Accounting Co-op Student

Employment Type: Student

Requisition Number: STUDENT00871

CNOOC International, the international division of CNOOC Limited, the largest producer of offshore crude oil and natural gas in China and one of the largest independent oil and gas exploration and production companies in the world. As the international division, our portfolio is made up of assets in some of the world’s most significant basins in Asia, Africa, the Americas, Europe and the Middle East. Our business is focused on safely exploring and producing from conventional offshore, unconventional and oil sands assets. As part of the CNOOC Group of companies, which span the entire energy supply chain, our size and capability create a competitive advantage that ensures we deliver long-term value. Our growth strategy is to safely and sustainably develop our high-quality portfolio to deliver energy for all.

As one team, we have the capability, assets and drive to realize our potential. And with operations in over 20 countries, we are all united by our vision to deliver energy for all.

Why CNOOC International?

At CNOOC International, we take pride in our corporate culture. From East to West, we foster an ethical, responsible and safety-first mindset to build trust among our stakeholders. Bold ideas, diverse perspectives and the determination to fuel our success are what set us apart. A career at CNOOC International is about moving forward – learning new skills, broadening experiences and making meaningful contributions. We offer an unprecedented opportunity for growth and development. From personal career development that enables you to fulfill your potential, to employee programs that help you make the most of life outside of work, we care for our people and it shows. Working for us means no matter what you do, you have the ability to make an immediate impact. Your contributions are rewarded with a highly competitive compensation and training that will open doors to your future. In return for your hard work, tenacity and contributions, you can expect an array of benefits.

Location: Calgary, Alberta

You may be eligible to receive relocation assistance.

Start Date: May 4, 2020;

Work Term Length: 8 or 12 months;

Education:

• 3rd year Bachelors in Accounting or Business or Finance

Eligibility:

• Students must be enrolled in a formal co-op/internship program with their post-secondary institution

Number of positions available: 1

We’re seeking a Accounting Co-op Student to join our team. Reporting to the Team Lead - Marketing Operations Accounting, you´ll be working with a dedicated team of employees across North America. During your work term, we will push you to be your best by exposing you to challenging projects and giving you the opportunity to take ownership of your work term. You will gain practical experience, develop technical skills to complement your academic learning, and gain exposure to future opportunities at our company. To succeed, you’ll need to cultivate and communicate a clear vision and set goals for yourself, whilst also juggling individual country specific targets.

Some of the key responsibilities of the Accounting Co-op Student will be:

• Daily bank account monitoring;
• Preparation of payment runs;
• Posting Incoming Cash;
• Confirm price and settlement amounts with 3rd parties;
• Accurate and timely invoicing throughout the month and during Canadian and US settlements;
• Perform variance analyses of cash forecasts vs. actual settlements vs. SAP interfaced amounts;
• Prepare Treasury Summary for Cash Management purposes;
• Resolving payable/receivable discrepancies by communicating to 3rd party clients and internal teams;
• Prepare and analyze marketing's financial information for management reporting purposes;
• Prepare and book entries to SAP on a monthly basis;
• Participate in the monthly account reconciliation process;
• Respond to queries and provide information to internal and external auditors.

To be eligible for our co-op student program, you must be enrolled in a co-op/internship program sponsored by an accredited postsecondary institution.

Who are we looking for?

Successful candidates will not only have a strong academic background, but also excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team, a flexible attitude and the drive and desire to deliver results. Beyond that, we are interested in hearing from candidates with the following:

• Strong safety mindset;
• Motivation to achieve and exceed superior results;
• Strong obligation to accountability;
• Demonstrated effective decision-making skills;
• Innovative with “can do” attitude;
• Values feedback as a learning tool;
• Ability to collaborate without boundaries and align with a team to achieve highest quality results;
• Strong computer applications knowledge (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Comfort working in a fast paced, dynamic environment;
• Working knowledge of SAP is an asset;
• Previous experience in financial reporting and SOX control environment.

In return for your hard work, tenacity and contributions, you can expect a robust student employee development program that will accelerate your career and allow you to step in, step up and stand out.

As part of your application, please ensure to:

• Indicate if you are enrolled in a co-op or internship program
• Include your co-op coordinator's contact information (name, email, phone)
• Indicate if you are available for the full work term
• Include your GPA and expected graduation date
• Upload your resume, cover letter and a copy of your most recent unofficial university transcript as one document

Please note that this position will remain open until a successful candidate has been chosen.

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