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Intern, Trust Accounting (Fall 2024)

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Toronto

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in trust accounting or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple trust accounts
  • Experience with accounting software and systems, preferably in a trust accounting context (SAP, Frontier).

Responsibilities

  • Manage trust accounts, ensuring accurate and timely accounting of all trust transactions, including reconciliations and journal entries
  • Monitor and analyze trust account balances and activity, identifying and addressing any discrepancies or issues
  • Prepare financial reports and statements related to trust accounts, including tax-related documentation
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, auditors, and legal counsel, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and requirements
  • Provide guidance and support to other departments, such as legal and compliance, on trust accounting matters
  • Continuously review and improve accounting processes and systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy
  • Stay up to date with changes in accounting regulations and standards, and provide guidance to the team on any updates
  • Assist the Senior Trust Accountant or above with any additional tasks as necessary

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1967
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mackenzie Investments is a leading investment management firm providing investment advisory and related services to retail and institutional clients. Mackenzie’s heritage is one marked by innovation and thought leadership driven by expertise in asset management that creates financial success for investors. Today, we are building on that legacy with determined energy, forward thinking and innovative, timely ideas. Our progress is fueled by leading minds recruited from world-class institutions. With top talent, the stability of strong ownership, and an unwavering commitment to investor success, Mackenzie builds confidence in a changing world.