CPA Finance & Accounting Associate - Fall 2027
About The Position
The CPA Associate Program, Finance & Accounting is a 30-month rotational program designed to develop future finance leaders pursuing the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Candidates will be supported in following a work plan that is in the process of being approved by CPA Ontario, to ensure you meet the Professional Work Experience requirement. This program provides a strong foundation in financial reporting, accounting, and FP&A, while also building capabilities in business partnering, data analysis, and finance transformation. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate intellectual curiosity, strong analytical thinking, a commitment to accuracy and quality, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.
Requirements
- Committed to pursuing a career in Finance and Accounting
- Demonstrate financial acumen combined with a strong orientation toward curiosity, innovation, and problem-solving
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Business acumen and judgment
- Curiosity and continuous improvement mindset
- Strong communication and storytelling skills
- Proven ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders
- Ability to manage ambiguity and solve problems creatively
- Passion for continuous learning, innovation, and emerging technologies
- Proficiency in Excel
- Financial analysis experience
- Graduating in Spring 2027 with an undergraduate degree
- Registered with CPA Ontario and have met the CPA Ontario admission requirements including: A recognized degree or equivalent, At least 120 credit hours (or equivalent), Meet the minimum GPA across those 120 credit hours, as outlined on the CPA Ontario website, Successful completion of the Knowledge Assessment or CPA Qualifying Courses Program
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to Power BI or analytics tools is an asset
Responsibilities
- Support financial planning, forecasting, and performance management (FP&A)
- Analyze financial and operational data to generate insights and identify trends
- Apply structured problem-solving to support decision-making and business performance
- Provide data-driven insights to business partners and leadership
- Evaluate risks and opportunities
- Communicate complex financial insights clearly
- Improve processes and reporting efficiency
- Support finance systems and data initiatives
- Contribute to transformation efforts
Benefits
- Growth opportunities and skill development
- CPA designation support (exam coverage and training through the new CPA program)
- Mentorship from Finance leaders
- Performance feedback and development planning
- Cohort networking opportunities
- Regular development conversations, training programs and a competitive benefits plan
- Access to an online learning platform
- Variety of mentoring programs
- In-person training and onboarding sessions
- Health and well-being benefits
- Savings and retirement programs
- Paid time off
- Banking benefits and discounts
- Career development
- Reward and recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
