Business/Accounting Co-op - McNally - Port Hope, ON (Summer 2025)

McNally Companies; Clarington; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business/Accounting Co-op for a summer internship. This role will involve supporting accounting and finance functions, including cost control and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance and will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. You will collaborate with the Operations team, manage project expenses, and assist with billing processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a reputable firm known for tackling unique challenges in the construction sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel functions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing daily work records and project expenses.
• Foster relationships with the Operations team and adapt to project needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups)

Kiewit system

Job description

Business/Accounting Co-op - McNally - Port Hope, ON (Summer 2025)

Requisition ID: 175813
Job Level: Internship
Home District/Group: Weeks Marine - McNally
Department: Administration
Market: Water/Wastewater
Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Position Overview
The Business/Accounting Co-op is focused on supporting a project in accounting and finance related functions. Each project at Kiewit is run like a small business, with the Business Manager concentrated on critical tasks such as cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, human capital management, and compliance. This position will become skilled executing processes and utilizing tools related to different types of cost and revenue components such as labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts. The Business co-op student will be an integral part of the month end close out process, and assist with preparing a financial reporting package for project management.

District Overview
At McNally, we pride ourselves on our ability to develop solutions to many unique challenges that present themselves on both land and water. Widely recognized as one of North America’s leading tunnel and marine contractors, we have become synonymous with completing difficult and demanding projects. On the water, we boast one of the best-equipped construction fleets in Eastern Canada; able to successfully handle a wide variety of marine construction jobs effectively and efficiently.

Location
This position is based in Port Hope, ON.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes the importance of being a team player by adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed.
• Fosters relationships with the Operations team and shows a willingness to learn about the work.
• Preparing Daily Work Records, including labour & equipment timesheets and receipts/invoices to be charged to the client.
• Collating physical supplier invoices for permanent storage.
• Accurately entering project expenses in the Kiewit system.
• Ensuring inspection reports are filled out fully and correctly.
• Assisting Project Administrator with preparation of monthly billing invoice.
• Exercising document control and organizing scheduled submittals to the client.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions is preferred.
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passionate for continuous improvement.
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Previous internship experience is preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• FIELD ROLES ONLY: May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.