Senior Accountant - Assurance, China Practice

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 Markham office is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Assurance team in our China Practice. This is a replacement role and in this role, you will leverage your assurance expertise and Mandarin language skills to support Chinese-owned and China-based businesses operating in Canada and expanding globally. Our bilingual professionals help clients navigate complex accounting frameworks and regulatory requirements while bridging cultural and language differences. With a focus on audit and review engagements under ASPE and IFRS, you’ll gain exposure to private enterprises, entrepreneurial clients, and subsidiaries of global organizations, while contributing to their successful cross-border growth.  In this role you will own the following responsibilities:

• Lead and conduct audit and review engagements under ASPE and IFRS, preparing working papers and financial statements in line with firm and regulatory standards. 

• Plan and execute engagements across industries such as consumer business, manufacturing, and technology, coordinating closely with engagement teams. 

• Build trusted client relationships in both Mandarin and English, serving as the key contact throughout the engagement. 

• Supervise and review the work of juniors and intermediates, providing coaching and guidance to ensure high-quality deliverables. 

• Collaborate with Partners on proposals, presentations, and client pitches to support China Practice growth. 

• Communicate proactively with teams to ensure efficient, high-quality service delivery. 

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. 

Why join us?

• Work with a collaborative team focused on growth in the China Practice and the Canadian market.
• Build meaningful client relationships and complex engagements with real business impact.
• Strong path to expanded responsibility and career progression.

What makes BDO different?

• Mid-market focus, real client access: Work directly with decision-makers (owners, CFOs, and boards) helping shape engagement strategy, deliver practical advice, and identify growth opportunities.
• Global reach for cross-border needs: Access to international resources and cross-border support for clients operating across Canada and overseas.
• Lower partner-to-staff ratio: Work closely with Partners and Mangers —faster decisions, stronger engagement support, and more coaching.

Your experience and education 

• You have completed your CPA designation (or international equivalent, CPA Ontario-eligible). 

• You bring minimum 3 years of external audit/assurance experience in public accounting, with strong knowledge of ASPE and IFRS. 

• You have experience in executing engagements from planning through completion, supervising staff, and reviewing deliverables. 

• You are fluent in Mandarin and English (verbal and written). 

• You demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, and value inclusivity, teamwork, and delivering high-quality work. 

The expected range of compensation for this role is: $ 62,000 to $ 96,000

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.

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