Transformation Manager, Assurance and Accounting Full Time

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

BDO Canada LLP is seeking a Transformation Manager, Assurance and Accounting who will be working collaboratively with our audit and assurance team. The role will be focused on defining and implementing change management strategies and plans that drive employee adoption of BDO Canada’s products and programmes.

Term: Full-time, Permanent

Language: English

Wage: $120,000

Location: Remote, with travel into Toronto as needed

This is a remote position, reporting into the BDO Global Team based in Toronto, Ontario. Travel into the office at 20 Wellington Street East, Suite 500, Toronto, ON, M5E 1C5 may be required.

Our Toronto office is looking for a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Transformation Manager to join the Assurance & Accounting team and own the following responsibilities:

Manage change in accordance with business requirements, and to prevailing standards and policies;
Maintaining the individual, and organisation health in regards to change management;
Integrate change into Global A&A and assist with enforcing robust standards;
Development and management of change management plans, including progress reviews and milestone alignment, feeding into established reporting cycles with relevant change management information;
Establishing, managing, and reporting on a project’s Return on Investment (ROI);
Preparation of project documentation including change management plan, Project Change Triangle (PCT) assessment, ADKAR assessments, Change Risk Assessment and Risk Profiling, building of Role Rosters;
Feed change activities into the overall project schedule;
Contribute to internal and external meetings and associated documentation (e.g. meeting minutes, agendas);
Facilitation of adoption and implementation activities to ensure a quality product is delivered;
Take ownership for, and ensure alignment with, the requirements of the change management processes;
Own and manage project’s change related risks and issues; and
Assist with management of stakeholder communication and expectations for the life of the programme or project lifecycle.

How do we define success for your role?

You demonstrate BDO’s core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
You share in an inclusive and 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 and professional development.

Your experience and education:

You have completed at least a Bachelors degree in Accounting, or other related field of study
Have completed or be pursuant of a professional designation, as applicable/eligible
You have 3 years of external audit experience in the public accounting industry
You possess in depth experience in relation to IFRS and ASPE files
You have experience in risk management
You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work
You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills
You have experience in executive consulting or coaching, and business management analysis in a professional services firm

At BDO, we are 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.

Thank you to all applicants that apply. We will contact you if you are selected for a personal interview. No phone calls and/or agencies please. As part of our interview process, you may be subject to background inquiries.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2024. 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 enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.

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.

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 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, 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.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.