Corporate Accounting Intern

Precision Drilling is launching our 2024 Internship Program!
If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree in Finance with a focus in Accounting and would like to gain real-world experience during your summer, then please read on...
Working for Precision Drilling means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a strategic player in Precision Drilling's future. We are a large company rooted in the success of our people, where you will collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the organization.
Our Interns will enjoy perks such as:

• A work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health and well-being.
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• Networking and employee engagement events.
• Career development seminars.
• Precision offers afternoons off before a long weekend.

How to Apply
Applicants MUST submit a Cover Letter detailing their interest in working at Precision Drilling. Failure to submit a Cover Letter will result in automatic disqualification. Please submit your Cover Letter & Resume in ONE PDF file attached in the resume section.
This application will close on Friday, March 8, 2024.
The following restrictions apply to all internship candidates:

• Applicants must be available for a non-negotiable start date of Monday, April 22 or 29, 2024.
• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Applicants must have housing accommodations or transportation in the Calgary area, as Precision does not provide internship housing.
• By April 22, 2024, applicants must have completed at least their first year of study in a post-secondary program/Technical Institute (see job posting).

Summary
The Corporate Accounting Intern at the Calgary Office is required to assist with the Corporate month-end closing process.
Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of Legal Financial Statements, including analysis of the business transactions and working with other corporate groups to provide financial information as required
• Working with other corporate groups to provide financial information as required
• Assist with month-end closing tasks and account reconciliations
• Prepare standard journal entries, code corrections, and accrual journal entries as required

Knowledge & Skills
The position requires the individual to be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and be highly analytical.
The ability to work within tight reporting deadlines
Resourceful with strong organizational skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently but also collaborate with other team members
Education
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting
Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred
Experience
Proficient in using Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Open to learning and willing to be a team player