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About the Role
Our Toronto office is looking for a Co-op or Intern Student to join the Expatriate Tax team for a 4-month term starting in January 2027. This is a net new role.
Responsibilities
- Apply relevant technical knowledge acquired through tax courses to assignments under the direction of a manager or senior tax team member.
- Complete Canadian and US tax returns, gain exposure to Canadian and US tax files, contribute to compliance projects, and work on other Canadian and US tax assignments or research.
- 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.
- Deal with relative Government agencies on tax issues.
- Effectively communicate internally and externally on various tax matters.
- Assist in the preparation of voluntary disclosures for various non-compliance such as Regulation 102 and non-compliance.
- Assist in the review of share-based compensation plans to determine the taxation of foreign plans for Canadian tax purposes.
- Assist in drafting technical memorandums for clients.
- Prepare Canadian and U.S. personal tax returns, identify potential tax issues on more complex tax returns, and work with Tax Managers, Senior Tax Managers, and Partners on solutions.
- Prepare and review foreign reporting forms (T1135).
- Assist with international payroll such as shadow or split payrolls.
- Conduct exit and entrance interviews with current and potential clients alongside the Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager.
- Assist in the development of client consulting project plans for assigned clients and provide support in the completion of those consulting projects.
- Conduct and present tax research on various expatriate tax issues.
- Build client relationships through communication, client contact, and responding to client requests.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
- Share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent.
- Actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace.
- Grow expertise through learning & professional development.
Skills
- Taxation
- Tax compliance
- Tax research
- Project management
- Client relationship management
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
- Teamwork
- Leadership
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Co-op
- Intern
Education Level
- Degree/Diploma in Accounting
Salary/Compensations
- $54,000 - $64,000
Benefits
- Competitive total cash compensation
- Comprehensive benefits from day one
- Flexible personal time off policy
- Reimbursement for wellness initiatives
- Opportunities for learning and development
- Support for personal goals outside of the office
- Support for community involvement
About the Company
- BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients.
- BDO professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust.
- BDO offers an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on personal and professional growth.
- BDO's people-first approach to talent has earned a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026.
- BDO's people experience is guided by three core pillars: Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next.
- BDO is committed to providing an environment where employees can be successful.
- BDO fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment where ideas are valued.
- BDO encourages innovation and forward thinking.
- BDO is actively involved in communities by supporting local charity initiatives.
- BDO pays for performance with competitive total cash compensation.
- BDO is committed to supporting overall wellbeing.
- BDO is committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers.
- BDO fosters a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging.
- BDO recognizes and celebrates unique experiences, identities, and perspectives.
- BDO's application process is inclusive and accessible.
- BDO's Code of Conduct sets clear standards for conducting business.
- BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity
- Everyone counts: We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.