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Passionate about numbers from an early age, Maxime Dufour threw himself enthusiastically into the world of accountancy.
His career with the Firm reflects a unique combination of ambition, determination and a deep commitment to his clients.
His father was an accountant. So, naturally Maxime became interested in numbers early on. This is why, on career day in high school, he chose to spend a morning at Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton. He wanted to see what it was like to work for a large firm.
A passion that takes shape
“I thought it was very glamorous at the time,” Maxime recalls with a laugh. “I had seen the agenda of the partner I was with, and what impressed me was the fact that he sometimes had to take clients out for lunch and he also had Happy Hour or golf tournaments for the office… I was well aware of the workload that this job represented!”
That day he caught the accounting bug and he enrolled in accounting at university. When the time came for his first internship, he naturally turned to Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton… and he’s still there! He became a partner last January, after just 13 years with the Firm. “This is what I wanted. I knew it right from the start.”
A fighting attitude
To climb the ladder, you have to show that you have the aptitude and motivation. It doesn’t happen overnight. There were many obstacles along the way, but Maxime decided to work twice as hard to get there. He had a fighting attitude.
His efforts were rewarded, as he was promoted to manager some time after his arrival and has now achieved his goal of becoming a partner. He is living proof that perseverance is a great quality.
The importance of client relations
Maxime places great importance on building strong relationships with his clients. Always attentive, he makes sure he fully understands the challenges they face. Whether it’s with his clients or in-house teams, he prioritizes collaboration for overcoming obstacles and delivering high-quality service.
He takes pride in helping local businesses succeed. He uses his expertise to support organizations at every stage of their development, guiding them towards achieving their goals. For example, he and his team recently helped a client who wanted to acquire a business. “We put her at ease and worked with her every step of the way, right up to the final transaction. Becoming the owner of an SME is a life-changing experience! It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to support people and businesses through this kind of change.”
He is also very generous with his time. For many years, he was an ambassador for the Firm’s Centraide campaign. Furthermore, he plays an active role in recruiting and training young talent within the organization. He knows just how early vocations can emerge!
From Maxime’s stories and experiences, one thing remains constant: his passion for his job. He is a perfect example of how, despite the challenges along the way, determination and perseverance can lead to the fulfilment of your professional aspirations.