Specialist, Corporate Projects

BDO Canada is looking for a Corporate Projects Specialist to join BSO’s national Automotive Dealership practice. Based in our Calgary office, this full-time role plays a critical part in coordinating national priorities, driving growth strategies, and ensuring the seamless execution of client-facing and internal initiatives.  

You will coordinate client projects and national practice initiatives, manage partner and stakeholder communications and support proposal and pipeline execution across a network of 20+ partners. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting senior leaders while contributing to national initiatives. You’ll provide a mix of project coordination, client support, executive support and ad-hoc assistance – helping ensure things run smoothly across the team. 

Key Responsibilities: 

National Practice Support 

• Support day-to-day operations of National Automotive group, assisting with workflows, internal coordination of meetings, preparation of monthly reporting data reporting, planning events, and task follow-ups. 

• Support in coordinating activities related to National Automotive initiatives, business development efforts, and leadership priorities by tracking tasks, maintaining action logs, and managing light project documentation. 

• Prepare agendas, take meeting minutes, and follow up on action items for internal meetings. 

• Assist with drafting and formatting presentations, reports and communications 

• Monitor and update tracking tools (e.g. CRM systems, spreadsheet trackers, project trackers, etc.) to support internal reporting and team visibility. 

• Stay adaptable and responsive to evolving team needs, contributing wherever needed to help meet goals and timelines. 

• Provide direct executive-level support to National Automotive Dealership practice leadership, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, travel coordination, and preparation of briefing materials. 

• Develop awareness of the automotive retail industry to tailor support and client engagement. 

Client Engagement Support 

• Act as a primary contact for clients on project matters, ensuring effective communication, timely updates, and a seamless experience throughout each engagement. 

• Oversee and manage the lifecycle of client-related projects from initiation through completion, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables. 

• Collaborate with other departments/teams in the firm to provide tailored support to clients, ensuring high standards of service quality, accuracy, and responsiveness. 

• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and track key milestones to keep all stakeholders informed on progress. 

• Address client queries and project challenges proactively, working closely with accounting professionals to resolve issues quickly and effectively. 

• Support the BSO team in identifying and mitigating potential risks within client engagements, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. 

How do we define success for your role? 

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration 

• You understand your clients' 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, and 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 bring 3+ years of experience in administrative support, executive coordination, or operations roles – ideally in a professional services or fast-paced corporate environment. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage client relationships and convey information effectively. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities. 

• Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative and problem-solving skills. 

• You embrace digital enablement and leverage AI tools to improve operational efficiency. 

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Workday.  

• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail. 

• Understanding of accounting services is a strong asset. 

• You have completed post-secondary education or training in business administration, accounting, project management or a related field, or possess equivalent experience. Relevant education or credentials are considered an asset.