Bilingual Administrative Assistant, Canadian Tax Services

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 with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our Montreal office is looking for a Bilingual Administrative Assistant to join the team and own the following responsibilities :

Provide administrative support to multiple Partners and staff within the office

Ensure all documents and deliverables are properly proofread and edited prior to being sent to clients

Assist with billing, collections and processing of A / R and A / P

Client interaction to support information requests and follow-ups

Assemble corporate and personal tax returns, including cross-checking the balance owing and names, as required based on the needs of the assigned Partner(s)

E-file tax returns and ensure Partners' lists have been e-filed by the deadlines

Administrative support to Partners and engagement team, which includes client invoicing, calendar management, time & expense reports, meeting and travel coordination, etc.

Other administrative duties as required, including photocopying, filing, mailing / courier, etc., as required by professional staff and Partners

How do we define success for your role?

You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect 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.

Self-motivated

Your experience and education

You have 2 years of working experience in an administrative or similar role

You are bilingual (English and French)

An Office Administration diploma or other relevant education is an asset

You have thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)

You have the ability to prioritize your workload and the flexibility to manage multiple tasks

You are comfortable working in a deadline-driven work setting and dealing with confidential information

You have strong problem solving, analytical and communication skills both written and oral

You value teamwork, client service and quality in detailed work

Ability to work extra hours as required

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