Bilingual Receptionist (Part-Time Contract)

Putting people first, every day

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

Your Opportunity

Our Ottawa-Kent Street office is looking for a part-time (25 hours per week / Monday to Friday from 8am to 1pm with flexibility to stay later if required ) bilingual Receptionist to join the Internal Administration team. This is a temporary replacement role from September 2026 to September 2027 where the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:

• Welcome visitors, route calls and direct inquires to proper department or individuals in a timely and professional manner
• Manage mail and courier requirements for delivery and pickup, including maintenance of reports for tracking purposes
• Ensure reception area is opened/closed appropriately including setting security requirements each night and over holidays
• Booking boardrooms, coordinating catering requirements, setting up and cleaning meeting rooms
• Receive and process payments including cheque deposits and credit card payments
• Draft and distribute facilities communications
• Manage the security system, building maintenance requests, office equipment and supplies
• Maintain the front desk, reception area, meeting rooms and kitchen s in an organized and professional manner
• Provide phone coverage for additional offices and local support for the administration team
• Various other duties as required

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 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
• Bilingual (English and French)
• 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 are well organized and have an eye for detail
• You are self-motivated to work independently and are a good team player

The compensation range for this role is $34,000 to $56,000 annually.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026 . This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars— Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back 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 comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us .

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel.

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