Accounting Co-op Summer 2026

Position Title: Global Finance - Accounting Co-op - Summer 2026
Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time
Grade: Grade 02
Requisition ID: 39675
Finance and Accounting Co-Op
Summer 2026 Work Term
Toronto, Ontario
In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.
About the role .
McCain Foods proudly offers a Pre-approved Program by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario, which enables individuals to fulfill the necessary practical experience requirements in full.
We seek an accounting intern who aspires to pursue a CPA designation in accounting. This is an opportunity to join the McCain team in our Toronto office starting in May 2026 and working through August 2026. At McCain, we operate under a hybrid model, with three days spent in the office and the remainder working remotely.
In this role, the successful individual will be assigned to one of our pre-approved rotations, as outlined below, gaining the qualifying practical experience necessary to become a Chartered Professional Accountant. The individual will act as a partner to support the day-to-day operations of one of the respective teams they are assigned to: Financial Reporting, Internal Audit, Financial Planning and Analysis, or Corporate Taxation. These teams play a crucial role in McCain's operations and are integral to producing and maintaining accurate financial information within McCain. You will also have the opportunity to gain insight into several business areas. This is an existing vacancy for McCain which is actively seeking to be hired.
What you'll be doing.
The candidate will be assigned to one of the following Global Finance teams:
FINANCIAL REPORTING

• Research complex accounting issues and recommend treatment
• Assist with consolidated quarterly and annual financial reporting for 100+ entities in multiple currencies
• Collaborate with external auditors and provide working papers (summer term)
• Assist in preparing statutory reports for specific jurisdictions

INTERNAL AUDIT

• Conduct financial and operational reviews and create detailed audit reports
• Plan and execute audits to identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities
• Develop risk assessments and audit methodologies to assess the control environment
• Establish Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) processes and access controls

FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS

• Assist with monthly performance reporting and investigate variances
• Analyze regional and segment performance for improvement recommendations
• Prepare and analyze quarterly/annual forecasts
• Support critical strategic projects

TAXATION

• Prepare corporate income tax returns for low-complexity subsidiaries
• Preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions under IFRS
• Assist with transfer pricing compliance and documentation
• Calculate exempt surplus/safe income for McCain-owned companies

Qualifications:

• 2nd or 3rd year university student, enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Interest in obtaining CPA designation
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks with strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proficiency in the English language

Skills:

• Demonstrated qualities of integrity and trust
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Adeptness at working effectively within a team
• Sharp analytical capabilities with keen attention to detail
• A results-driven, hands-on, self-motivated work approach

About the team .
This position is part of the Global Finance team. There is so much to learn and grow in, and we love teaching you what we do! Working within our Global Finance team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with and support various global and regional teams, fostering a dynamic environment that allows you to connect and gain insights into McCain's business operations. We are dedicated to cultivating a positive and supportive workplace, committed to advancing your early career development and guiding you through your CPA journey. Join us for a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.
About McCain .
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Leadership principles .
At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
The McCain experience .
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we're better together.
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Compensation Package: $25.00 - $30.50 CAD hourly wage equivalent, paid salary.
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs.
Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Due to the duration of this role, you will not be eligible for traditional benefits through our programs. McCain's early careers programming offers a multitude of learning experiences aimed at advancing your career in the future.
Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
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Job Family: Finance
Division: Global Finance
Department: Corporate Accounting
Location(s): CA - Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)