Job Description

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.

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.

As an Administrative Assistant, Business Support Operations your responsibilities will include:

Providing administrative support to the team, including managing team inboxes Responding to inquiries from colleagues and clients in a timely manner with a high degree of professionalism Supporting data maintenance and integrity by accurately inputting and updating information in various systems Performing data validations to identify and rectify discrepancies Assisting with extracting, compiling and summarizing data in a meaningful way Collaborating with and assisting other Business Support teams as required Participating in projects by handling various administrative tasks

Doane Grant Thornton

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 Administrative Assistant, Business Support Operations? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we're also hoping you can tick:

Completed post-secondary education (university degree and/or college diploma) 1+ years in an administrative role is considered an asset Intermediate level computer skills - Excel, Word and Outlook Experience with databases (MS D365) is considered an asset Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels within the organization Organized, eye for detail, quick study, curious, proud of work quality and high level of accuracy Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively Adaptable to changing priorities Willingness to roll up your sleeves whenever the need arises
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!

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?

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Doane Grant Thornton is committed to employment equity, human rights and respectful workplace principles throughout the life cycle of employment, including at the recruitment and hiring stages. We welcome applications from members of all equity deserving groups, including persons with disabilities, women, racialized and/or Indigenous applicants. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing careers@doane.gt.ca and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.