Co-op Financial Reporting

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Financial Reporting

Location: Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Temporary, Full-Time (Winter 2027 Co-op term: January- April 2027)

Closing Date: September 28, 2026

Are you interested in how financial results are communicated, analyzed, and reported within a large organization?

As a Financial Reporting Co-op Student, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience supporting the team responsible for preparing Nova Scotia Power's annual financial reporting and disclosure requirements.

During the Winter 2027 Co-op term, you'll work alongside experienced finance professionals, contributing to real financial reporting projects while developing a strong foundation in accounting, audit, and reporting practices. You'll collaborate with teams across the business to gather and validate financial information, support year-end reporting activities, and learn how accurate financial reporting helps inform business decisions and maintain stakeholder confidence.

This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing a career in accounting, finance, or professional reporting, particularly those considering a future CPA designation. You'll gain exposure to industry-leading financial systems, strengthen your technical skills, and see firsthand how accounting concepts are applied in a real business environment.

What you'll do:

• Support the preparation of annual financial reporting requirements, including financial statements, Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A), Annual Information Forms, regulatory reporting packages, and pension financial statements.
• Assist with gathering, validating, and organizing financial information from various business areas.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Create and maintain documentation to support internal control and audit requirements.
• Follow established reporting processes and checklists to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with finance team members and business partners to support reporting activities and deadlines.
• Gain exposure to accounting and disclosure management software, including Oracle Fusion and Certent Disclosure Management.
• Support additional finance projects and initiatives as required.

Who you are:

We're looking for a motivated student who enjoys problem-solving, working with data, and learning how finance supports business success. You will be a strong candidate if you:

• Are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Have completed at least the second year of your program.
• Have an interest in financial reporting, auditing, corporate finance, or accounting processes.
• Are comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Have strong attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Are able to organize information, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Communicate professionally and collaborate well with others.
• Have previous experience supporting an accounting or finance function (considered an asset).

What we offer:

• Networking & Growth: Join a network of current and former co-op students and build connections through events such as keynote speaker series, coffee chats, volunteer opportunities, and social activities.
• Comprehensive Onboarding: Start your term with confidence through our engaging onboarding program, which includes facilitated group orientation sessions, a Student Handbook, and a Technology Guide designed to set you up for success from day one.
• Professional Mentorship: Learn from experienced accounting and finance professionals while participating in team meetings and gaining exposure to real business challenges.
• Community Engagement & Giving Back: Get involved through mentoring opportunities, employee resource groups, volunteer programs, fundraising-matching initiatives, and various committees that support the communities where we live and work.
• Meaningful Project Experience: Contribute to important financial reporting activities that help support organizational decision-making and regulatory requirements.
• Hands-On Learning & Development: Develop practical experience with financial reporting processes, audit requirements, internal controls, reconciliations, and industry-standard financial systems.
• CPA-Focused Experience: Build knowledge and skills that can support future professional accounting goals and preparation for a CPA career path.

Click here to learn what some of our current & former students have to say about their experience with us!

Learn more about our culture & values:

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help Emera to safely deliver cleaner, reliable energy to our customers and we'll help you become a leader of tomorrow! If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you.

Sound like the right opportunity for you? Here's How You Apply:

Apply by Monday, September 28, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you by:

• Clicking on the 'APPLY NOW' button in this job posting.
• Attaching your resume, cover letter or motivation, and your transcript as one single file.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach us at [email protected]

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.