Accounting Intern (September to December 2026)

Independent Mechanical Supply Inc. • Mississauga, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Accounting Intern, you will play an integral role in our team and will be responsible for managing various accounting tasks. You will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in developing technical accounting skills. The role requires comfort with working with numbers, strong attention to detail, and the ability to learn quickly. This role requires you to be onsite at our Mississauga location. This role reports to the Controller. This is a four-month assignment from Monday, September 7th to Friday, December 18th 2026.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled or recently completed a post-secondary program in accounting, business or Finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with advanced Excel skills.
• You have strong analytical skills with the ability to gather information, synthesize it, and ‘connect-the-dots.
• You have excellent communication and presentation skills, enabling you to effectively collaborate across all levels both within and outside of the organization.
• A high degree of problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels within the organization.
• Pro-active and able to work in a team-based environment.
• Curious and possess a continuous-improvement mindset, with a personal desire to learn and add value to the business.
• Resourceful, solution-focused, and comfortable working with other departments.
• Inherently demonstrate a high level of integrity and be trustworthy.
• You love what you do and have a positive, friendly attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Accounting or Finance experience is an asset.
• Experience working with accounting systems will be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and booking various journal entries to close the fiscal month.
• Maintain accurate financial records using internal trackers & accounting software (AS400)
• Prepare bank reconciliations, monitor, and journalize daily cash transactions including bank charges and other cash transactions.
• Review credit card expenses and post credit card transactions.
• Generate and/or prepare regular reports and other ad-hoc reports and analysis.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close tasks.
• Provide support for the Accounts Payable department.
• Other special projects and assignments as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree