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
As an IS/IT Auditor in our Technology Risk Assurance Group you will report to our Audit & Assurance Practice out of the Montreal office. The successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:
Perform assessments of IT General Controls for purposes of financial statement audits and prepare appropriate working papers, including gathering information around understanding the client’s IT environment and requesting data to support these activities.
Collaborate with Managers to scope, budget, and ultimately review files prepared by junior IS/IT auditors.
Review, document, evaluate, and test business processes and internal controls for design and operational effectiveness in a wide range of environments and industries.
Develop client deliverables, including risk assessments, analyses, recommendations, and reporting documentation.
Provide clients advice regarding recommendations for improvement.
Collaborate with engagement teams to establish timelines and ensure high quality client service.
Assist Managers with business development proposals on existing/new clients.
Maintain a proactive and logical approach to information gathering and present complex ideas through clear communications.
Build positive working relationships with clients and identify improvements for future assignments.
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
You have at least 2 years of professional experience in external audit, risk advisory, consulting or internal audit.
Bilingual in English and French 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.
- You have completed a university degree, certificate, or diploma program in accounting, business or commerce with a focus on technology.
Experience in IT security, cybersecurity or network operations would be considered an asset.
Completed all the pre-requisite courses for the CPA program and working towards or planning to work towards CPA Canada’s Chartered Professional Accountant designation; and/or
Working towards or planning to work towards ISACA’s Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation
You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork
You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills
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.
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.
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 flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. 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.
BDO Canada 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 Canada personnel.
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Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.
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