CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION - Business
Audit Team Assistant
This is a sample job description for an entry level position. It is based on actual job postings within Co-operative Education.
Fictitious company details, address and contact names have been used.
Company Name: BC Energy Auditing Company
Contact: Austen Power, Office Manager
1616 Still Creek Drive, Burnaby, BC
Job Title: Audit Team Assistant
Company Description:
BCEAC was founded in 1955 for the purpose of offering independent, objective assurance and
consulting services designed to add value and improve our client’s operations. This is accomplished
through operational audits based on a comprehensive audit program which includes risk based, cyclical
and compliance audits.
Duties/Responsibilities:
 Work as a member of the Audit team, being exposed to operational audit work and compliance
reviews throughout BC Energy Auditing
 Support the various audit managers, including duties such as:
o Operational Audit testing: life-cycle testing, data spreadsheet analysis, documentation
and information gathering
o Expense Claim and Policy Compliance Audits: planning, testing, manager interviews
and report writing
o Production of monthly and quarterly financial reports
 Gain experience with operations and compliance
 Learn about the utility industry and develop communication skills, computer skills and
professional judgement
Requirements/Qualifications:
 A 2nd or 3rd year Business, Accounting, Engineering, or Information Technology student
 Strong analytical skills, good judgement and the ability to learn quickly
 A basic understanding of accounting and auditing fundamentals
 Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
 Strong interpersonal and communication (both oral and written) skills
 The ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
 Work experience in a business environment is preferred