Financial Planning & Analysis Co-op Student

Our Finance team has over 200 finance professionals supporting our diverse group of Companies. We have a long-standing Student Work Term Program focused on providing students with hands on experience in a progressive future focused finance team. We are a proud CPA (Chartered Professional Account) Training Program office.

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Student position provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in corporate finance, business analysis, and strategic decision-making while working alongside experienced finance professionals. Students will gain exposure to financial planning processes, performance reporting, forecasting, and data-driven insights that support business operations across a large and diversified organization.

• Assist with benchmarking, reporting, and financial analysis to support decision-making

• Participate in the review and analysis of quarterly financial reporting packages

• Contribute to the preparation of internal and external presentation materials and business insights

• Utilize tools such as TM1, Tableau, CapIQ, and Bloomberg to enhance reporting, automate workflows, and improve data accessibility

• Support special projects and ad hoc analysis with a focus on delivering meaningful financial insights

• Please include your transcript along with your resume in your application

• University Business, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related student in good academic standing

• Available for the Winter 2027 Work Term

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with data

• Interest in pursuing a career in Finance, Accounting, Business Analysis, FP&A, or a related field

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.