File Clerk Jobs

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.
Your Opportunity
Our Brantford office is looking for File Clerks to join the Internal Firm Services team on a 6 Month Contract and own the following responsibilities:

• Timely archiving of files in accordance with Firm requirements, including removal of folders from work areas, preparation of boxes for off-site storage, and updating relevant databases.
• Act as a point of contact with external storage provider, ensuring smooth operation of systems and addressing any issues that may arise.
• Efficiently set up new files as needed, recording them in the system, creating appropriate folders, and applying labels for easy identification and retrieval.
• Accurately maintain and organize all working papers, tax documents, correspondence, and other electronic and paper files on a daily basis, ensuring proper storage in designated areas.
• Manage data related to off-site storage, including regular updates of file listings, transferring archived files to external storage, and conducting annual reviews to identify files for destruction according to Firm guidelines.

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 share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your Experience And Education

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an administrative or related role, demonstrating proficiency in handling various administrative tasks.
• Excellent professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues, clients, and external contacts.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in all work undertaken.
• Proficient in working with computer systems and software, with the ability to quickly adapt and learn new systems as required.

Why BDO?
Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.
Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.
Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.
Hybrid new normal: As a hybrid workplace, all BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and remotely unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.
Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.
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