YorkU IEP - Accounting Projects
Experience scope
Categories
Accounting Financial services Risk, audit and complianceSkills
auditing financial statements international finance tax planning accounting systems finance ethical standards and conduct risk analysis detail oriented financial controlsYork University's Bridging Program for Internationally Educated Professionals (IEP) – Accounting Stream – offers an opportunity for employers to collaborate on real-world accounting and finance projects while supporting motivated newcomers transitioning into the Canadian workplace.
Participants in this stream bring a minimum of three years of international professional experience in accounting, finance, or auditing. They are now deepening their skills through specialized training in Canadian business practices, tax law, auditing, and financial systems.
By collaborating with our learners, your organization will benefit from:
- Expertise in financial reporting, auditing, taxation, and strategic accounting.
- Experience with international financial regulations and tools, now enhanced by Canadian-specific training.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and a strong foundation in ethical and compliance standards.
- Learners who are actively preparing for CPA Ontario and other professional designations.
These professionals are eager to contribute to Canadian organizations while gaining valuable local work experience in accounting and finance roles.
More info about the stream and sample courses can be found here:
Learners
Learners will engage in applied, real-world projects that align with their coursework and professional goals. These projects allow them to apply accounting concepts learned in class to real business contexts. We're open to discussing alternative formats for deliverables to ensure they meet both your organization’s needs and our learners’ academic requirements.
Examples include:
Outcomes:
- Learners will research, analyze, and implement accounting or financial solutions tailored to your business.
- They will gain Canadian work experience, industry exposure, and familiarity with local accounting practices.
Deliverables (examples):
- Financial reports or forecasts
- Budgeting models or cost analysis
- Tax planning documents or research summaries
- Audit plans or risk assessments
- Process documentation for accounting systems
- Recommendations for financial controls or internal audits
- Dashboards, Excel templates, or accounting workflows
Deliverables will be co-developed with employer input and finalized at the beginning of the project.
Project Examples
Requirements
We welcome small-to-medium-scale projects that offer practical learning while contributing to your business needs. Ideal project types for our learners include:
Accounting-Focused Projects:
- Assist with month-end or year-end reporting.
- Analyze cost structures and recommend cost-saving measures.
- Review tax obligations and prepare filing support for small businesses.
- Help develop financial planning and budgeting tools.
- Design internal audit plans or update compliance checklists.
- Support the implementation or optimization of accounting software tools.
Audit & Assurance Projects:
- Conduct risk assessments or internal control evaluations.
- Review documentation for audit readiness or internal compliance.
- Create process maps for audit trails and data integrity checks.
These projects help our learners build Canadian experience and expand their professional networks, while delivering valuable insights and tools to your organization.
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience: