Senior Associate, Financial Reporting & Insights

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

Job summary

A major accounting firm in Barrie, Ontario, seeks a Senior Accountant to handle compilation engagements and tax returns for diverse clients. The role requires a CPA designation or equivalent and at least two years of public accounting experience. Candidates should possess strong client service, problem-solving, and communication skills. This firm values integrity, respect, and collaboration, and offers a supportive environment focused on personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive total cash compensation

Flexible benefits from day one

Market leading personal time off policy

Wellness initiatives reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience in the public accounting industry.
• Experience preparing compilation engagements and tax returns (T1s, T2s, etc.).
• Demonstrate BDO's core values: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare compilation engagements and corporate tax returns.
• Build effective working relationships with client contacts.
• Ensure significant engagement matters are documented.

Skills

Client service

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Degree in accounting, finance or relevant field

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 Barrie office is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Financial Insights & Reporting Group. This is a replacement role where the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:

• Prepare compilation engagements, in addition to corporate tax returns for clients in a variety of businesses and non-profit enterprises
• Building effective working relationships with client contacts and responding effectively to client requests
• Preparation of trust returns and trust working papers
• Preparation of tax returns (T1s, T2s, T4s, T5s,GST/HST and charity returns)
• Ensuring that all significant engagement matters are documented and brought to the attention of the Manager/Partner, as well as keeping them informed of the progress of the engagement
• Following up with appropriate government agencies on questions relating to payroll, assessments, GST, business numbers, etc

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• You are proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple files while managing deadlines
• You identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive & 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 & professional development

Your Experience And Education

• CPA designation (or equivalent) or working towards you CPA
• You have a degree and/or diploma in accounting, finance or relevant field.
• You have 2+ years of accounting experience in the public accounting industry or relevant work experience
• You have experience with compilations, and preparing tax returns
• You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work
• You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills

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

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.

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.

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 flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:

We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. 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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