BDO Canada LLP

Senior Associate, M&A and Capital Markets

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field with CPA, CFA, or CBV designation.
  • 3-4 years of experience in audit, valuation, corporate finance, or M&A advisory.
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure.
  • Above average proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong analytical skills and business acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Support business development initiatives such as pitches and proposals.
  • Prepare financial models including forecasts, DCFs, and LBOs.
  • Conduct in-depth financial analyses on companies, focusing on earnings sustainability and cash flows.
  • Compile lists of potential acquisition targets, buyers, and investors while conducting market research.
  • Communicate with transaction counterparties including clients, targets, and advisors.
  • Assist in drafting professional transaction documents such as teasers and information memorandums.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment that supports talent development.
  • Focus on professional growth through learning and development opportunities.
  • Engagement with digital tools and innovation strategies.
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact transactions that shape client outcomes.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Associate, M&A and Capital Markets to join our Advisory team. This is a replacement role and an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your work will directly support high-impact transactions and client outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Support various business development initiatives including pitches and proposals.
  • Prepare financial models including forecasts, DCFs, LBO's/MBO's, and preliminary company Perform various in-depth financial analyses on companies including analyzing and understanding the sustainability of earnings and cash flows, operating working capital requirements and key drivers of financial performance.
  • Prepare lists of potential acquisition targets, buyers and/or investors and perform market, industry and company research.
  • Communicate directly with various transaction counterparties including the client, target, potential buyers, other advisors and lenders.
  • Assist in the preparation of professional transaction documents such as teasers and confidential information memorandums


How do we define success for your role?
  • You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
  • You understand your client's industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe 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
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting and/or related major with a CPA, CFA or CBV designation.
  • 3 to 4 years of audit, valuation, corporate finance or M&A advisory experience
  • Motivated, detail-oriented, autonomous, rigorous and able to work under pressure
  • Above average proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Strong business acumen, analytical skills and attention to detail
  • The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel, when necessary


The expected range of compensation for this role is $68,000 - $104,000/year

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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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