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 an Administrative Assistant [Receptionist] your responsibilities will include:
- Provide reception and front-office support, including greeting visitors, answering and directing incoming calls, coordinating mail and courier services, and maintaining a professional and welcoming environment.
- Provide administrative support to partners, managers, and client service teams.
- Support the preparation, assembly, formatting, and proofreading of client deliverables, including correspondence, reports, financial statements, and tax returns.
- Maintain electronic and paper-based client files in accordance with Firm policies and procedures.
- Complete E-filings and other regulatory submissions as required.
- Coordinate calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and other administrative support activities.
- Coordinate billing activities, including preparing invoices, running reports, and distributing related documentation.
- Support client relationship management activities using D365 and other Firm systems.
- Coordinate meeting logistics, presentations, catering, and other client and internal event requirements.
- Assist with office operations, including office supply management and workplace support activities.
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional client service and administrative support.
- Participate in training and maintain current knowledge of Firm technology, software, and processes.
- Support special projects and other duties as assigned.
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 www.discoveryourpurple.ca
Think you’ve got what it takes to be an Administrative Assistant [Receptionist]? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
- 1–2 years of administrative, office support, or client service experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Strong word processing and document formatting skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat; experience with Visio and other business applications is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, follow direction, and continuously learn new processes and technologies.
- Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also managing responsibilities independently.
- Flexibility to work overtime during peak tax filing seasons, as required.
- Ability and willingness to work from various office locations within the business unit as business needs evolve.
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.
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 $43,500–$61,500 in Vancouver. If the role is available in other locations, the range may differ to reflect local market factors.
This role is required to be onsite, in-office five days each week.
Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?
