Accounting Intern- 4-month Internship/Coop (Summer 2027)

Montréal, QC
On-site
Posted Oct 29, 2026
1 position

$52,700–$65,900 / year

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Employment type: Internship / apprenticeship, Contract, Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Nov 21, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 35 hours per week

Job summary

Assist with financial reporting, reconciliations, closing activities, transaction reviews, and maintaining accurate accounting records. Support accounting process and control documentation, continuous improvement initiatives, and special projects.

Job details

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us. Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented below is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well. Salary range (but not limited to): 52,700 - 65,900 About the role Launching your career at Intact means joining a diverse community of experts that trust and value your skills in an industry that is constantly evolving. Here, you’ll receive mentorship and coaching in a dynamic hands-on environment. You’ll drive innovation and make a meaningful impact in our organization, for our customers, and across our communities. You’ll grow personally and professionally with access to advanced learning platforms and make lasting connections near and far. Most importantly, you’ll discover how exciting the “real world” can be. Here, your career will take off 🚀 We are looking for Accounting Interns to join our growing team for Summer 2027! What you’ll do here: Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of various financial reports. Support month-end and quarter-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Participate in the review of transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance. Aid in the implementation and documentation of accounting processes and controls. Collaborate with team members on continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and systems. Maintain and update accounting records and databases, ensuring data integrity. Assist with special projects and ad-hoc requests, as necessary. The Corporate Finance Student Program at Intact Financial Corporation (IFC) provides enriching, hands-on experiences for high-potential students interested in a career in Finance. Our goal is to help driven individuals get to know IFC—our business, our culture, and the diverse career paths available across Finance. Real responsibility: Contribute to meaningful deliverables within your Finance team. Mentorship: Learn from experienced professionals committed to your growth. Presentation to leadership: Showcase your work and receive direct feedback from senior leaders, including the CFO. Community impact: Participate in volunteering initiatives aligned with IFC’s values. Career development: Build skills and relationships that can lead to future opportunities at IFC. What you bring to the table: Currently pursing a bachelor’s in accounting Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills Adaptability, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning Excellent communication skills with a passion for accounting Self-reliant with a strong sense of responsibility Eagerness to learn and contribute to a fast-paced accounting function Bonus: Internship in Accounting or Finance is an asset Bilingualism (French and English) Need to interact on a regular basis with colleagues across the country You are available 35 hours a week from May to August 2027 Must be an active student during your internship and/or returning to school in the next semester following your internship Your career starts here. Apply today! We can’t wait to learn more about you. When you complete your application, remember to include your resume and University/College transcript. We hire co-ops every semester (Winter, Summer and Fall)! We’re accepting applications now through November 20th, 2026. All submissions will be reviewed during this time, as well as after the posting closes Il s'agit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en pleine croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team. We are an equal opportunity employer At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today. We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request. If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs. Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here. Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility. If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting and be available to work 35 hours per week from May through August 2027 while remaining a student or returning to school afterward. They should have Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel, strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, and a willingness to learn; accounting or finance internship experience and French-English bilingualism are assets.