Finance Summer Student

Town of New Tecumseth; Alliston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Alliston is seeking a Finance Student for a temporary co-op position starting May 4, 2026. This role involves supporting financial services, performing analytical work, and gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. Applicants should be registered as full-time post-secondary students pursuing a degree in Business or Accounting, and possess knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. This is a great opportunity to contribute to community service while building professional skills.

Benefits

4% vacation pay

Optional enrolment in OMERS pension plan

Qualifications

• Registered as a full-time post-secondary student at an accredited academic institution.
• Returning to full-time studies in the next academic term.
• Previous experience in an office environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of financial applications would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance branches during peak cycle times.
• Perform general financial analysis and account reconciliations.
• Data compilation and aid in preparation of reports.
• Administer various low dollar value Procurement functions.
• Day to day administrative support.

Skills

Full-time post-secondary student

Previous experience in an office environment

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

In-depth knowledge of Excel

Knowledge of financial applications

Education

Degree or diploma in Business or Accounting

Job description

Overview

Finance Student

Temporary Full-Time (May 4- Sept 4, 2026)

J0126-0761

The Town of New Tecumseth is accepting College and University Co-op/Intern student applications to fill one Co-op/Intern position to commence in September 2025 for either a 4-month or 8-month placement.

Why work with us?

Our growing community, identified as one of the fastest growing municipalities by Statistics Canada, located about an hour north of Toronto, offers beautiful rural and urban landscapes and diverse opportunities to work in a technologically progressive, public environment.

What we promise?

• Opportunity to gain valuable work experience and prepare for your future career in a growing, progressive, innovative work environment - offering meaningful projects and contributing to bettering our community.
• Opportunities to create new relationships and grow your professional network with other students and New Tecumseth staff.

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Services, this position is responsible for supporting the revenue, accounts payable and procurement units to meet service delivery needs. This will include backfilling activities, performing analytical work and supporting staff on financial services initiatives.

How you contribute to our organization:

• Support the Finance branches during peak cycle times such as property tax and utility due dates; this would include, but not limited to, entering AP invoices (Great Plains), utility account creation (Great Plains), returning customer/vendor calls and emails, creating Pos (Paramount), etc.
• Perform general financial analysis, i.e. process mapping, account reconciliations, supplier analysis, spend without purchase order, open purchase orders, write offs, etc.
• Assist in the development and improvement of finance project models (e.g. user fees & rates)
• Data compilation and aid in the preparation of a variety of reports for Senior Management, and other reporting (e.g. monthly PCard reports)
• Provide analysis and support for annual Finance and Procurement initiatives
• Administer various low dollar value Procurement functions such as store accounts, purchasing cards, gas cards, uniform ordering and cell phone tracking.
• Perform audit functions on various purchases, including PCard transactions, Construction Lien Act invoices, department-led low value procurement solicitations, etc.
• Day to day administrative support, including document filing and scanning, stuffing and mailing, etc.
• Assist with updating web content for the department
• Assist in monitoring of and preparation for industry updates and benchmarks (e.g. case law, Building Ontario Businesses Initiative Act (BOBI), Purchase Point of Access (SPA) for Reporting in Ontario (SPAROn))

What you bring to the team:

• Registered as a full-time post-secondary student at an accredited academic institution pursuing a degree or diploma in Business or Accounting
• Returning to full-time studies in the next academic term
• Note: students in their final year of academic study who do not intend to return to full-time studies are eligible for student employment until the time they graduate
• Previous experience in an office environment is preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, preferably having in-depth knowledge of Excel
• Knowledge of financial applications would be an asset

Pay Rate: $20.05 to $22.27 plus 4% vacation pay and optional enrolment in OMERS pension plan

Hours: 35 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Start Date: May 4, 2026

Location: Town’s Administration Centre in Alliston

To apply: submit a cover letter, resume and proof of co-op eligibility (transcript or co-op eligibility letter) by February 19th, 2026.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Information collected will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection, in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act.

The Town of New Tecumseth is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an interview, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.