Administrative Assistant, Cross Border Personal Tax

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job Description


Who we are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyonexe2x80x99s friendly and helps each other out? Thatxe2x80x99s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here wexe2x80x99re all professionals and there isnxe2x80x99t a mayor or a general store. What wexe2x80x99re trying to say is that wexe2x80x99re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. Thatxe2x80x99s whatxe2x80x99s most important to us. Wexe2x80x99re building a thriving organization thatxe2x80x99s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.
As a Administrative Assistant your responsibilities will include:
Administrative Support:

  • Managing electronic and paper-based client files
  • Preparing documents including correspondence, reports and presentations
  • Participating in development of internal systems and processes
  • Planning of Specialty Tax Service Line events
  • Preparing for client meetings
  • Overseeing calendars
  • Managing expense reports
  • Using STAR practice management applications to ensure proper record keeping
  • Maintaining client database (CaseWare)
  • Drafting client invoices
  • Using OneView application to track and report on client relationship management initiatives
  • Other duties as assigned
Client Relations:
  • Identifying cross-service line opportunities
  • Creating plan with Partner to identify and action new client opportunities
  • Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations
  • Suggesting solutions and innovative ideas to meet client needs
  • Collaborating with internal teams to address customersxe2x80x99 needs
Doane Grant Thornton
If youxe2x80x99re a bit like us, youxe2x80x99re 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 xe2x80x9cwe before mexe2x80x9d, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, youxe2x80x99ll 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 thatxe2x80x99s when the magic happens!
Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleaguesxe2x80x99 stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca
Think youxe2x80x99ve got what it takes to be an Administrative Assistant? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes wexe2x80x99re also hoping you can tick:
  • Proven work experience in project management
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
  • Advanced working knowledge of MS Suite, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, social media, etc.
  • A customer-oriented attitude
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an aptitude for building strong client relationships
  • Strong negotiation skills with a problem-solving attitude
  • Innovative thinking, sound judgment, and adaptable to service needs
  • Proven experience in providing exceptional client service
  • Takes initiative and direction and is a self-directed learner
  • Ability to multi-task and meet multiple and/or unexpected deadlines in a demanding environment
  • Demonstrates sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
  • Available to work overtime during peak tax filing seasons, particularly March, April and June
At Doane Grant Thornton wexe2x80x99re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. Thatxe2x80x99s 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. Thatxe2x80x99s why wexe2x80x99re 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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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2435665
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Education
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