Support audits by coordinating evidence, documentation, and examples. * Identify, resolve, or escalate unusual business trends and issues. * Respond to internal and external inquiries in a ...
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Support audits by coordinating evidence, documentation, and examples. * Identify, resolve, or escalate unusual business trends and issues. * Respond to internal and external inquiries in a ...
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External Audit Intern information
What is an external audit intern?
External Audit Interns are students or recent graduates who support audit teams at public accounting or professional services firms. Their primary role is to assist in the examination of financial statements of client organizations to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. They typically perform tasks such as gathering and analyzing financial data, testing transactions, and preparing audit documentation under the supervision of experienced auditors. This internship provides hands-on experience in the audit process and helps interns develop technical and professional skills relevant to a career in accounting or auditing.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an external audit intern?
To thrive as an External Audit Intern, you need a solid grasp of accounting principles, analytical abilities, and attention to detail, typically supported by coursework in accounting or finance. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, audit software (such as CaseWare or IDEA), and basic knowledge of GAAP or IFRS is often required. Strong communication, teamwork skills, and a proactive attitude help you stand out when collaborating with clients and audit teams. These skills ensure accurate audit processes, compliance with standards, and effective client service during fast-paced audit cycles.
What are some common challenges faced by external audit interns during their assignments, and how can they effectively overcome them?
External Audit Interns often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines during busy audit seasons, quickly adapting to different client industries, and learning complex audit software. Balancing multiple tasks while ensuring accuracy in documentation can be demanding. To overcome these challenges, interns should proactively seek feedback, communicate regularly with their team, utilize organizational tools, and take initiative in asking questions. Collaboration and a willingness to learn from experienced auditors are key to a successful internship experience.
Full-time
Posted 2 days ago
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Key responsibilities
Investigate, analyze, and process policy exceptions in the reinsurance administration system.
Support small to medium-sized projects and data cleanup initiatives, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
Develop and/or automate key management reports using SQL, Power BI, Power Automate, Python, and other tools.
Job description
**Please note there are specific application instructions required to be considered for this role**
Application Instructions:
Please submit your resume, academic transcript, and work term evaluation in one PDF file.
In your resume, please indicate your Toronto or Waterloo and Summer 2027
At Manulife, we believe in investing in the future - starting with you. Our Co-op Program is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.
As a Co-op student, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting key business operations, analytics, reporting, and process improvement initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to develop valuable technical and business skills while collaborating with experienced professionals in a supportive and dynamic learning environment.
Our co-op program offers more than just experience; you'll join a vibrant community, participate in engaging events, receive personalized mentorship, and build a professional network while contributing to meaningful work that impacts our business.
Position Responsibilities:
- Investigate, analyze, and process policy exceptions in the reinsurance administration system.
- Support small to medium-sized projects and data cleanup initiatives, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
- Develop and/or automate key management reports using SQL, Power BI, Power Automate, Python, and other tools.
- Support audits by coordinating evidence, documentation, and examples.
- Identify, resolve, or escalate unusual business trends and issues.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with various departments across the organization.
Required Qualifications:
- Working towards a degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of insurance and reinsurance principles, practices, and trends.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with SQL, Python, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
- Experience leveraging AI-based tools.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Who are you?
- You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new opportunities and challenges.
- You put customers at the center of everything you do.
- You are curious and continuously seek innovative ways to improve processes and outcomes.
- You thrive in collaborative environments and believe that working together drives success.
- You take ownership of your work and approach challenges with an entrepreneurial mindset.
- You act with integrity and speak up when needed.
- You foster an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.
When you join our team:
- We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
- We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
- As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
- As part of our co-op program, you will gain early access to Manulife's premier early talent program, Graduate Recruitment Opportunities (GRO), tailored to graduating students. This program is designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive.
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About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.
Working Arrangement
Hybrid