2025 Assurance - FSO External Audit Co-op - Toronto

EY

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
What if your career could have a lasting impact on you, and on the world?Here at EY, you'll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We'll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you'll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, - all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.The opportunity: your next adventure awaitsOur Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected, and influential organizations in the industry. As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills and experience to give companies, investors, and regulators confidence in the validity of financial statements and business-critical information or processes. Groups (or, as we call them, sub-service lines) within Assurance include External Audit, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, Financial Accounting Advisory Services and Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services.By joining our Assurance - Financial Services Organization (FSO) External Audit Group you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements, timely and constructive discussion with management on accounting and reporting matters, and a robust and clear perspective to audit committees.Key responsibilities as a co-op or intern student in our FSO Audit practice are to recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of a clients' financial statements. After training, we expect our employees to clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, client's engagement history, and planned audit approach. While completing day to day tasks we hope that all employees will challenge procedures used in the past and attempt to enhance audit techniques from year to year. Our people will also assist with the development of others through teamwork, integrity, and leadership.As we are client facing, we expect our co-ops and interns to demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client's environment. To maintain a strong client focus, be responsive to client requests, and to develop/maintain productive working relationships with client personnel. Students working for us should keep up to date on current business/economic developments relevant to the client's business and collaborate with team members to set goals and responsibilities for the audit.If you're ready to build on your potential, develop as an assurance professional, and join a growing team, this role is for you. Sound interesting? Well, this is just the beginning. Visit our website to learn more.What we look for
  • You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We're looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
  • You are curious and purpose driven. We're looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.
  • You are inclusive. We're looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.
  • Qualifications:
  • Be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting; on track to complete all prerequisite courses and requirements to begin the CPA PEP program upon graduation
  • Have advanced written and verbal communication skills
  • Possess strong dedication to teamwork
  • Be committed to integrity within a professional environment
  • Quebec based roles involve interaction with clients operating nationally and globally where fluency in French and English is required. Bilingualism in both French and English is therefore a requirement of this role
What's in it for you
  • Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
  • Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds - both professionally and culturally.
  • Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
  • Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients, and society - building a better working world, together.
  • Hours worked at EY in this group will count towards your CPA designation.
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards package that incorporates medical & health benefits, including $5,000 for mental health and a pro-rated fitness allowance for your time at EY.
What you can expect
  • We are currently accepting co-op and intern applications for our Assurance - Financial Services Organization External Audit Group for October 2025.
  • To apply, please create a profile, and submit your most recent cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts as one single PDF document.
  • Within a week of submitting your PDF application, you will be provided with a link to complete the video component of your application. You will have 48 hours to complete this video. All candidates must complete this video as part of the application process.
  • Successful applicants will be contacted for behavioral interview(s) with members of our Assurance practice and/or Talent Attraction and Acquisition team.
Diversity and Inclusion at EYDiversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.Find out why time and again we're recognized as one of Canada's top employers. To learn more about career opportunities with us, visit us at ey.com/careers.Please note: Due to high volumes of applicants and varying local deadlines. Only successful applicants moving forward to an interview will be contacted.

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