Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting & Insights

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.

BDO Canada is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Financial Reporting & Insights team and own the following responsibilities:

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

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through every aspect of your work:
  Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high‑quality work
• You are proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple files while meeting deadlines
• You identify, recommend, and focus on effective service delivery to clients
• You contribute to 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

• CPA designation (or equivalent) or working toward CPA
• Degree and/or diploma in accounting, finance or a relevant field
• 2+ years of accounting experience in the public accounting industry or relevant work experience
• Experience with compilations and preparing tax returns
• Alignment with teamwork, client service, and high‑quality detailed work
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills

Our people‑first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025. We recognize the importance of an environment where you can be successful in learning, development, and community impact.

BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives and providing staff with opportunities to contribute to community events.

Competitive total cash compensation, flexible benefits from day one, a market‑leading personal time‑off policy, and support for wellness initiatives.

Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we commit to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion and diversity, celebrating the valuable differences of all employees.

All BDO personnel are expected to spend some time working in the office, at client sites, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our blended approach supports the flexible needs of the firm and its clients.

Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business, reflecting shared values and commitments to ethical decisions and trust with clients and the public.

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Click “Apply now” to send your up‑to‑date resume to a Talent Acquisition Specialist.

Rockland, Ontario, Canada

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Accounting / Auditing and Finance
• Salary: CA $70,000.00‑CA $90,000.00