Accounting Co-op Student

TELUS•Edmonton, AB

3d•CA$20 - CA$25

About The Position

This co-op experience is an excellent way for you and TELUS to explore a long-term fit as a potential career step for new graduates. During this exciting 8-month program, you will bring your A-game to the field of Accounting and Finance by diving into a dynamic experience jam-packed with opportunities to develop your core competencies in one of our traditional accounting rotations. We provide on-the-job training, in-house courses, and other educational support that will prepare you for complex and challenging assignments. As part of a larger group of co-ops and candidates currently enrolled in our Pre-Approved CPA Program, you’ll be able to take advantage of TELUS’ mentorship program and community volunteering opportunities. Depending on which rotation you are assigned to, your co-op experience at TELUS may count towards the overall CPA practical experience requirement. Learn more about TELUS’ post grad program here: TELUS Pre-Approved CPA Program.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in Commerce or Business Administration studies specializing in Accounting or Finance, pursuing their CPA Accounting designation
Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and G-Suite, with advanced knowledge of Excel.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
Proven ability to balance work, school, and life commitments, while producing quality work on time.
Innovative mindset, eager to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Nice To Haves

Completed one or more previous co-op term(s) or summer internship(s)
Work experience, community involvement, and team engagement.
Bilingualism (English/French).
Basic experience using AI tools and technologies to improve productivity and efficiency, with a strong emphasis on responsible and ethical usage.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to perform financial analysis, ensuring data integrity and accuracy for effective business decisions.
Drive financial reporting, budgeting, analytics, forecasting, and provide financial input to projects and business cases.
Embrace continuous learning, developing a deep understanding of source systems and business processes.
Collaborate with peers, managers, and our senior finance team.