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 Salmon Arm office is seeking a service-minded Administrative Professional to join our administrative services team, supporting the Financial Reporting & Insights service line. In this role, you will support Partners, Senior Managers and professional staff by helping coordinate client deliverables, managing day-to-day administrative processes and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.

This is a collaborative role suited to someone who enjoys keeping details organized, supporting a busy team and providing dependable service to both internal and external clients. Training will be provided on firm-specific systems and processes. The successful candidate will own the following job responsibilities:

• Prepare, format, and finalize client documents and correspondence, ensuring they are accurate, complete and professionally presented.
• Review documents for quality, including proofreading, checking calculations, and cross-referencing information before materials are issued to clients.
• Convert and organize documents for electronic and hard-copy delivery, including PDF preparation and file assembly.
• Coordinate client deliverables and help ensure documents are completed, approved, signed, and delivered by required deadlines.
• Provide administrative support to Partners, Senior Managers and professional staff, including booking meetings, coordinating follow-ups, and helping manage competing priorities.
• Support billing and accounts receivable processes by preparing information, tracking items, and following up as needed.
• Assist with the preparation, processing and electronic filing of tax, government, and other regulatory documents.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic and paper files, including document filing, file close-out, and archiving.
• Follow up with clients and staff on outstanding approvals, signatures, documentation, and other required actions.
• Handle confidential and sensitive client and business information with discretion.
• Provide coverage and support for other administrative team members during vacations, illness, busy periods, and other absences.
• Assist with reception coverage and file room processes as required.
• Take on other administrative tasks and routine follow-up to help the team operate efficiently.

How do we define success for your role? 

• Strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Careful attention to detail and pride in producing accurate, polished work.
• Clear, professional communication skills and a helpful, team-oriented approach.
• Comfort working with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PDF documents; experience with accounting, tax or document management software is an asset.
• The ability to work independently while knowing when to ask questions or seek direction.
• Sound judgment when handling confidential information.
• Previous administrative, professional services or office experience is an asset, but we welcome applicants with transferable skills and a willingness to learn.

Your experience and education

• You have at least 1 - 3 years of administration experience
• You have an Office Administration diploma (or related)
• You have thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a proficiency to learn new software
• You can prioritize your workload and have the flexibility to manage multiple tasks
• You offer good judgment and analytical skills with a focus on attention to detail
• You can work in a deadline-driven work environment and deal with confidential information
• You have strong problem solving and communication skills both written and oral
• You value teamwork, client service and quality in detailed work

Pay Range: $39k - $64k annually

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. 

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

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.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
• We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

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 comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy.  We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

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.

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.

BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel.

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