BDO Canada LLP

Auditor/Consultant & Senior Consultant, Third-Party Assurance

BDO Canada LLP$68K — $104K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Planning to pursue CPA Canada’s Chartered Professional Accountant designation required.
  • Working towards or planning to work towards ISACA’s CISA designation is an asset.
  • 0-2 years of experience for Auditor/Consultant or 2-5 years for Senior Consultant in related fields.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, IT Security, Cyber Security, or related field needed.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills essential.
  • Fluency in French is a plus for client interactions in Quebec.

Responsibilities

  • Support third-party assurance engagements like SOC 1, SOC 2, and ISO frameworks.
  • Evaluate IT security controls and vendor management programs effectively.
  • Prepare clear reports aligning with client and engagement objectives.
  • Offer practical recommendations for control improvements and compliance.
  • Coordinate with team members to establish timelines and deliver quality service.
  • Proactively gather information and resolve issues during engagements.
  • Build client relationships and identify areas for improving future projects.
  • Promote digital tools and automation to enhance engagement efficiency.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for flexible work arrangements between office, client site, and virtual work.
  • Support for ongoing learning and professional development.
  • Engagement in an inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
  • Strong ethical standards through a defined Code of Conduct.
  • Access to a blend of resources including AI tools for recruitment support.
Full Job Description

Your Opportunity

Our National Risk Advisory Services practice is seeking an Auditor/Consultant & Senior Consultant, Third-Party Assurance to support our growing client portfolio. This is a replacement role that requires strong communication skills and the ability to engage with technical teams and non-technical stakeholders with clarity, professionalism, and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

As an Auditor/Consultant & Senior Consultant, you will:

  • Support the execution of third-party assurance engagements, including SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, NIST, and other security and compliance frameworks.
  • Assist in evaluating IT security controls, governance frameworks, business processes, and third-party/vendor management programs.
  • Prepare clear, structured reports and client deliverables, ensuring alignment with engagement objectives and client expectations.
  • Provide practical recommendations to clients to support control improvements and overall compliance readiness.
  • Collaborate with engagement teams to establish timelines, coordinate information requests, and ensure high-quality client service.
  • Maintain a proactive and logical approach to information gathering, documentation, and issue resolution.
  • Communicate complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Build positive working relationships with clients and identify opportunities to improve future assignments.
  • Contribute to the adoption of digital tools and automation to improve efficiency and consistency across engagements.

How do we define success for your role?

  • You demonstrate BDO’s core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.
  • You understand your clients’ industries, challenges, and opportunities, and clients describe you as a positive professional who delivers high-quality work.
  • You identify, recommend, and focus on effective service delivery for your clients.
  • You contribute to an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent.
  • You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to support an innovative workplace.
  • You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

  • Working towards or planning to work towards CPA Canada’s Chartered Professional Accountant designation is required.
  • Working towards or planning to work towards ISACA’s Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation is considered an asset.
  • You have 0-2 (Auditor/Consultant) or 2-5 years (Sr. Auditor/Consultant) of professional experience in third-party assurance, risk advisory, consulting, internal audit, external audit, IT audit, or a related field.
  • You have completed a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, IT Security, Cyber Security, or a related field.
  • You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork.
  • You display strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Fluency in French is an asset due to frequent communications and interactions by email and phone with English-speaking clients in Quebec and outside of Quebec. Proficiency in spoken and written English is required for this position.

The expected range of compensation for this role is $68,000-$104,000 annually.

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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About BDO Canada LLP

BDO Canada LLP is a leading accounting and advisory firm that provides a wide range of services to clients across Canada. The firm offers audit and assurance, tax, advisory, and consulting services to clients in various industries, including manufacturing, retail, real estate, and technology. BDO Canada LLP is part of the global BDO network, which operates in over 160 countries and employs over 80,000 people. The firm is committed to providing exceptional client service and helping clients achieve their business objectives.
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