Accounting Student

PCL Construction; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Hands-on experience

Mentorship program

Networking events

Career pathways to full-time roles

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Construction PCL Inc. in Montréal, Québec, seeks an Accounting Student to support our Montreal district on real projects. You will assist with accounts payable and journal entries, and learn vendor verification processes with mentorship.

Gain hands-on experience in the Canadian Buildings sector with a structured early-career path, weekly pay, and access to benefits and wellness resources. This 4- or 8-month opportunity begins January 2027.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in accounting, finance or related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project and overhead-related A/P and journal entries.
• Reconcile fund transfers from corporate, prepare deposits, process cash receipts.
• Verify vendor addresses and enter into accounting system; process revisions.

Skills

Excel

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Accounting concepts

Education

Accounting degree/diploma in progress

Job description

The future you want is within reach.

Let’s build it together.

Construction PCL Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we build more than projects — we build opportunities, careers and communities. We invest in our people and projects, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

Why Choose PCL?

Grow Your Career As a Accounting Student At Our Montreal District, With The Support You Deserve. At PCL, We Invest In Your Learning, Well-being And Future. Our Offerings Give You The Opportunity To

• Earn competitive weekly pay
• Gain hands-on experience on real projects
• Develop in-demand skills through mentorship and PCL’s College of Construction
• Build connections through inclusive student events and networking events
• Follow clear career pathways to full-time roles — more than 150 students hired last year
• Access medical, dental and vision benefits with no waiting period
• Receive mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

Join us as a Accounting Student for our Montreal district, within our Canadian Buildings sector for 4 or 8 months starting January 2027. Depending on your assigned project as a Accounting Student, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:

• Be part of a team of passionate and united professionals by completing project and overhead-related A/P and journal entries.
• Carry out tasks essential to our activities such as reconciling transfer of funds from corporate office, preparing and processing bank deposits, and processing and entering cash receipts.
• Support the organization by verifying vendor addresses and entering it into the accounting system and processing revisions.

Qualifications

• Working towards a degree or diploma in accounting, finance or a related field.
• A deep understanding of accounting principles.
• Intermediate level skills with Microsoft programs, specifically Excel.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.

PCL Student wages are determined individually for each student based on the number of completed school terms, relevant work terms, kind of role and work location.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that’s inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

Construction PCL Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone’s needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail] and include the position and location of interest.

This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Primary Location: Montréal, Quebec

Job Title: Accounting Student

Requisition ID: 14124