Finance Co-op Student - Accounting & Analysis

The Government of Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a Finance Co-Op Student in Halifax to support Financial Advisory Services. You will help with documentation, verification, authorization, job costing and account coding while maintaining the general ledger on a daily and monthly basis.

The position requires enrollment in a Commerce/Economics/Business program and strong organizational and communication skills. The role is a 35-hour workweek in a typical office setting with a January 4, 2027 start date and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program such as Commerce, Economics or Business.
• Candidate is well-organized with high energy and effective communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with others while showing initiative.

Responsibilities

• Audit and analyze expenditures and revenues to ensure proper allocation.
• Review contracts, cost share agreements, purchase orders and standing orders for proper accounting functions.
• Provide ad hoc analysis reporting as required by management.
• Assist with procurement by applying procurement policies and understanding the AP module.
• Support financial analysis on projects including budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Independent work

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Commerce/Economics/Business

Job description

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a Finance Co-Op Student in Halifax to support Financial Advisory Services. You will help with documentation, verification, authorization, job costing and account coding while maintaining the general ledger on a daily and monthly basis.

The position requires enrollment in a Commerce/Economics/Business program and strong organizational and communication skills. The role is a 35-hour workweek in a typical office setting with a January 4, 2027 start date and