Intermediate Associate, Financial Reporting, Insights

BDO Canada

Intermediate Associate preparing compilation financial statements and Canadian tax filings for BDO, an accounting and advisory firm. Managing client relationships, deadlines, accounting issues, and junior-team mentoring.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeOakville • 🇨🇦 CanadaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing compilation engagements, financial statements, and various tax returns, while fostering strong client relationships and delivering high-quality service. Proficient in problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on teamwork and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Compilation Engagement PreparationFinancial Statement PreparationTax Return Knowledge (T1, T2, T3)Client Relationship ManagementAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Compilation EngagementsFinancial StatementsCorporate Tax Returns (T2)Personal Tax Returns (T1)Trust Tax Returns (T3)Partnership Tax ReturnsT4, T4A, T5 FilingsCRA FilingsProblem-SolvingAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Client ServiceTeamworkCommunication SkillsQuality-Focused ApproachMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsAccounting Software

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingBusiness DevelopmentClient Engagements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare compilation engagements, including year-end working paper files, financial statements, and supporting documentation
Prepare and review corporate (T2), personal (T1), trust (T3), and partnership tax returns
Prepare information returns and slips, including T4, T4A, T5, and related CRA filings
Build positive client relationships and communicate directly with clients
Request information, discuss accounting matters, and respond to inquiries
Identify and resolve accounting and bookkeeping issues
Support managers and partners in delivering high-quality client service and meeting deadlines
Communicate progress updates and issues to team members
Participate in business development initiatives and identify new opportunities with existing clients
Train and mentor junior team members
Participate in adopting digital tools and strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of related experience in the public accounting industry
Experience or interest in working across a variety of industries
Teamwork, client service, and quality-focused approach to detailed work
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong analytical skills
Strong communication skills
Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prepare compilation engagements and financial statements
Knowledge of corporate (T2), personal (T1), trust (T3), and partnership tax returns
Knowledge of T4, T4A, T5, and related CRA filings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Award-winning people-first environment
Personal and professional growth opportunities
Extensive learning and development opportunities
Support for personal goals outside the office and community impact
Collaborative, inclusive environment
Local charity initiatives and local and national community events
Competitive total cash compensation
Comprehensive benefits from day one
Flexible personal time off policy
Wellness initiative reimbursement
Inclusive and accessible application process
Flexible blended work model with office, client-site, and virtual work