About the Role
This is a net new role for Co-op or Intern Students to join the International Tax team for a 4-month opportunity starting in May 2027. Responsibilities include applying technical knowledge to assignments, completing personal tax returns, contributing to compliance projects, and developing project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Apply relevant technical knowledge acquired through tax courses to assignments under the direction of a manager or senior tax team member.
- Complete personal tax returns, contribute to compliance projects, and work on other assigned tax assignments following standardized BDO procedures.
- Develop project management skills by providing senior tax team members with timelines and status updates, monitoring individual time spent on each file, and reporting concerns that might impact these items.
- Build client relationships through communication, client contact, and responding to client requests.
Requirements
- Demonstrate BDO's core values: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration.
- Understand client's industry, challenges, and opportunities.
- Identify, recommend, and focus on effective service delivery to clients.
- Participate in an inclusive and engaging work environment.
- Actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies.
- Grow expertise through learning and professional development.
- Currently working towards a degree/diploma focused in accounting.
- Desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork.
- Proven leadership skills and ability to take initiative to seek understanding.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Skills
- Project management
- Client relationship building
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Co-op
- Intern
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Student
Education Level
- Degree/Diploma focused in accounting
Salary/Compensations
- $54,000 - $64,000 annually
Benefits
- Competitive total cash compensation
- Comprehensive benefits from day one
- Flexible personal time off policy
- Reimbursement for wellness initiatives
About the Company
- BDO is a firm built on positive relationships with people and clients, providing exceptional service and trusted advice.
- Offers an award-winning, people-first environment that prioritizes personal and professional growth.
- Recognized among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026.
- People experience is guided by three core pillars: Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next.
- Committed to providing an environment for success through engagement, learning and development, support for personal goals, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
- Encourages innovation and forward thinking.
- Actively involved in communities by supporting local charity initiatives and offering opportunities to contribute.
- Uses AI-enabled tools to support recruitment, but human decision-making remains central.
Equal Opportunity
- Committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully, and succeed without barriers.
- Dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging.
- Recognizes and celebrates unique experiences, identities, and perspectives.
- Ensures the application process is inclusive and accessible.
- Provides accommodation for the application process if required.
