Consultant, Forensic Dispute & Investigations – September 2023

Our Toronto office is looking for a Consultant to join the Forensic Disputes & Investigations (“FDI”) team and own the following responsibilities: – Be an integral part of our dedicated, high-performing national team providing investigative, litigation support and insurance advisory services – Support relationships with BDO’s current and prospective clients – Actively participate in discussions and meetings with engagement teams to plan and perform tasks and provide client service excellence – Together with the engagement team, execute on FDI engagements, such as: – Forensic: Investigating fraud, corruption / money-laundering, and misappropriation of assets – Commercial insurance claims: Economic analysis of business interruption, product loss, and cyber claims – Litigation Support: Accounting analysis related to shareholder disputes, breach of contracts, commercial and intellectual property, construction disruption, construction delay claims, and accounting and financial reporting disputes – Examine financial records and documentation, analyze financial data, construct financial models and summarize observations – Conduct economic and industry research – Contribute to the preparation of financial and loss quantification models used by the team to conduct and support forensic analysis – Assist in drafting reports and presentations to clients – Develop relationships with peers within BDO and externally with current and prospective clients – Assist in business development opportunities and the creation of marketing materials How do we define success for your role? – You demonstrate BDO’s core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration – You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work – You identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients – You share in an inclusive & 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 & professional development. Your experience and education – A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or other related fields – Completed (or enrolled) in a professional accountancy certification program (CPA) – You have a desire to provide outstanding client service – You have the ability to work independently but are also able to effectively contribute to a team environment – You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills – You have excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas effectively in both oral and written format – You have the ability to prioritize competing deliverables with varying deadlines – You have proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint – You have experience or a strong interest in learning and utilizing data analytics tools. Any expertise in advanced data analysis, including working with tools such as PowerBI and Tableau, would be considered an asset – Public accounting experience is considered an asset Why BDO? Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2022. 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. 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. 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’re 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 without barriers. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion, Equity and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, equity, 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 and remotely unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Ready to make your mark at BDO? We require all students to apply directly online to our BDO Career website. Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date application to one of our Campus Recruitment Specialists. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and transcripts in ONE PDF document into the ‘Resume’ application field. To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out ourcareers page.