Summer Intern - Accounting

Head Office - Toronto, ON

JOB TYPE

4-month Internship, Hourly

Position Summary

Primaris REIT is seeking an Accounting Intern to join our team in downtown Toronto between May - end of August 2025. You will aid and gain practical experience in the accurate accounting of our commercial real estate portfolio and will report to the Manager, Accounting.

Role

• Support monthly accounting activities including month-end close, GST & QST returns, bank reconciliations, etc.
• Help to prepare operating and capital budgets/reforecast and perform variance analysis.
• Support reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with audit requests
• Assist with preparing presentation materials.
• Participation in projects and other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and accounting software is an asset
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Pro-active and a self-starter with demonstrated organisational capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) to work in a team environment
• Curiosity with an eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
  
  

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to a dynamic corporate environment and accounting processes in commercial real estate
• Networking opportunities with professionals to build your industry knowledge
• Mentorship from experienced team members
• Possibility of future career opportunities within the company
  
  

Competencies

• Communicate clearly, concisely, professionally and convey active listening and openness
• Build positive relationships and demonstrate commitment and effort
• Produce accurate work with attention to detail
• Take ownership for actions, accept constructive criticism and make the necessary changes to behavior
• Overcome obstacles to get the job done, identify problems and recommend solutions
• See change positively and adapt quickly to change in work requirements
  
  

Values

• Respect: Value diverse perspectives, experiences and talents; treat others the way you would want to be treated
• Empowerment: Use the means provided to carry out responsibilities to the best of your ability and to implement creative ideas
• Integrity: Do the right thing, deliver on commitments and admit mistakes
• Teamwork: Work together as one team toward common goals
• Accountability: Hold yourself and others accountable for decisions and results
  
  

Next Step

If your background matches the qualifications listed above and you are looking for an opportunity with a dynamic team, with your resume attached please Apply Here. Please note that we thank all who apply however only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Primaris is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities in the course of employment, including in recruitment and hiring. If, as a result of a disability, you require accommodation in order to apply for this role and/or participate in the recruitment process, please contact us here.

Primaris REIT is seeking an Accounting Intern to join our team in downtown Toronto.