Senior Associate, Transactions [Valuations]

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 about 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.

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 about 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 a Senior Associate, Valuations your responsibilities will include:

• Building detailed valuation and financial models including sensitivity analysis



• Drafting valuation reports for the purposes of shareholder transactions, corporate reorganizations, income tax planning, and financial reporting



• Analyzing financial statements and other financial information



• Undertaking qualitative and quantitative analyses to develop and validate solutions



• Conducting industry and market research



• Researching public companies to develop peer group valuations



• Performing comparable transaction analysis



• Corresponding with client either directly or through written communication



• Attending and participating in meetings with clients and their advisors to understand and analyze their business



• Collaborating with service lines within Doane Grant Thornton in the execution of valuation mandates (e.g. Tax, Assurance)



• Assist in litigation matters including the performance of financial analysis and preparation of expert valuation or damage quantification reports in connection with shareholder disputes, post-acquisition disputes, breach of contract and breach of fiduciary duties



• Involvement in the development of best practices within the group and administrative duties



• Active participation in the development and growth of our Valuations and Litigation service offering

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

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Senior Associate, Valuations? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:

• A CPA designation, or close to achieving the required hours to attain the CPA designation



• Actively pursuing or willing to pursue the CBV designation



• Proven track record high level performance



• Strong financial analysis skills and understanding of financial statements as well as solid financial modelling capabilities



• Strong business writing and communication skills



• Detail oriented and ability to juggle multiple assignments and projects simultaneously



• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and adapt to a dynamic environment



• Strong problem-solving skills



• Willingness to work through peak periods, as required



• A strong desire to help clients succeed in all aspects of their operations



• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, seeing a project from start to finish



• The ability to talk to and meet with people at various levels throughout an organization from a client service and business development perspective



• Enthusiasm for helping the valuation and litigation support practice grow

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!

At Doane Grant Thornton, we believe compensation should reflect more than just market data—it should reflect you . We’re serious about compensation. We benchmark regularly across a wide spectrum of roles, industries, sectors, and levels to ensure our ranges are both competitive and current. But we don’t stop there. We also consider the unique strengths, experiences, and impact each individual brings to the table. Our salary ranges are reviewed annually, and where you land within the range depends on a mix of factors— your background, your skills, and how your contributions align with internal equity. To help start the conversation, the current salary range for this role is $70,100–$96,450 in Toronto. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.

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?

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 and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.