Accounting Intern Program

Manitoba Hydro; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Nine-day work cycle

Job summary

Manitoba Hydro invites qualified graduates to join its Accounting Intern Program, a CPA Manitoba pre-approved route. The program offers rotations across Corporate Accounting and related areas over 30–36 months, designed to develop core accounting competencies and prepare you for CPA designation by April 2027.

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications, with a competitive benefits package and a nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support work-life

Qualifications

• Four-year accounting-focused degree from an accredited university.
• CPA designation track through CPA Manitoba program and graduation by April 2027.
• Interest in rotating through multiple accounting areas during the program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotations within the accounting function over ~30–36 months.
• Engage in challenging accounting assignments to develop professional skills.
• Progress toward CPA designation while transitioning from academia to business environment.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) – Accounting

Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting concentration

Equivalent four-year University Degree

Job description

Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and community.

Position Overview:

We are seeking qualified individuals who intend to obtain their Chartered Professional Accounting designation and are graduating by April of 2027 or who recently graduated.

Our Accounting Intern Program is an exciting professional accounting training program which is Manitoba Hydro's Pre-Approved Program Route approved through CPA Manitoba in 2024. You will join a comprehensive accounting training program that will provide challenging assignments in the accounting field, which is designed to develop your skills and prepare you for a future professional career as a Chartered Professional Accountant.

Our Program consists of a variety of rotations within the accounting function over a period of approximately 30-36 months. While employed in the Program, trainees will be given work assignments that will assist them in their transformation from an academic setting to a professional business environment. While progressing through the Program, you are expected to achieve your professional designation from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Manitoba.

CPA Manitoba Pre-Approved Program Route includes rotations in the following areas:

• Corporate Accounting

Opportunities for exposure may include the following areas:

• Rates & Regulatory
• Treasury
• Audit

Qualifications:

• University of Manitoba four-year Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Degree with an Accounting major;
• University of Winnipeg four-year Bachelor of Business Administration Degree with an Accounting concentration; or
• Equivalent four-year University Degree.

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $31.69-$42.47 Hourly, $60,723.26-$81,375.06 Annually.

We appreciate your interest in Manitoba Hydro and thank all applicants. Only those selected for the next stage of the selection process will be contacted.

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