Coordinator, Resource Management

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

BDO is seeking a Resource Management Coordinator to join our Advisory Resource Management team. You will play a pivotal role in the operational efficiency of the organization, focusing on the strategic allocation of resources to maximize productivity and meet project demands. This role involves meticulous planning, coordination, and relationship-building to ensure optimal staffing for projects, while also providing opportunities for professional development within the team. To be successful in this position, we're looking for you to:

• Utilize resource management software and tools to schedule, manage and track resources, focusing on workforce planning and the resolution of scheduling conflicts.

• Collaborate with stakeholders across service lines and regions to understand resource requirements and constraints.

• Responsible for bench management, managing utilization targets and ensuring resources are optimally allocated to fulfil client engagements.

• Support the Resource Manager with ad hoc tasks and provide suggestions in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and guidelines related to resource management to ensure compliance and consistency across the organization.

• Gain understanding of skills, experiences and preferences to align personnel with client engagements that offer both client satisfaction and employee growth opportunities.

• Proactively communicate and facilitate regular meetings to build strong relationships with Managers, Senior managers and Partners to understand their priorities and adapt to ongoing changes.

• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within the resource management system.

• Liaise with external offices to procure specialized resources as needed.

• Deliver robust reporting on staff utilization, utilizing our internal database and advanced Microsoft Excel techniques, while ensuring data accuracy and integrity

• Train staff on new processes and procedures and foster cross-departmental workflow integration.

• Be able to multitask and set priorities to meet tight deadlines

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, HR, Finance OR equivalent relevant experience.

• At least 2-3years of experience in resource management, inventory control, procurement or related roles.

• Experience in coordinating the allocation of resources within a complex organizational structure, preferably in similar industry or sector.

• Highly organized, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in resource management tools and software.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable, with strong time management and negotiation skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to proactively identify potential problems and develop solutions to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement.

• Advanced knowledge of industry regulations.

• Ability to build strong relationships and handle interpersonal dynamics.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• 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.

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 flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. 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.

Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above