Intermediate Associate, Cloud Accounting Operations

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 Guelph office is looking for an Intermediate Associate to join our Cloud Accounting Operations team and own the following responsibilities:

• Maintain open communication with clients, government agencies, and colleagues
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of government remittances and statutory/non-statutory deductions (EI, CPP, EHT)
• Perform bank account reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable and accounts receivable management
• Process payroll data, identify discrepancies, and work with management to implement corrective actions
• Prepare regular external filings, such as HST, and month-end financial reporting packages
• Provide efficient and accurate full cycle bookkeeping services using cloud-based systems
• Complete routine account analysis and bookkeeping assignments following established procedures

How do we define success for your role?

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

Your Experience And Education

• You hold a post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance, or have relevant experience in the field
• Experience in using software such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar cloud based tools
• You are proficient in using Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Excel, and Word
• You possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work well independently and as part of a collaborative team
• You have at least 2 years of hands-on experience in cloud accounting/financial reporting, with in-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices

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 support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.

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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