Accountant II, CPA Rotational Program

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Edmonton, AB, CAN
In-Office
Entry level
Real Estate • Financial Services
The Role
Participate in a 30-month CPA rotational accounting program across real estate operations, valuations, investment finance, corporate finance, and internal audit. Responsibilities include financial analysis, reporting, controls, valuation, process improvement, business partnership, scheduled reporting, and ad hoc analysis. The role requires applying GAAP, IFRS, and Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards while developing technical skills in Excel, SQL, Power BI, Aladdin, and SimCorp Dimensions toward CPA designation.
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CLOSING DATE:

October 6, 2026

Opportunity

AIMCo's CPA Rotational Program offers meaningful, hands-on experience across teams that support AIMCo's financial operations. Through multiple rotations, you will develop practical skills in financial analysis, reporting, controls, valuation, process improvement, and business partnerships. You will also a broader understanding of how teams across AIMCo work together while progression towards your CPA designation.
This 30-month rotational accounting program will start in May 2027. As you complete your CPA Professional Program and pursue your CPA designation, you and your managers will focus on completing CPA tasks statements in key development areas and will receive support and assistance from your team and mentors.

**NOTE this role will close at 11:59 PM MST on October 5, 2026.

Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will evolve as you proceed through your rotations. You will learn the day-to-day operations of each group, complete scheduled reports, and gain experience using Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL), Power BI, Aladdin by BlackRock, and SimCorp Dimensions (SCD). You will learn to ensure Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are being adhered to across the organization. You will learn how we apply these standards on prescribed basis of accounting for our clients who report using different accounting frameworks.


As your knowledge and experience grow, you will work on more ad hoc requests and be expected to identify efficiencies and implement process changes with the support of your team members. As you develop trust and exhibit a high attention to detail, your responsibilities may increase throughout each rotation stream.

Possible Rotations include: 

  • Real Estate Operations
  • Valuations
  • Investment Finance
  • Corporate Finance
  • Internal Audit

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
  • Completed required undergraduate education or equivalent work experience to be eligible to register for CPA Professional Program when employment begins. 
  • Awareness of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
  • Exposure to financial accounting and analytical projects is an asset.
  • Intermediate-to-advanced Microsoft Office Skills (Excel, PowerBI, Word, and PowerPoint).
  • Self-driven with a high degree of intellectual curiosity and a passion for continuous learning.
  • Demonstrated time-management skills and an ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Track record of academic success while balancing extracurricular activities.
  • Team-oriented with the ability to communicate in an effective and timely manner.
  • Previous AIMCo or financial institution experience is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to AIMCo’s core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity, and collaboration, and inspires the same in others.

Success Factors:

The CPA Rotational Program is designed to build a broad foundation through meaningful work, varied business exposure, and progressive responsibilities. Through multiple rotations, you'll gain firsthand exposure to different areas of the business, expand your professional network, and develop skills that will serve you well throughout your career. Each new rotation brings fresh opportunities to learn, solve complex problems, and contribute to meaningful work. With the support of mentors, leaders, and colleagues, you'll grow both personally and professionally while working toward your CPA designation.


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Next Steps

We are excited to meet you. Please submit your resume or CV to be considered for this opportunity. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and we will be in touch with any questions.

Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.

ALERT - Be on the lookout for AIMCo career opportunities advertised through third parties that request an application fee or too much information. To verify, all opportunities are posted on aimco.ca/jobs
 

At AIMCo, we draw upon the differences in who we are, where we come from and the way we think to deliver results for the Albertans who rely on us. We offer an inclusive, modern workplace where well-being is prioritized, and colleagues are enabled to do their best work. Our team members are motivated by our purpose and committed to creating long-term value for our clients and their beneficiaries.

Skills Required

  • Completed required undergraduate education or equivalent work experience sufficient to register for the CPA Professional Program at employment start
  • Awareness of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards, and International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Intermediate-to-advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Self-driven with intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning
  • Demonstrated time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Track record of academic success while balancing extracurricular activities
  • Team-oriented communication skills
  • Exposure to financial accounting and analytical projects
  • Previous AIMCo or financial institution experience
  • Commitment to AIMCo’s values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity, and collaboration
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The Company

What We Do

The Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) is a Crown corporation, owned by the Province of Alberta, and one of Canada's largest and most diversified institutional investment managers. AIMCo was established on January 1, 2008 with a mandate to provide superior long-term investment results for its clients, operating independently from the Government of Alberta. With assets under management of more than $190 billion, AIMCo invests globally on behalf of its Alberta-based pension, endowment, insurance and government fund clients, including the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

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