Finance – Summer Student

Employer Info

Edmonton International Airport is a self-funded, not-for-profit corporation whose mandate is to drive economic prosperity for the Edmonton Region. EIA is Canada’s fastest-growing major airport over the past 10 years, the fifth-busiest airport by passenger traffic and the largest major Canadian airport by land area. EIA offers non-stop connections to 60 destinations across Canada, the US, Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. At EIA you become part of a tightly knit team, working in a supportive environment, dedicated to fulfilling our vision of more flights to more places.

Description

Is This Role for You?
Reporting to the Manager, Finance; 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.

Special Requirements

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.