Accounting Intern (Winter 2027)

Job summary

Perform bank reconciliations, support month-end and year-end accounting activities, prepare tax and regulatory filings, and assist with audits and financial reporting across multiple legal entities. Contribute to a process improvement or accounting automation project and maintain organized accounting records.

Job details

STATUS: Temporary – Full-time (Internship) LOCATION: Westmount, Montreal REPORTS TO: Accounting Manager / Corporate Controller Company Overview The Walter Group is a family-backed investment firm whose team members share the interest and values of the Somers Family. Comprised of talented teams of seasoned financial experts, the group internally manages a sizeable Portfolio of assets. Guided by a strong entrepreneurial spirit spanning multiple generations, the group embraces an activeand long-term approach to investing. Our teams bring passion to everything they do, and foster relationships based on trust, integrity, respect, and fairness. Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Intern to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a multi-entity environment within an investment firm. Working closely with the Controller, you will support various accounting and reporting activities, contribute to the integrity of financial information, and develop a strong foundation in corporate accounting. In addition to daily accounting tasks, the intern will be assigned a special project or process improvement initiative during the internship - designed to enhance systems, documentation, or efficiency within the accounting cycle. If you are eager to learn, enjoy working with numbers, and want to be part of the success of a growing investment firm, this internship is a great opportunity to make an impact. Key Responsabilities Perform monthly bank reconciliations for various legal entities Assist with month-end closing tasks, including preparation of journal entries, supporting schedules, and reconciliations. Support the team with monthly accruals and intercompany entries under a multi-entity structure. Prepare and file periodic GST/QST (TPS/TVQ) filings for applicable entities. Assist with the preparation and coordination of government and regulatory filings. Contribute to audit preparation, including gathering supporting documentation, organizing working papers, and assisting with auditor requests. Assist with year-end investor portfolio reconciliations and related schedules. Maintain a systematic and organized filing system for documents and records of all legal entities. Perform ad hoc analyses and financial reporting projects as required. Contribute to a process improvement or accounting automation project, aimed at enhancing efficiency or accuracy in financial operations. Qualifications Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in accounting Bilingual (French and English) Ability to work effectively under a multi-company structure Team and service-oriented mindset Organized and detail-oriented In-depth knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel Key Soft Skills Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Curiosity and willingness to learn quickly and adapt to new software and processes. A self-starter who takes initiative and ownership of assigned tasks. Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues in a fast-paced environment. WHY BECOME AN INTERN AT WALTER? Renowned asset management firm that promotes intern development by engaging them in various projects Modern offices including a private gym with amenities (showers and lockers) Participation in corporate events Easy public transport access (next to Atwater station) Snacks, fresh fruit, barista-style coffee And much more! How To Apply Interested candidates should apply through their respective university’s career services or by sending their candidacy to resume@waltercm.ca. Please submit PDF files. It must include the following documents: Cover letter mentioning: Your interest to join WALTER What makes you an interesting candidate CV, including your complete contact information Most recent university transcript Walter’s business units are passionate about what they do and foster relationships built on trust, integrity, respect and fairness. We thank all candidates for their interest in Walter. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Perform bank reconciliations, support month-end and year-end accounting activities, prepare tax and regulatory filings, and assist with audits and financial reporting across multiple legal entities. Contribute to a process improvement or accounting automation project and maintain organized accounting records.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in accounting and be bilingual in French and English. They should be organized, detail-oriented, proficient in Microsoft Office—especially Excel—and able to collaborate effectively in a multi-company environment.

Benefits

• Private Gym
• Corporate Events
• Snacks
• Fresh Fruit
• Barista-Style Coffee

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Bilingual communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Bank Reconciliations
• Month-End Closing
• Journal Entries
• Accruals
• Intercompany Accounting
• GST/QST Filings
• Regulatory Filings
• Audit Preparation
• Investor Portfolio Reconciliations
• Financial Reporting
• Process Improvement
• Accounting Automation
• Microsoft Excel
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Bilingual Communication

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics

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