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 related field with CPA, CFA, or CBV designation.
  • 3 to 4 years of experience in audit, valuation, corporate finance, or M&A advisory.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Strong analytical skills and business acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Support business development initiatives including pitches and proposals.
  • Prepare financial models such as forecasts, DCFs, and LBOs/MBOs.
  • Conduct in-depth financial analyses focusing on sustainability of earnings and cash flows.
  • Identify and research potential acquisition targets, buyers, and investors.
  • Communicate with transaction counterparties like clients, targets, and lenders.
  • Assist in drafting professional transaction documents like teasers and confidential info memorandums.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements including onsite, client site, and virtual options.
  • Opportunities for growth through learning and professional development.
  • A culture emphasizing integrity, respect, and collaboration.
  • An inclusive work environment focused on talent retention and attraction.
  • Use of digital tools to enhance workplace innovation.
Full Job Description
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

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.

Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click "Apply now" to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our careers page

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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