive edge. From our expansive client base to growing talent pool, our people are the core of BDO.

Our multi-award winning talent experience continues to make us proud. Our culture is open and collaborative. We foster inclusive ways to thinking and celebrate diversity among all contributors.

We respect each other, do all things with integrity, and support our people to be their most authentic selves.