Student Placement Opportunity
Non-paid Summer Student

Position Summary

Durham Children’s Aid Society is seeking a post-secondary student to join our Finance and Accounting team as an Accounting Placement Student. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in financial operations and administrative functions that are essential to the success of our organization.

The student will receive practical exposure to the field of accounting, with tasks including processing accounts payable and accounts receivable, preparing government rebate applications (e.g., GST, Children’s Special Allowance), reconciling petty cash and vendor statements, and assisting with balance sheet reconciliations. Additional responsibilities include producing journal entries, preparing Health Coverage applications for children in care of the Society, performing computer data input and maintaining accurate financial records, documenting internal processes and procedures, and providing administrative support, including cross-departmental collaboration.

This placement is designed to help students deepen and apply their accounting knowledge, enhance their understanding of financial systems in a non-profit environment, and develop competencies that are transferable to any professional setting.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution (college or university) with a focus on Accounting or Finance.
• Basic knowledge of word processing programs.
• Working knowledge of Excel with excellent keyboarding skills and data entry experience.
• Available to work in-person at the DCAS office during the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Other Information

• Students must confirm with their placement coordinator that their post-secondary institution has an affiliation agreement with Durham Children’s Aid Society. For more information, please email hr@durhamcas.ca

Additional Information

• Candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background check before an offer of employment may be made. Proof of education is required.

About Us

Durham Children’s Aid Society has been supporting families and protecting children in our community since 1905. We are responsible for providing child protection services to children and youth under the age of 18, and their families, who live in Durham Region.

We work with families and our community partners to help children grow up safe and healthy. In most instances, we are able to keep children safe in their family home by working with their primary caregivers to address any challenges they may be facing.

Learn more about us at www.durhamcas.ca.

Our Commitment To Diversity

We strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. We actively seek candidates from First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, women, and people with differing abilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

What We Offer

We offer an inclusive work environment. Our office is well situated on Taunton Road and is transit accessible. Most positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with our Flexible Work Arrangement policy. We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package, including a defined benefits pension plan with the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS). Learn more at www.durhamcas.ca/careers.

Please apply through our career’s portal by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Careers - Durham Children's Aid Society (durhamcas.ca).

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.