Senior Accountant, Assurance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible personal time off

Blended work model

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the GTA Audit Practice in Toronto, Oakville, or Markham. You will lead and conduct audit engagements, prepare working papers and financial statements, and coordinate year-end assurance work for clients across various industries.

The role requires CPA designation and at least 3 years of external audit experience, with strong IFRS/US GAAP knowledge and client service skills. A blended work model and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 3 years of external audit experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct audit and review engagements, prepare working papers and financial statements.
• Coordinate year-end assurance engagements for clients across industries.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships with high-quality service.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities with existing clients.
• Communicate progress and raise issues with engagement teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Client service

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

CPA designation

Tools

IFRS

US GAAP

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.