Intern Staff Accountant

Job summary

The Intern Staff Accountant will support the accounting team by performing bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks. They will also assist with month-end and year-end close processes and prepare various client tax filings under supervision.

Job details

Who We Are At SFIR Consulting Ltd., we are on a mission to redefine accounting. We believe accountants should be proactive, trusted advisors, not reactive service providers. Our clients rely on us year-round to help them make informed financial decisions that directly impact profitability, growth, and long-term stability. We combine 'Big Firm Expertise' with 'Small Firm Values' to deliver thoughtful, tailored solutions, and we take that responsibility seriously. Job Description We are hiring one full-time Intern Staff Accountant, reporting to the Accounting Manager, for a 12-month co-op term from May 3, 2027 to April 28, 2028. The Intern Staff Accountant provides essential support to the accounting team by assisting with bookkeeping tasks, data entry, account reconciliations, and financial reporting under the supervision of senior staff. This role offers hands-on exposure to real client work and internal operations, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a practical, fast-paced professional setting. This is a structured development role designed to build your capabilities progressively over the course of the term. You will begin by assisting with supervised bookkeeping tasks, advancing to managing month-end close for assigned clients with minimal supervision, while also assisting with year-end close tasks under supervisor review. By the end of the term, you will be expected to demonstrate the ability to complete client tax filings independently, including sales tax, ad hoc filings, and 1099, T4, T4A, T4SUM, and T5 filings, even if you are not yet managing the full caseload independently on a day-to-day basis. Our clients make real decisions based on what we deliver. This role exists to build accuracy, accountability, and client trust from the ground up. This Role Is for Someone Who... Takes ownership of assigned tasks, follows through on deliverables and deadlines, and proactively flags process improvements rather than waiting to be told. Holds their work to a quality standard, because bookkeeping accuracy directly affects client financial statements. Communicates clearly and proactively with clients and colleagues under deadline pressure. Exercises sound judgment when handling confidential client financial data, and raises concerns appropriately. Applies supervisor feedback and uses it to build toward greater independence. Learns firm systems and client accounting software quickly and with self-direction. Works effectively alongside colleagues with different working styles on shared client files. Flags unusual balances and discrepancies for follow-up rather than working around them. Records task and project status updates without needing to be prompted. What You Will Be Responsible For Client and Revenue-Focused Work You will be responsible for: Maintaining accurate accounting records for multiple bookkeeping clients. Performing monthly bank and credit card reconciliations for bookkeeping clients. Reviewing and exporting financial reports from various accounting systems. Maintaining accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions for bookkeeping clients. Maintaining intercompany transactions and records to ensure financial accuracy. Executing month-end close bookkeeping deliverables, and supporting timely and accurate month-end close processes for bookkeeping clients. Shadowing Staff Accountants on client tax submissions, including 1099, T4, T4A, T4SUM, T5, and other sales tax or ad hoc filings, and assisting with preparing and filing these under supervision as directed. Collaboration and Team Contribution You will be responsible for: Collaborating with Staff Accountants, Accounting Managers, and other accounting interns. Participating in company and team training and development sessions. Contributing to a collaborative, knowledge-sharing team environment. Operational and Administrative Responsibility You will be responsible for: Logging and tracking billable hours for assigned projects. Managing and updating Zoho Projects, Zoho CRM's Bookkeeping module, and customer master data. Participating in weekly check-ins and implementing action items. Scheduling and participating in both internal and client-facing meetings. Handling internal communication, administrative work, and consistent record-keeping using company tools, including Zoho Mail, Zoho Cliq, Zoho Projects, Zoho CRM, and Zoho WorkDrive. Requirements What We Are Looking For These are non-negotiable: Current enrolment in a university co-op program in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field at the time of the internship. A practical understanding of core accounting principles, including accrual accounting, reconciliations, and how transactions impact financial statements. Clear, professional communication with clients and internal team members regarding requests, issues, and follow-ups. Ownership and accountability for assigned tasks, deliverables, and deadlines. Time management and prioritization of assigned tasks and deadlines with guidance from supervisors, and proactive communication when workload or competing priorities arise. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting. A dedicated and professional remote workspace with minimal distractions to support productivity. Everything else, including firm tools, templates, workflows, internal systems, client engagement practices, and client tax filing preparation, we will train. Benefits Why Join Us? Compensation, Benefits, and Growth: Full-time, 12-month co-op term: May 3, 2027 to April 28, 2028. Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an unpaid 30-minute lunch. Hybrid work environment (remote and in-office), with occasional in-person attendance for work days and team building events. Competitive annual salary: $37,050 (Hourly wage: $19.00). A high-performance environment focused on growth and development. Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries. A collaborative team that values accountability and excellence. Structured onboarding and training on firm systems, plus regular company and team training and development sessions. Our Hiring Process and Next Steps We use a structured, high-integrity hiring process designed for mutual fit: Online Pre-Screening Assessment Skills Validation Interview Structured Behavioural Interview Reference and Background Checks Job Offer We believe in clarity, fairness, and thoughtful decision-making. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If You're Ready to Make an Impact and Grow Your Career, Apply Today! If this role aligns with where you want to grow next, we encourage you to apply through our website. Applications close on October 13, 2026 To be reviewed, your application must include: Your resume A copy of your transcript Your completed pre-screening assessment Applications missing either item will not be reviewed or considered. Please check your spam or junk folders for updates after applying. At SFIR Consulting Ltd., we're building something intentionally, and we're looking for people who want to build with us. We look forward to meeting you! Note: All applications and interviews are reviewed and conducted directly by our leadership team. We do not use AI or automated tools in the candidate evaluation process.

What you’ll do

The Intern Staff Accountant will support the accounting team by performing bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks. They will also assist with month-end and year-end close processes and prepare various client tax filings under supervision.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university co-op program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A practical understanding of core accounting principles and the ability to work effectively in a remote professional setting are required.

Benefits

• Structured onboarding
• Professional development training
• Hybrid work environment
• Exposure to diverse industries

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Bookkeeping
• Account reconciliation
• Financial reporting
• Data entry
• Accrual accounting
• Tax filing
• Time management
• Communication
• Zoho Projects
• Zoho CRM
• Zoho Mail
• Zoho Cliq
• Zoho WorkDrive
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Account Reconciliation
• Record Keeping
• Accountability
• Workflow Management
• Month-End Closing
• Credit Card Reconciliations
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting
• Accounting Records
• Accounting Software
• Accounting Systems
• Accrual Accounting
• Behavioral Interviewing
• Decision Making
• Consulting
• Training And Development
• Data Entry
• Finance
• Financial Data
• Financial Statements
• Sales Tax
• Leadership
• Internal Communications
• Employee Onboarding
• Operations
• Time Management
• Tax Preparation
• Team Building
• Zoho Office Suite
• Scheduling
• Process Improvement
• Filing
• Prioritization
• Personal Integrity

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Administrative
• Staff Accountant
• Accountant (General)
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors