Manager, Risk Advisory Services

About BDO

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. We offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people‑first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Canada LLP is looking for a Manager, Risk Advisory Services to join our Risk Advisory Services practice in Ottawa. This replacement role presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a growing practice and help deliver exceptional value to our clients.

Recent engagements

• Reviewing the process for administering grants, awards and prizes to professional artists and arts organizations across Ontario.
• Assessing indigenous engagement and reconciliation activities for Canada’s largest nuclear science and technology laboratory.
• Developing a risk appetite framework for application across the Ontario Public Service.
• Assessing the financial projections and due diligence of a major infrastructure renewal project in Ottawa.
• Assessing the data and artificial intelligence strategy for the department responsible for social programs and the labour market at the federal level in Canada.
• Providing agile assurance over major digital transformation initiatives within the federal public service.
• Reviewing governance and reporting practices for a large, national natural museum.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement teams to plan and provide risk advisory services, including internal audits, enterprise risk management programmes and independent assessments.
• Oversee the assessment, documentation, and evaluation of compliance, effectiveness (performance) and efficiency of business processes, internal controls and programmes/initiatives in a wide range of environments.
• Build positive working relationships with clients and identify improvements for future engagements.
• Actively assist and support the team in pursuing business development opportunities, including responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Maintain a proactive and logical approach to information gathering and analysis and present complex ideas through clear written and verbal communications.
• Review key deliverables and provide feedback to staff to ensure deliverables provided to our clients are of the highest quality and in accordance with relevant standards.
• Develop and refresh methodologies related to existing and new solutions and services.
• Manage projects to ensure they are conducted on time, on schedule, and within budget as much as possible.
• Ensure high quality client service by monitoring daily progress of fieldwork.
• Mentor and provide support and guidance to colleagues.
• Demonstrate managerial skills in working with high‑performing teams.

Success Criteria

• 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 and 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.

Experience and Education

• You have completed a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
• You have completed your professional designation (e.g. Certified Internal Auditor).
• You have at least five years of professional experience in an internal audit, risk management, governance, compliance or other related field.
• You can diagnose project issues, develop practical solutions and draft clear, high‑quality client deliverables.
• You display strong problem‑solving, leadership, time‑management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• You display exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and presentation skills for internal/external purposes.
• You have experience managing project teams, providing coaching and guidance to junior team members and supporting the delivery of high‑quality client work.
• You thrive in a collaborative organisation and environment.
• You are focused on goals, results and clients.
• You have or qualify to obtain Government of Canada security clearance.
• Bilingual in French and English is considered an asset.

Compensation

The expected range of compensation for this role is $88,000 - $134,000 per annum.

Benefits

• Competitive total cash compensation recognised and rewarded.
• Comprehensive benefits from day one.
• Flexible personal time off policy.
• Reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
• Extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• Inclusive, collaborative environment that values your ideas.

EEO & Accommodations

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We recognise and celebrate the unique experiences, identities and perspectives that each of us bring and ensure that our application process is inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

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