About the role#
As an intern or co-op student in the Assurance - External Audit group, you will help clients meet reporting requirements through independent examinations of financial statements. You will provide perspective to audit committees and engage in discussions with management regarding accounting and reporting matters. Hours worked in this role count toward your CPA designation.
What you'll do#
- Identify potential audit issues or unusual relationships by analyzing client financial statements.
- Document the execution of audit procedures based on engagement objectives.
- Collaborate with team members to set audit goals and assign responsibilities.
- Maintain a strong client focus, respond to requests, and build professional relationships with client personnel.
- Stay informed on business and economic developments relevant to your clients.
- Challenge existing procedures and look for ways to enhance audit techniques.
- Support the development of team members through leadership and integrity.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting.
- On track to complete all prerequisite courses required to enter the CPA PEP program upon graduation.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
- A strong commitment to teamwork and professional integrity.
- For Quebec-based roles, fluency in both French and English is required.
Location & details#
- Locations: Toronto, London, Waterloo, Ottawa, Vancouver, Dieppe, and Saint John.
- Terms: Winter 2027, Summer 2027, or Fall 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About EY
EY provides professional services including assurance, consulting, tax, and strategy. The firm operates in over 150 countries and maintains a global workforce of more than 400,000 employees. It is headquartered in London and functions as a privately held organization. The company focuses on services for clients across various sectors.
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