Accounting Co-op Student

Calgary Airports; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Calgary Airports is seeking a cooperative accounting student to join the team for a 12-month term. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office, 2 days remote) with a starting hourly rate of $23.50 and a January 4, 2027 start date.

You will assist with routine accounting tasks, support month-end closings, monitor budgets, and help prepare reconciliations while learning from experienced professionals in the Accounting team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a post-secondary program that requires a work term as part of the curriculum.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain RAIC; assistance provided by the employer.
• Strong organization and attention to detail; accuracy-focused.
• Curious, proactive attitude and willingness to learn new tasks.
• Comfortable working with others in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable invoicing.
• Support month end closings by preparing reconciliations and reviewing entries.
• Assist with keeping capital records up to date.
• Assist with payments and other day accounting tasks.
• Help monitor budgets and track expenditure across departments.
• Perform basic data entry to maintain accuracy in the systems.
• Help the team get ready with audits by organizing and updating documents.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Data entry

Budgeting

Month-end closings

Audits support

Spreadsheets

Accounting software

Bilingual English/French

Education

Post-secondary program (BBA, BComm or equivalent)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Hourly Rate: $23.50

Status: Full-Time, 12-month term, expected start date January 4th, 2027

Work environment: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH). Employees must be available to work in office five (5) days a week to meet business requirements.

Number of positions available: 2

WHY CALGARY AIRPORTS

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected – and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

What’s The Team Like

TheAccounting teamplays a key role in keeping our organization running smoothly. They ensureaccuratefinancial reporting, support budgeting and forecasting, and collaborate with many departments to help drive smart business decisions.

But beyond the numbers, this is a team that values learning, mentorship, and curiosity.You’llbe surrounded by collaborative and supportive professionals who love to share knowledge and help students grow. Expect a fast-paced environment, exposure to real-world challenges, and teammates who want to see you succeed.

What Are Some Of The Responsibilities

• Assist with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable invoicing and disbursements.
• Support month end closings by preparing reconciliations and reviewing entries.
• Assist with keeping our capital records up to date.
• Assist with payments and other day accounting tasks.
• Help monitor budgets and track expenditure across departments as needed.
• Perform basic data entry to maintain accuracy in the systems.
• Help the team get ready with audits by organizing and updating documents.

What Do You Need To Bring

• To qualify for a Co-op position, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary program (BBA, BComm or equivalent) that requires a work term as a formal component of the curriculum, and you must provide documentation confirming that the work term is an academic requirement.
• You’ll need to be eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC, don’t worry – we’ll help you through this! For more details, check out: RAIC Program and Application Information.
• Strong organization and attention to detail — you like keeping things accurate and on track.
• A curious, proactive attitude and a willingness to learn new tools and tasks.
• Comfortable working with others and contributing positively to a team environment.

What Additional Skills Are An Asset

• Bilingual in English and French.
• Demonstrated experience working with financial data, spreadsheets, or accounting software in an academic or work setting.
• Ability to accurately enter, review, and verify numerical information with detailing.
• Experience handling confidential or sensitive information in a professional environment.

What Does Diversity Mean To Us

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.