Junior Financial Analyst, Valuations & Modelling - September 2023

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 Toronto office is looking for a Junior Financial Analyst to join the Valuations & Modelling team in September 2023 to play an active role in supporting management in business valuation and related mandates. This includes valuations prepared in the context of financial reporting, transaction advisory, tax planning and litigation support.
The Junior Financial Analyst will own the following responsibilities:

• Develop an understanding of the business development activities required to support this type of practice (for future career development); and
• Assist in the ongoing training and development of professional staff within the service area.
• Participate in discussions and meetings with management of the companies involved;
• Develop relationships with BDO's current and prospective clients as well as with other BDO service groups;
• Analyze company and industry-specific strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to determine the cash flow risks of the companies involved;
• Manage multiple engagements to ensure successful and timely completion of client deliverables;
• Research third-party databases for market, industry or comparable public company and private transaction multiples and other information for valuation purposes
• Provide ongoing communication with the Valuations team concerning file execution and service area development initiatives;
• Draft detailed valuation reports and presentations to management;
• Participate in the preparation of the financial models used for the valuation;

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• You share in an inclusive & 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 grow your expertise through learning & professional development.
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients

Your Experience And Education

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or another related field
• Successful completion of the CPA designation (or near completion)
• Must be willing to pursue a CBV designation
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent attention to detail
• 0-1 year of work experience in an accounting or Valuations/M&A practice
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, especially Excel
• Solid verbal and written communication skills

Earn your CPA Designation
At BDO, we’re committed to the success of students pursuing their CPA designation. We provide pre-approved programs across our 100+ offices, mentorship and support, reimbursement of exam fees, enrollment in Canada’s leading CFE prep course, and flexible options for study leave in order for you to be successful
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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