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

Our Red Deer office is looking for a Co‑op or Intern student to join the Financial Reporting and Insights team for a 4‑month term from September to December 2027
. This role is designed to offer a comprehensive learning experience in the field of accounting, exposing the co‑op or intern to various aspects of financial reporting, analysis, compliance, and teamwork.

The co‑op or intern will own the following responsibilities:

• Efficiently utilize technical knowledge from courses to prepare tax returns for a variety of clients
• Contribute to tax compliance projects and other assignments per regulatory standards
• Gather evidence for Assurance and Accounting engagements
• 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

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects 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 identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in 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

• You are currently working towards a degree/diploma, focused in accounting
• You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork
• You have proven leadership skill and can take initiative to seek understanding
• You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills

We provide pre‑approved CPA programs, mentorship and support, reimbursement of exam fees, enrollment in Canada’s leading CFE prep course, and flexible options for study leave. We offer competitive compensation, flexible benefits from day one, a market‑leading personal time‑off policy, and wellness reimbursement.

We support inclusion and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Work flexibility:
You are expected to work some time in the office, at client sites, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative arrangements are in place. Our blended approach supports the flexible needs of our people, the firm and the clients.

Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business, reflecting shared values and commitments to ethical decision making.