Accountant, Assurance - New Grad Sept 2026

Discover Your Impact
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.

Discover what success feels like here
If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!

Discover your voice within an award-winning culture
Doane Grant Thornton has been recognized by the Great Place To Work Institute for 18 years in a row as one of Canada’s best workplaces We were also recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2026 for Young Talent. This is your opportunity to experience what our culture is like for yourself!

We believe flexibility in our way of working is essential to creating a culture and environment that enables our firm to achieve our Purpose to help our clients, colleagues and communities thrive.

Discover Your Best Self
Imagine working for an organization that believes in the power of authenticity in everything that we do. Whether you’re working on a client file, lobster fishing in Nova Scotia or rock-climbing in the Rockies we want you to bring your whole self to work.

You’ll be a part of a team where leadership is shared, and your colleagues at all levels are fiercely committed to your development. As part of a global organization, with offices in more than 130 countries and across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to connect and learn globally.

We have two paths to work in Assurance: Assurance (Audit) or Assurance (Privately Held Business Group). Here are some differences:

Assurance (Audit)

If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, Assurance (Audit) could be a great fit. In this service line, you’ll work closely with a variety of teammates, including managers and partners, to ensure transparency and regulatory compliance.

You will have exposure to financial statement audits, reviews, and internal controls while building strong technical and professional skills in accounting standards, auditing standards, and tax compliance. You will work directly with the business you are providing assurance services to, which allows for deeper understanding of how many different organizations operate.

Assurance (Privately Held Business Group)

If you enjoy working independently and taking ownership of your work, Assurance (Privately Held Business Group) could be a great fit. While collaboration is still important, Assurance (Privately Held Business Group) gives you the opportunity to manage client files independently, while working closely with the manager and partner on-file. The focus is on building strong relationships with private business owners, who often live in the same city. Assurance (Privately Held Business Group) has a lot of tax compliance work, making it a great stepping[1]stone for those interested in tax. It’s also a great fit if you have an entrepreneurial mindset, since you’ll be helping businesses thrive.

Depending on your office location, you may work exclusively in Assurance (Privately Held Business Group) or split your time between Assurance (Audit) and Assurance (Privately Held Business Group) – both service lines offer great pathways toward CPA success and long-term career growth.

As an Accountant, Assurance - New Grad Sept 2026 some of your responsibilities will include:
• Compile financial statements
• Provide recommendations for business practices
• Plan and execute client engagements
• Understand different client businesses and industries
• Work with cross functional teams to solve client problems

Think you’ve got what it takes to be an Accountant, Assurance - New Grad Sept 2026? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
• You are currently pursuing your post-secondary degree and have demonstrated academic excellence
• You are committed to pursuing the CPA designation and completing the relevant pre-requisites

Join our team!
To become a member of one of the most dynamic firms in Canada, please submit:
• Your resume
• Cover letter
• A copy of your most recent (un)official transcripts

Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.

At Doane Grant Thornton, we believe compensation should reflect more than just market data—it should reflect you. We’re serious about compensation. We benchmark regularly across a wide spectrum of roles, industries, sectors, and levels to ensure our ranges are both competitive and current. But we don’t stop there. We also consider the unique strengths, experiences, and impact each individual brings to the table. Our salary ranges are reviewed annually, and where you land within the range depends on a mix of factors—your background, your skills, and how your contributions align with internal equity. To help start the conversation, the current salary range for this role is $52,000–$56,000 in Nanaimo, BC. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?

If you are selected to move forward in the recruiting process the first step will be for you to complete a digital interview through HireVue. Digital interviewing is a modern way to interview which sets a level playing field for all candidates. Simply record your answers to pre-set interview questions from Doane Grant Thornton LLP using your computer and webcam, or your mobile device.

We are committed to electronically confirming with all applicants when an application has been received and to electronically notify all applicants when positions they have applied to have been filled.

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