Co-op Student

Crowe-Mackay-LLP-; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health and wellness allowance

Overtime

Mentorship and academic assistance

Competitive compensation/benefits

Job summary

Crowe MacKay LLP in Yellowknife offers Summer Co-op positions for accounting students. You will perform routine, detailed accounting services under direct supervision on engagements including audits, reviews and compilations, and assist with trial balances, file set-up and testing balances.

Candidates are pursuing an undergraduate degree and working towards CPA accreditation. We value self-motivation, attention to deadlines, strong communication, and the ability to manage workloads in a flexible

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree and CPA prerequisites.
• Strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Good communication and client service skills.
• Familiarity with accounting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist audits, reviews and compilations under supervision.
• Import trial balances and set up file sections.
• Test account balances and transactions for various assertions.
• Support bookkeeping assignments as needed.

Skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Client service

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Time management

Education

Undergraduate degree candidate

Pursuing CPA

Tools

Caseware

Taxprep

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Position: Summer Co-op Students (3)

Location: Yellowknife NT

Term: May – August 2027

Deadline to apply: October 30th, 2026

Crowe MacKay LLP is a vibrant team of Chartered Professional Accountants with eight markets across Northern and Western Canada. We are a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial firm dedicated to fostering a diverse team that values collaboration and appreciates different perspectives and experiences. We believe strong relationships are the cornerstone to success as we strive to create innovative solutions for our clients.

Our Core Values

We Care, We Share, We Invest and We Grow!

Collectively we strive for a culture that promotes success for all. In doing so, we recognize that our professionals are more than their work. Our team has the freedom to manage their time to nurture core relationships and to pursue their passions and aspirations. We trust our team to meet their commitments in a flexible environment that fosters energy management and encourages focused work.

The Role

Co‑op students perform routine, detailed accounting services under direct supervision for various engagements including audits, reviews and compilations. Co‑op students assist engagement teams by importing trial balances, setting up file sections and testing account balance and transactions for various assertions. They analyze and document internal controls and organizational structures. Co‑op students may also be involved with bookkeeping assignments.

What You Bring

Co‑op students are short‑term contract employees who are actively pursuing an undergraduate degree and are focused on meeting the requirements needed to enter the CPA program. Successful Co‑op Students have/are:

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Analytical & problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize workloads and meet strict deadlines

Working knowledge of accounting standards, accounting and tax software such as Caseware, Taxprep, QuickBooks/Sage etc are also considered as asset.

If you have an adventurous spirit and want to be a part of a winning team – we want to hear from you.

What We Offer

We are committed to being an employer of choice where employees are excited, engaged, empowered, and eager to excel both personally and professionally. We offer a positive work environment and invest resources to support a competitive compensation/benefits package including paid vacation, health and wellness allowance and overtime. Hourly wage for Co‑op students ranges between $22 - $25/hour.

We are invested in facilitating the development of our team by creating a continuous learning environment that is supported through high-quality mentorship, academic assistance, practical experience and training.

At Crowe MacKay, we are dedicated to creating a diverse environment. We foster a barrier free work environment that’s inclusive and where our people can be themselves.

For more information, please visit our website: www.crowemackay.ca