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Location: Toronto, ON

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Job date: Sun, 04 May 2025 02:00:34 GMT

Job description: Job DescriptionFinance Intern (Contract)Purpose of role:The Finance Intern is responsible for general accounting functions such as preparing journal entries, assisting with financial statements, performing reconciliations, assisting with monthly closing – account analysis/reporting and supporting the Finance team in carrying out the responsibilities of the Finance department.This position is available as a 4 or 8-month co-op.Main DutiesAccounting and Reconciliations:Assist with the financial statement close process by preparing journal entries and reports.Prepare monthly account reconciliations and maintaining supporting schedules; investigate, identify and document any reconciling items.System uploads and reconciliation of data fed between systems.Adhere to established internal controls and operating procedures.Coordinating, updating and formatting financial reporting packages (including but not limited to Balance Sheet and Income Statement review packages).Manage completeness of journal entries ensuring back-up and management sign-off has been provided.Analysis and Reporting:Critically analyze ledger accounts by providing explanations for variances and movements.Prepare financial reports which may include (but is not limited to): Corporate submission filings, regulatory submissions, compliance reports, financial statements, surveys, and/or internal management reports.Support internal and external audit requirements by preparing audit evidence as required.Support Financial Reporting Team by researching accounting standards in determining accounting policy decisions.Ad hoc activities:Support the Finance team by completing ad hoc work.Ad hoc Finance project support.Qualifications & ExperienceKnowledge of fundamental accounting concepts.Pursuing Accounting/Finance degree.Strong Microsoft Office experience, especially Excel.Excellent analytical, problem solving and technical accounting skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline driven environment.Flexibility to work overtime during peak periods.Do you find yourself questioning things and digging deeper when something doesn’t look quite right to find the answer? Do you have an inquisitive mind? Do you demonstrate excellent judgement, decision-making skills, and have a high level of attention to detail? We pride ourselves in thinking differently and so want people like you who aren’t afraid to challenge the norm.Our Internship Program has become Pacific Life Re’s talent pipeline for full time early career opportunities. We look for talented, ambitious and hard-working university students to join our teams in our Toronto office. Our ideal candidate would thrive in our vibrant, collaborative culture. During your time with us, you’ll gain hands-on experience from a range of projects and teams, all of which will give you a broad understanding of our business and the services that we provide to our clients.Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Work-life balance
• Collaborative and inclusive culture
• Social activities and events
• Formal and informal mentoring
• Learning and development options
• Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives
• Lots of fun clubs to join!