Coordinator, CPA Program

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

Reporting to the National Manager, CPA Student Programs, the Coordinator, CPA Program provides day-to-day administrative and operational support to CPA students across the firm. This role helps ensure smooth processes for practical experience reporting, education tracking, and CFE preparation activities. In addition, will support the transition to the New CPA Professional Program.

You will support the overall administration of 170+ Pre-Approved Programs (PPRs) and assist with delivering a positive, organized experience for CPA students, mentors, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the CPA Student Programs team, including responding to student questions through shared inboxes and AssistMe tickets.
• Assist CPA students and mentors with basic guidance related to practical experience reporting (PERT) and onboarding activities.
• Perform routine PERT administration such as enrollments, data checks, updating employment information, and maintaining accurate records.
• Support the annual CPA Program Monitoring process by coordinating documentation, tracking requirements, and assisting with compliance activities across all programs.
• Maintain tracking of CPA PEP candidates and help consolidate module exam results on a quarterly basis.
• Assist with CFE Prep logistics, including coordinating Densmore enrollments, scheduling information sessions, managing skill-drill/event communications, organizing CFE Coach pairings, and supporting case review administration.
• Assist with information gathering and validating firmwide CFE results for distribution on CFE Results Days in August and November/December.
• Coordinate internal communication and follow-ups with local offices and cross-functional stakeholders as required.
• Provide general administrative coordination for meetings, reporting, and ongoing program operations.
• Facilitating CPA student orientation and regular information sessions for both co-op and full-time employees

How We Define Success

• You model BDO’s core values - Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration - in your daily work.
• You provide helpful, timely, and professional support to students and colleagues.
• You contribute to efficient, accurate program administration and positive student experiences.
• You engage in an inclusive, collaborative team environment and remain open to learning.
• You adopt and use digital tools to streamline work and improve processes.
• You actively develop your skills through on-the-job learning and professional development opportunities.
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Your Experience & Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business administration, office administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Client-service mindset with the ability to work with employees at all levels.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with PERT or CPA programs is an asset.
• Experienced working with data, spreadsheets, and a variety of digital tools to support reporting and tracking.

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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