Halifax Port Authority (“HPA”)
A Finance Co-op Student is required for the Finance Department to assist in departmental processes. This would be an excellent experience for a student currently enrolled in an accounting program to gain further understanding of the business needs of the finance/accounting department.
The main responsibilities include:
• Assigning commodity codes, reviewing coding on invoices, etc.
• Assisting in special projects as required
• Assisting with revenue billings when required
• Entering Account Payable invoices and batches
• Reconciling supplier statements
Other miscellaneous duties include:
• Updating various listings, subscriptions, memberships, mileage, etc.
• Assistance with yearly data collection and other adhoc projects.
• Other clerical duties as assigned
The successful student must be detailed orientated, organized and thorough. The student must also be proficient in: Excel, Word and PowerPoint. A student enrolled in a business program with a focus in accounting or finance is considered an asset.
The term of this position will be from May 5, 2025, until August 29, 2025.
The compensation for this student position will vary depending on program and year of study. The minimum student rate is $20.50 per hour.
The successful student will be subject to successfully completing and maintaining a Criminal Record Check and must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Restricted Area Pass (RAP).
If you are seeking a student opportunity, please send a cover letter and résumé by e-mail in confidence to:
Human Resources
Halifax Port Authority
humanresources@porthalifax.ca
Applications should be received no later than Monday, January 27, 2025. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the posting deadline. We thank all applicants and ensure that all inquiries will be treated confidentially; only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. The Halifax Port Authority welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada. If you are a member of one of the above groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your cover letter, or resumé. If you would like to receive this job posting in French, please reach out to us directly for a translated copy.
The Halifax Port Authority (HPA) stewards’ key federal infrastructure and waters at the Port of Halifax as spaces for economic growth, innovation, tourism, and community. The Port’s three main lines of business are cargo, cruise, and real estate.
Our deep harbour and advanced infrastructure mean that Halifax is the only Eastern Canadian port capable of accommodating Ultra Class ships and the largest container vessels to call at any port in Canada.
Sustainability is built into every facet of the port and how we operate. We make connections between the Port and the community as One Port City, including support for opportunities and partnerships with underrepresented communities. Our sustainability commitment balancing economics, community and the environment is shaping our approach and positioning us as an industry leader and trusted partner.
A recent analysis showed the activity the Port of Halifax contributes billions of dollars to the economy of Nova Scotia and supports more than 25,000 jobs.
Join our dynamic team today. We work together with strong partners and stakeholders to connect and grow opportunities. Learn more at www.porthalifax.ca.
HPA Guiding Principles
Everyone at Halifax Port Authority is expected to carry out their work in a manner consistent with our guiding principles:
• Be One Port City
• Collaborative & Engaged
• Future Focused
• Sustainable
• Trusted Partner
We believe that when everyone collaborates, we can achieve our vision to be Canada’s Preferred Gateway and our Mission to connect