BDO Hiring For Receptionist at Thunder Bay, ON Full Time

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, we rely on our professionals to provide exceptional service, and help our clients by providing advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your opportunity:

Our Thunder Bay office is looking for a Receptionist to join the Internal Administration team and own the following responsibilities:

• Attending to all customer inquiries, whether by phone or walk-in, in a timely and professional manner
• Receiving and routing calls, providing directory assistance and directing inquiries to proper departments or individuals
• Maintaining the front desk and reception area in an organized and professional manner
• Booking meeting and training rooms as requested
• Providing administrative support where needed to team such as letter preparation, invoicing, etc.
• Assist in all Covid related protocol and procedures.
• Assisting in set up of meeting rooms for training and various events
• Drafting of Facilities Communications i.e. Fire Testing Alarms, general building maintenance
• Ensure reception is opened/closed appropriately, ensure security requirements set each night and holidays
• Input database and processes I.e.: budget, invoices
• Various other duties as required

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 the ability to clearly and confidently communicate with others
• You have strong Microsoft Office skills for data entry and analysis
• You have at least 2+ years’ experience in a fast paced, customer driven environment, and have had experience in completing tasks simultaneously
• Office Administration diploma or similar education would be considered an asset
• You have a cheerful outlook and a high energy personality
• You are well organized and have an eye for detail
• You are self-motivated to work independently and are a good team player
• If you have training and/or experience in office administration tasks would be considered an asset

Why BDO?

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with the firm’s strategic plan, and be a key contributor to the success and growth of the firm.
• We help you be the best professional you can be in our services, industries and markets.
• Achieve your personal goals outside of the office and make an impact on your community.

Giving back, it 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 Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, 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.

As a hybrid workplace, all BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client and remotely unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. To protect the health and safety of our people, clients and communities, we require all partners and employees to be COVID-19 fully vaccinated in order to enter a BDO office. Individuals that cannot be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved vaccine due to medical reasons or another protected ground under Human Rights legislation may request an accommodation.

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.
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