Junior Accountant (Internship)

Hiring Range: 45 000-55 000/year for a 40 hour work week

Start date: August 2026

Please note that only candidates holding a valid Canadian work authorization and residing in BC will be considered for this position.

Behind the scenes at Cinesite

Cinesite is an international visual effects and animation studio with over 30 years of experience in the film and television industry. We take pride in producing cutting-edge, award-winning works. We operate as a collective, where excellence, expertise, and creativity are valued by all.

The crew you’ll join 

As part of the Finance department, the junior accountant will assist with the day-to-day operations of the department. They are responsible for a variety of duties, including preparing journal entries, maintaining the ledger, dealing with employee queries, reconciliations, and processing expenses. This position has no two days the same and will require the ability to adapt to the needs of the department.

The script

What your day will look like ?

• Serve as the primary point of contact for finance inquiries and queries 
• Maintain project and employee records in SAP.
• Manage accounts payable processes, including the AP inbox, vendor inquiries, payment runs, and bank payment setup.
• Process employee expense reports and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and sales journal while performing weekly bank reconciliations and monthly data integrity checks for the general ledger, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Participate to the month end process preparing intercompany entries, updating prepaid, capex, and capital lease working papers monthly and prepare related entries 
• Support with preparing payroll prepare the bi-weekly Payroll Journal Entry
• Prepare and file GST/HST, PST, and other sales tax remittances.
• Work closely with senior finance team members to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with year-end audits by preparing audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Prepare finance-related correspondence and departmental documentation.
• Support finance projects and continuous process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams and finance colleagues across locations.

 Your credits

• 1-2 years experience in a similar role with a solid understanding of accounting and bookkeeping 
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial systems/ERP software
• SAP ByDesign, as well as Google Workspace.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.

The filmmaking experience at Cinesite

• Immerse yourself in a creative and inspiring world where you evolve every day in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

• Maintain a balance between professional and personal life. 
• Actively contribute to Cinesite's success by sharing your expertise and passion with colleagues and Cinesite partners. 
• We have fully embraced hybrid work, offering our employees the flexibility to work from home, at the studio, or alternate between the two (with exceptions).
• Learn more about our culture here.

To Apply 

Candidate experience is at the heart of our processes, guided by our values of fairness, empathy, and transparency. If you want to be part of Cinesite's story, please submit your application online through this website. If your application is accepted, you will be contacted shortly. If your application is not selected for this position, it will remain on file for future opportunities.