BDO Canada LLP

Center of Excellence Supervisor, Insolvency

BDO Canada LLP$75K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in insolvency and tax preparation, including self-employed returns.
  • Thorough knowledge of insolvency laws and tax processes (pre, post, in-bankruptcy).
  • Working knowledge of iFirm is a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Fluent in English for documentation and communication with English-speaking clients.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the Tax team while performing individual client tax work.
  • Distribute and monitor workload across teams for effective completion.
  • Ensure compliance with BIA and BDO standards by coordinating with Team Leaders.
  • Resolve client and creditor issues while maintaining high service standards.
  • Monitor team productivity and individual performance metrics regularly.
  • Coach team members, focusing on their growth and development.
  • Identify and implement strategies to streamline team processes and improve efficiency.

Benefits

  • Engagement in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development and learning.
  • Participation in the adoption of innovative digital tools and strategies.
  • Support from leadership in resolving client issues and enhancing service delivery.
  • Flexibility in working hours to accommodate workload demands.
Full Job Description

Your Opportunity

Our office is looking for a Centre of Excellence Supervisor to join our Personal Debt Solutions team anywhere in Canada.

This is a key role responsible for overseeing the Tax team and actively performing tax work alongside leadership responsibilities. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of insolvency procedures to effectively monitor and guide the team while maintaining responsibility for individual client work and deliverables.

Distribute workload amongst the teams and monitor for completion as assigned.

Co-ordinate with the Team leaders to ensure compliance with the BIA and BDO standards and best practices.

Provide support and resolution of any client and creditor issues.

Communicate expectations to team members.

Monitor the teams27 productivity, ensuring that individual performance metrics are met.

Identify performance issues and liaise with the Team Leaders on a resolution plan.

Monitor and ensure that accurate and high-quality work is being performed.

Coach team members to ensure their growth and develop their expertise.

Identify CRA changes/updates in real time and develop strategies to incorporate changes.

Evaluate team processes and develop plans to increase efficiencies.

Prepare business plans/requests for staffing requirements/overtime/co-op students.

Work with Debt Hub developers on changes to the tax module to increase efficiencies.

How do we define success for your role?

You demonstrate BDOs core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration

You understand your clients industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describes you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work

You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients

You share in an inclusive and 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 and professional development.

Your experience and education

Excellent knowledge and understanding of insolvency rules, laws and procedures,20tax process, including preparation and filing

5 or more years of related experience within the Insolvency field and tax preparation experience, including self employed tax returns. 20Knowledge of bankruptcy specific tax returns (pre, post, in-bankruptcy, provisional) is an asset.

Working knowledge of iFirm is an asset.

Able to prioritize with the flexibility to manage workload demands and multiple tasks as required.

Flexibility on working hours as some evening work may be required.

You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work.

Due to the frequent and complex contact with our English-speaking partners and clients in Quebec and outside of Quebec, and the need to draft documents in English, knowledge of English is essential for this position.

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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