Student Accounting Clerk (Student Opportunity)

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT); Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Student Accounting Clerk to join their Finance department. This role involves supporting the accounting team with operational tasks, journal entries, reconciliations, and project support. Ideal candidates are current SAIT students majoring in accounting, looking to gain practical experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a current and returning student at SAIT within an accounting major.
• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist General Accountants with day-to-day operational accounting tasks.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts.
• Support project work and testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic accounting principles

Education

Currently enrolled in accounting major

Job description

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The Finance department loves when the math balances out — so we’re looking to add to our team. If you have a nose for numbers and believe your skills and passion match our requirements, you will have our undivided attention and we want to meet you.

The Opportunity

As a part of the Accounting team within the SAIT Finance department, you will be supported by a highly collaborative and energetic group as you build your experience by applying your accounting knowledge and training to the real world.

The Student Accounting Clerk position will assist the General Accountants as needed with day to day operational accounting functions. Responsibilities include assisting with inquiries, preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, capital asset administration, daily banking activities and form administration. This position will also be responsible for providing support for project work and testing.

The Role

• Reconciliation investigation
  
  
• Accounting form updates
  
  
• Cash float & inventory counts
  
  
• Provide support for daily banking
  
  
• Preparing journal entries
  
  
• Capital asset administration
  
  
• Providing support for project work and testing
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Must be a current and returning student at SAIT within an accounting major
  
  
• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role is an asset
  
  

Job classification: W6003 - Student Worker (d)

Hourly rate: $15.00 to $18.22

# of positions: 1

Position End Date: May 31, 2026

Posting closing date: June 6, 2025

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers , we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

Community and Belonging is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. It creates the conditions for a healthy campus where everyone feels welcome, respected and empowered to succeed. SAIT values fairness, shared accountability and the importance of representation. The institution expects a commitment from its students and employees to continuously develop an equitable and inclusive mindset that celebrates diverse experiences and perspectives. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT .

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