Finance Student

Erbil International Airport; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international airport in Alberta is looking for a Finance Summer Student to support the Finance Team with accounts payable and receivable functions. This role includes performing various administrative tasks and assisting during team absences. The successful candidate will be enrolled in a post-secondary commerce or accounting program and possess strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills. The role offers competitive pay between $19.00 and $22.00 per hour for the summer term.

Qualifications

• Must be a student currently enrolled in a post-secondary program.
• Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate to advanced experience in Microsoft 365 suite.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Team with accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Perform various administrative tasks and assist during team absences.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis and other related duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Analytical capabilities

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Adaptability and eagerness to learn

Education

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program

Commerce or Accounting program

Tools

Microsoft 365

Accounting software

Job description

A gateway for transportation, connection, and innovation, Edmonton Airports (YEG) is a self-funded, not-for-profit corporation driving economic prosperity for the Edmonton Metropolitan Region and beyond. YEG is Canada’s fifth-busiest airport by passenger traffic and the largest major Canadian airport by land area, generating an economic output of over $3.2 billion and supporting over 26,000 jobs pre-pandemic. From sustainability initiatives like Airport City Sustainability Campus to being the first airport in the world to sign The Climate Pledge and the first in Canada to begin regularly scheduled drone delivery operations, YEG is a global leader in the aviation industry. YEG approaches equity, diversity, and inclusion by creating ‘an airport for everyone.’

Edmonton Airports employs 250-300 employees, offering challenging, rewarding opportunities that allow employees to thrive in what they do. The work culture is known for being open, collaborative, and inclusive. Recognizing that great work gets accomplished when people enjoy what they’re doing, successes and milestones are always celebrated. As strong believers in the power of setting professional goals and continuously encouraging employees to do so on a regular basis, YEG appreciates employee feedback on how they can support and enhance partnerships that exist on the corporate team. YEG values opportunities to create diversity within their team, including backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ways of working together. Seeking positive, enthusiastic people who are not afraid to take on challenges, YEG aims to create a community of unique individuals to allow for expanded ideas, perspectives, and better business decisions. A core value of YEG is “invested in our talent” and they consider professional development, specialty training, and career growth among their top priorities to expand employee skillset and continue evolving as new technology and ideas are innovated.

In addition to propelling a positive work culture internally, the airport land houses over 250 businesses looking to expand tourism, entertainment, cargo logistics, manufacturing, sustainability, innovative technology development, and commercialization. The Airport City Sustainability Campus and the Alberta Aerospace and Technology Centre provide opportunities for businesses to push the boundaries in fields like AI, drones, reforestation, and energy sources such as solar and hydrogen. Edmonton Airports also own and operate Villeneuve Airport (ZVL), a general aviation facility northwest of Edmonton which serves as the primary flight-training facility for the Edmonton Metro Region. ZVL is also the annual host of the Edmonton International Airshow: an entertainment spectacle that celebrates both the rich history and modern evolution of aviation in Edmonton.

With more than 50 non-stop destinations and 15 airline partners, YEG is continuing to offer more flights to more places, while ensuring a safe, sustainable, and welcoming environment for all.

Career Opportunity

Finance – Summer Student

2 Full Time, Term Positions (May-August)

Is This Role for You?

Reporting to the Manager; the successful candidate will support the Finance Team at the Edmonton International Airport with accounts payable and receivable functions. The position’s responsibilities will include performing various administrative tasks, assisting during team members’ absences, ad hoc analysis and other related duties as required.

You Have:

• Successful candidate must be a student currently enrolled in a post-secondary program or registered to attend one in the fall. Transcript or proof of enrollment must be provided with submission of application.
• Successful candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary college/university commerce, accounting or related program.
• Ability to work well within a team environment, have strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrated customer service skills required.
• Must have strong organizational and time management abilities including the ability to identify and adapt to changing priorities effectively and in a timely manner are required.
• Intermediate to advanced experience in Microsoft 365 suite is required, preference will be given to candidates with experience using accounting software programs.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new systems.
• Understanding of Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is considered an asset.
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate airport security clearance and an acceptable criminal record check.

REPORTS TO: Finance Lead

BAND: Excluded

SALARY: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

POSTING DATE: February 10, 2026 (Internal & External)

CLOSING DATE: February 19, 2026 (Internal & External)

Applicants from this competition may be utilized to fill future vacancies of a similar nature.

Finances – Étudiante ou étudiant d’été

2 postes à temps plein à durée déterminée (de mai à août)

Ce rôle est-il fait pour vous?

Relevant de la personne gestionnaire des finances, la personne retenue appuiera l’équipe des finances de l’Aéroport international d’Edmonton en ce qui concerne les comptes créditeurs et débiteurs. Les responsabilités du poste comprendront l’exécution de diverses tâches administratives, l’assistance pendant les absences des membres de l’équipe, l’analyse ponctuelle et d’autres tâches connexes au besoin.

Vous :

• êtes en mesure de bien travailler en équipe, vous avez de solides compétences interpersonnelles et des compétences manifestes en matière de service à la clientèle.
• faites preuves de solides capacités d’organisation et de gestion du temps, y compris la capacité déterminer et de s’adapter aux priorités changeantes de manière efficace et en temps opportun.
• possédez une expérience intermédiaire à poussée de la suite Microsoft 365; la préférence sera donnée aux personnes candidates ayant une expérience de l’utilisation des logiciels de comptabilité.
• vous automotivez et pouvez travailler avec une supervision minimale.
• possédez de solides compétences en communication verbale et écrite.
• avez de solides capacités d’analyse, aptitudes à la résolution de problèmes et souci du détail.
• avez la capacité à saisir rapidement et efficacement de nouveaux concepts.
• avez une capacité d’adaptation et désir d’apprendre de nouveaux systèmes.
• comprenez les principes comptables généralement reconnus au Canada; cela sera considéré comme un atout.
• êtes en mesure d’obtenir et de conserver une habilitation de sécurité aéroportuaire appropriée et une vérification acceptable du casier judiciaire.

LIEN HIÉRARCHIQUE IMMÉDIAT: Gestionnaire, Finances

BANDE: Exclu

SALAIRE: 19,00$ à 22,00$ l’heure

DATE D’AFFICHAGE: 10 février 2026 (interne et externe)

DATE DE CLÔTURE: 19 février 2026 (interne et externe)

Nous pourrions nous servir des candidatures reçues en vertu de cet affichage pour pourvoir de futurs postes vacants de nature similaire.