Senior Accountant, Assurance

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 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.