AbCellera is breaking the barriers of conventional drug development to propel antibody-based medicines from target to clinic. We are a team of scientists, engineers, creatives, and business professionals who believe that advancing science enhances lives. We have developed technologies to unlock high-value drug targets, including antibody-drug conjugates and T-cell engagers for cancer, and complex transmembrane proteins for indications such as metabolic and endocrine conditions, pain, and autoimmunity.

We are looking for a motivated and talented individual currently pursuing a degree in Commerce, Finance, or a related field to join our Accounting and Risk Assurance & Advisory (RAAS) teams as a co-op or intern for an 8 month term, starting in May 2025.

Throughout your time in this role you will be exposed to various aspects of financial accounting, internal controls, compliance and risk management in a well enabled Finance team. Your areas of responsibility will include supporting:

• RAAS with the coordination and execution of SOX compliance programs and planned assurance and advisory engagements, including participation in enterprise risk management assessment workshops
• Operational Accounting in managing a portfolio of $650 million in cash and marketable securities, where you will play a crucial role in accurately recording cash transactions and ensuring the integrity of our financial records through the reconciliation process.

While in this on-site position, based in beautiful Vancouver, you will receive guidance and supervision from experienced team members within the Accounting and RAAS teams. The internship is designed to offer exposure to real-world projects and the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of antibody-based medicines from target to clinic within Canada.

How you might spend your days

• Contributing to the completion of the SOX compliance program by analyzing, reviewing, and testing accounting and financial controls as well as working with our external auditors
• Participating in the performance of different aspects of assurance and advisory engagements, including planning, executing and reporting
• Assisting with enterprise risk assessment workshops in support of the enterprise risk management assessment
• Applying basic accounting principles to routine business transactions and recording related journal entries
• Contributing to projects to support monthly and quarterly financial reporting rhythms
• Assisting with Canadian and US tax compliance filings and preparing documentation for audit requests
• Participating in projects to improve processes and controls across the finance department, including new system implementations
• Supporting on Enterprise Data capture initiatives to inform longer term forecasting 

We’d love to hear from you if

• You are working towards a degree in Business, specializing in accounting and/or finance
• You are working towards or interesting in pursuing an accounting designation
• You are goal driven and seek out continuous improvement opportunities
• You are a flexible and responsive individual who is able to adjust and prioritize accord to business demands and requirements
• You are a personable, adaptable and proficient team player
• You demonstrate behavior of transparency, accountability, agility, and learning from others 
• You have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• You have an interest in the biotech industry and are curious to learn more

What we offer

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $3,300 - $3,700 per month, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base pay, we offer a number of ways to support AbCellerites in maximizing their work-life synergy. You will have a vacation allowance as well as additional days off as part of our company-wide office closures (a real value to all!), and sick leave time while on your internship. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.

About AbCellera

AbCellera is a global company that discovers and develops antibody-based medicines that help people live longer, happier, and more productive lives. We are focused on bringing innovative medicines to patients, both by advancing our internal pipeline of programs and partnering with companies that have novel science or innovative technology.

And it all starts with our team. We’ve built a place where people feel they are part of something bigger than themselves. A place that exists to push the limits of science and technology, and aims to bring better therapies to patients.

We look for people with drive and energy. Idealists. People we love and people we trust. This may be unconventional, but it is the key to our success. 

To apply

Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job ID 23259 in your cover letter. We apologize in advance, but we receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview. 

Application deadline: November 29, 2024

Start date: May 1, 2025

Duration: 8 months

Location: Vancouver, BC

Workplace arrangement: On-site

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