COOP Student - General Accounting

Job Title: Co-Op – General Accounting
Date Posted: October 26, 2026
Closing Date: November 16, 2026
Job Type: Student

Location: Calgary

Powering a bright future starts with you! 

At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.  

Oh, and, what do we do? 

We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting Alberta’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on. Want to join our team? We’re excited to share that we are hiring for a Co-Op Student to join our General Accounting team.

NOTE: The start date for this position is September 2027 for 12 months.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager, General Accounting, the successful candidate will work on daily task and projects in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, capital assets and financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Primarily support Accounting Payable team
• Scanning invoices to the automated AP system;
• Processing of invoices and purchase orders;
• Checking of reports;
• Monitor and processing emails in the accounting inbox;
• Vendor set up and modification.
• Communication with vendors and problem solving.
• Other vacation coverage and special project responsibilities will vary depending upon the projects, which are assigned, but may include reconciliations of accounts, analysis,
• Communication with other departments and problem solving.
• Verifying and entering journal entries; and
• Carrying out special projects or other duties as assigned which may include reconciliations, analysis, etc.
• All candidates must demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Requirements

• Completion of 2nd, 3rd or 4-year University in a Bachelor of Commerce program with a major in Accounting who is formally part of the Co-op program;
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; and
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Proven track record of good attendance and job performance.

Notes:

Candidates chosen for interviews will be asked to provide their unofficial transcripts.

Internal candidates can submit their resume internally via https://referrals.workable.com/altalink/jobs/

External candidates can submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).

AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process.  Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests.  Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink, however, only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. 

When you submit a job application to AltaLink, it will be accessible to AltaLink personnel involved in AltaLink’s hiring processes and the information will be used for recruitment. In addition, AltaLink relies on qualified third parties to assist in the hiring process and your information may be provided to them for this purpose.  By submitting your job application, you agree to the use of your personal information for these purposes.

At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

Benefits

• Social Club

• Onsite Parking