Who we are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.

As an Associate, Restructuring your responsibilities will include:
•    Liaise with stakeholders to administer insolvency proceedings in accordance with the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act 
•    Processing official documentation in a timely manner with the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy
•    Completing legal forms for the commencement of insolvency proceedings
•    Work with team members to resolve issues on engagements
•    Provide client service/support when required
•    Resolving technical issues and seeking assistance from Managers and Trustees for complex issues
•    Demonstrating flexibility to the demands of debtors, creditors and Managers/Trustees
•    Administering CRA accounts for debtors
•    Assist file management and file destruction process
•    Preparing and editing reports, proposals, marketing materials, and other communications (strong proofing and formatting skills are essential)
•    Managing contacts and prospects in Customer Relationship Management tool
•    Supporting the client services staff including partners, principals and managers to produce high quality client deliverables
•    Preparing letters, proposals, reports and client billings using firm templates and in compliance with firm standards
•    Preparing and submitting time and expense reports
•    Courier, mail, scanning, electronic filing and database management
•    Participating in training to stay current with Doane GT software and procedures
•    Scheduling and coordinating meetings and/or appointments
•    Filing, arranging for couriers, ordering supplies, photocopying, collating, mailing, and faxing 
•    Other duties as required

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If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!

Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca
 
Think you’ve got what it takes to be an Associate, Restructuring? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
•    Post-secondary (or some post-secondary) education, preferably in business or accounting
•    1-2 years of experience in a business setting, preferably public practice
•    Obtained (or willingness to enroll in and complete) the Insolvency Administrator program through CAIRP
•    Excellent word processing skills with high attention to accuracy and detail. Must have an aptitude for proofreading and suggesting alternatives
•    Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook & Excel
•    Organized, detail oriented, and works well under pressure
•    Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
•    Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn on the job
•    Flexible and comfortable in a fast-changing environment
•    Works well in a team environment
•    Excellent verbal and written English communication skills; confident contacting clients
•    Self-motivated
 

At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.

What's in it for you?

Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge-like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!

Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.
 
Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?

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