About this role
Summer 2027 Internship - Clerk, Accounting (Ottawa)
We are hiring a full-time Clerk, Accounting intern beginning in May through August 2027. Our internship program is designed to help you grow, with access to training resources, interesting projects, and networking sessions that support your development and help you discover your full potential.
What you'll do
- Process AP, AR, vendor requisitions and/or cash management transactions.
- Create and maintain vendors and customers master data records.
- Follow -up on outstanding transactions, prepare payment requests and journal vouchers, record receipts and collect AR.
- Verify transactions submitted for processing such as approvals, coding and supporting documentation for compliance with applicable policies and guidelines.
- Support internal and external clients in understanding and adhering to requirements.
- Analyze and review financial reports, clarify, and explain financial implications and issues.
- Issue updated reports for external and internal clients for distribution and publication when applicable.
- Participate in system and process improvements.
What you should have:
- Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a College or University degree in a related discipline such as accounting, finance, or business administration.
- A previous experience in accounting, processing accounts payable and/or accounts receivable transactions. The experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience or volunteer activities.
- The ability to function in a sophisticated technological environment using tools such as spreadsheets, and applications as well as consolidation and reporting tools such as MS Excel and PowerBI.
- Good knowledge of accepted accounting principles.
- Strong oral and written communication, excellent organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently as well as within a team setting.
It would be great if you also had:
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Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, but not required.
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Pursuing a CPA is considered an asset.
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Experience working with PowerBI.
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Experience working with MS Dynamics / D365.
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Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.
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What happens after you apply
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We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
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If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!
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