Intern, Finance

3 weeks ago


North Vancouver, Canada Seaspan Full time

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada has embarked on one of the largest procurement projects since the Second World War. The NSS is a nation-building effort to create a sustainable Canadian shipbuilding industry, secure long-term job opportunities and build the next generation of ships for the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. Through its NSS–related work, Seaspan Shipyards is owning the redevelopment of our domestic shipbuilding industry on the West Coast and delivering on the promise of ships built in Canada, by Canadians.

The Intern, Finance will support financial close processes, provide operational assistance, and contribute to financial analyses and process improvement efforts.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 2 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver. 

What you'll do

Federal Fleet Renewal Invoicing & Cost Tracking

Generate FFR related invoices in accordance with contractual and internal requirements. Analyze and classify cost transaction data extracted from various systems which include but not limited to timekeeping applications, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE) General Ledger and Project Costing, material requirements planning system (IFS), SharePoint and various spreadsheets. Perform manual calculations and/or verify correctness of automated and system-generated revenue calculations. Assemble cost database files and supporting documentation by compiling data from various sources or preparing supporting schedules/calculations. Perform reconciliations and resolve data discrepancies to ensure accuracy of customer invoices. Prepare JDE invoice journals for posting and coordinate with Corporate Finance on reconciling payment receipts. Liaise with operational and financial personnel on relevant invoicing information. Assist in ensuring adherence to internal policies and controls that support current processes. Update various cost databases needed, identify any anomalies and perform/recommend corrective and preventive actions.

Financial Close Process

Support the Senior Finance Manager and New Construction Finance in completing month/quarter/year-end financial close process.

Financial Analysis & Operational Support

Assist with the weekly salaried employee timekeeping process. Coordinate quick hire and set up process for embedded contractors. Provide back up support to the weekly embedded contractor timekeeping process. Assist with delivering financial analyses, modelling, budgeting, forecasting and accounting services. Provide ad-hoc analyses in response to queries or to support various initiatives. Participate in process and procedure documentation. Contribute to process improvement efforts. Complete Statistics Canada requests for information and reports and submits to Senior Finance Manager for review and sign off. Prepare year-end accounting schedules and working papers as required including providing assistance in the preparation of additional working papers requested by the Senior Finance Manager for the annual external audit. Assists in any external audits or review (., Assurances Canada, SRED, .

What you'll bring

Enrollment in a Diploma or Bachelor’s Program in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Commerce. Proven ability to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports and analyses. Strong understanding of accounting concepts (particularly accruals and deferrals). Strong analytical skills and ability to complete accurate reviews of detailed information. Understanding of program/project management concepts and terminology. Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines. A self-starter, ability to work with minimal supervision. Intermediate computer skills, advanced Excel skills (macros, pivot table, lookups) and experience working with relational database programs. Working knowledge on enterprise resource programs (ERP); preference given to those with experience using JD Edwards Enterprise One and SAP Business Objects Web Intelligence or similar applications. Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey information to audiences with non-financial/accounting backgrounds. Well-developed interpersonal skills; ability to get along with diverse personalities and be a team player. Customer service oriented, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple client groups. Must be able to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program and Canadian Security clearance.

Why you’ll love working here 

A supportive learning environment, great team culture and hands-on experience and training. Opportunity to grow your career and connect with like-minded students.  Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver. 

Start Date of Internship: September 3rd, 2024  

End Date of Internship: December 20th 2024 

Application Closing Date: Thursday June 13, 2024 at 11:59pm PST.  Please note: if we receive a large volume of applications, we may need to close this posting ahead of the closing date, therefore, we recommend applying early. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

To learn more about our InternSHIP Program, visit our website:

Seaspan’s Internships are 4 months in duration. We require a full-time commitment Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week with an hourly rate of $26.00/hour.

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