OverviewThe Accounting Services department of WorkSafeBC is looking for one highly motivated Co-op student, Accounting Services to join our team to help us strive towards our vision.The student will assist with the accounting and travel expense administrative functions in our department. This is an eight-month temporary opportunity starting in January 2027.How you'll make a difference:You'll apply what you've learned in your post-secondary program to benefit workers and employers across B.C.Working at WorkSafeBCWe serve the workers and employers across B.C., and we do best when we're together. It's how we collaborate, learn from one another, and develop our people.This role is based in our Richmond office five days a week.Like everything we do, our work model continues to evolve to support those we serve. We remain committed to a work model that strengthens our culture and helps us deliver our best work, while balancing flexibility and a positive employee experience.What you'll doOn Day 1 in this role, you will get a chance to meet your manager and get acquainted with your team. You will spend time setting up administrative and technological essentials, and completing onboarding tasks, including security and payroll setup.During your first week you will engage in a comprehensive onboarding program designed to equip you for success. You will be partnering and meeting with your manager and mentor to discuss your goals and align them with the team's vision. Additionally, you will learn how our department contributes to the overall business strategy and supports the organization's mandate. You will also work through the onboarding program alongside your supervisor for added guidance and support.Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:Perform travel expense administration with a policy focus,



expense analysis and Excel spreadsheet development activitiesPerform accounts payable and administrative related dutiesParticipate in ongoing projects relating to the needs of the team and operational activitiesGather data to perform analysis as requiredConduct reconciliations and verification of data and information from our internal and external clientsDocument procedures for any ad-hoc analysis and review and update training manual as neededSupport professional and administrative ad-hoc tasks related to the needs of the team such as event planning or meeting preparationIs this a good fit for you?We're looking for people who can:Demonstrate strong analytical skillsDemonstrate attention to detail and high level of accuracyCommunicate effectively, in writing and verballyDemonstrate robust interpersonal skills when interacting with all levels of managementDemonstrate strong organization and teamwork skillsDemonstrate strong time management skillsDemonstrate self-motivation and an ability to work with limited supervisionHear from past co-op students on what it's like to work here.Your background and experienceYou are a third- or fourth-year student enrolled in Accounting, Business Administration or in a related programYou have strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint requiredPrevious co-op or relevant work experience in an office and customer-facing environment is preferredA technical aptitude or passion for technology would be an asset (i.E. SharePoint, data experience)Important to knowBefore we can finalize any offer of employment,



you must:Consent to a criminal record check and successfully meet the criminal record clearanceConfirm you're legally entitled to work in CanadaConfirm you're a registered student at a post-secondary institution and participating in a work integrated learning program with your studiesWho we areAt WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We're honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.What's it like to work at WorkSafeBC?It's challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflect the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.Discover who we are.Our benefitsAs a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:4% in lieu of benefits4% in lieu of vacationSalary: $24.45/hourlyFind out what we offer.If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.

📌 Co-Op Student, Accounting Services (Richmond)
🏢 WorkSafeBC
📍 Richmond