Business Development Representative Bilingual French English

🇨🇦 Canada - Remote
💼 Sales🟢 Entry Level

Job description

Who we are, what we do and why:

Dext is a fast-growing fintech transforming bookkeeping through AI and machine learning. Founded in London, we now operate across Europe, North America, and APAC, with a presence in six countries and over 400 employees worldwide. Our platform empowers accountants, bookkeepers, and businesses to simplify accounting processes and make smarter, more timely financial decisions.

In 2024, Dext joined the IRIS Software Group, further strengthening our ability to deliver end-to-end accountancy solutions. We’ve achieved 99.5% data accuracy, saved over 35 million hours of manual data entry, and are trusted by 12,000 firms and 700,000 businesses globally. With integrations across major accounting software and over 11,500 financial sources, we’re proud to be at the forefront of innovation in the accounting space.

We’re looking for a driven, results-oriented BDR to fuel our continued outbound growth in Canada, & US, playing a critical role in deepening our reach in the Quebec market and driving new business across North America. In this role, you’ll own the early sales cycle, create strong first impressions, and turn prospects into long-term partners. 🚀

The role - what you’ll do:

  • Be the first voice of Dext: setting the tone for lasting client relationships.
  • Convert high-quality leads from Marketing & Sales Ops into opportunities.
  • Run consultative calls, engaging demos, and impactful webinars.
  • Nurture prospects through the funnel and boost conversion rates.
  • Build relationships with decision-makers, ensuring a seamless buying journey.

Deliver a world-class customer experience that drives adoption and loyalty.

About you - what we are looking for:

You’re a bilingual (French & English) communicator with the drive to succeed in a fast-paced fintech. You thrive on feedback, love learning, and are ready to put new skills into action every day.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

  • Bilingual fluency in both French and English to effectively support the Quebec Market as well as the rest of North America.
  • Proven success in B2B sales, especially over the phone.
  • A consultative, persistent approach with excellent written & verbal communication.
  • Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and partners at all levels.
  • Resilient: You handle objections and rejection with confidence.
  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to grow your sales career.
  • (Bonus) Knowledge or experience in the accounting / bookkeeping industry.

Above are our ideal requirements, but we hire based on potential, not just on experience, and we know that some people are less likely to apply for a role if they don’t meet 100% of the criteria. At Dext we are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive and empowering culture, so please apply if you meet the majority of these competencies. You can read more about our Diversity and Inclusion commitments.

What you will be part of:

We are a highly ambitious, innovative, market-leading FinTech. We are uncompromising in our desire to achieve our best, day-in day-out, and we have three clear values which guide everything we do:

Be Brave - Everyone in the company has a voice to challenge ideas and the status quo.

Be Exceptional - We set high standards for ourselves. We aim to be exceptional at what we do.

Be Together - We are one team. There is no such thing as individual success without team success.

What we will give you - the perks:

  • Competitive salary.

  • Flexible working hours with remote and in-office options in the heart of downtown Toronto.

  • An extensive work-from-home office equipment setup

  • Several Time Away from Work (TAFW) policies, including but not limited to:

    • 22 vacation days annually plus Ontario’s statutory holidays
    • 5 Health leave days annually
    • Paternity & Maternity Leave Top-up programs
    • Working abroad days, Volunteering days, summer hours and a day off the week of your birthday!
  • Up to 5% company pension/RRSP matching.

  • 100% employer-covered benefits through Canada Life (medical, dental, & vision) - available on your first day.

  • A Health & Wellness Spending account (myHSA) of $750 annually.

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