SECURE

Accounting - Student

SECURE  •  Red Deer, CA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

Summer positions will run May-August 2027. Co-op and Internship positions may extend beyond the summer term depending on the requirements of the academic program and the business. These terms may be 8, 12, or 16 months in length.

What We Need From You?

At SECURE, we roll up our sleeves and take on the tough stuff with grit, innovation, and teamwork. We’re looking for students who are:

  • Ready to embrace challenges and bring forward new ideas.
  • Determined, resilient, and driven to see tasks through.
  • Adaptable and resourceful, with a strong ability to collaborate.
  • Motivated to perform at a high level and support the team.

To be eligible for the SECURE Student program, you must:

  • Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution and available from May to August.
  • Be legally entitled to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent residency, or a valid work permit.
  • Complete a Medical and/or Alcohol and Drug test if the role is considered safety-sensitive.

How to Apply

To be considered for the Student Program, you must submit one (1) combined PDF containing all required documents in the following order:

  • Cover Letter – Answer both prompts:
  • Why do you want to work for SECURE?
  • How does this position fit with your career goals?
  • Resume
  • Most Recent Transcripts (official or unofficial)

Applications that do not include all three documents in a single PDF may not be considered.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

This position supports SECURE’s Metals business segment at the Red Deer Metals Recycling Facility. The student will support the finance team in analyzing financial data, reconciling accounts, and assisting in cash management activities. The goal is to provide hands-on experience in corporate finance, while contributing meaningful insights and supporting the efficiency of team operations.

The successful applicant must reside in the Red Deer area or be willing to relocate at their own expense for the duration of the summer term.

This role is based out of Red Deer, Alberta.

The Team

You’ll be joining a collaborative finance team that plays a critical role in ensuring accurate reporting, effective cash management, and efficient operations across the organization. The team values precision, collaboration, and adaptability while supporting a wide range of financial functions.

Work Environment

This is a full-time summer student position based in Red Deer, Alberta, supporting SECURE's Metals business at the Red Deer Metals Recycling Facility. Working Monday to Friday, you'll collaborate with both finance and operations teams, gaining exposure to financial processes, inventory analysis, cash management, and business decision-making in an industrial environment. The role provides valuable hands-on experience while contributing to the success of a dynamic and growing business.

A Day in The Life

  • Assist with cash reconciliations and follow up on any discrepancies to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Support the preparation of financial statements by gathering and verifying data from various departments.
  • Conduct inventory and vendor analysis by reviewing costs, invoicing accuracy, and helping the team with new software implementation.
  • Collaborate with the AP team to ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices.
  • Participate in ad hoc financial projects and reporting requirements, adapting to evolving needs as they arise.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or Economics.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and assist in data-driven decision-making.
  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data handling and report preparation.
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Excel and experience with accounting or financial software is a plus.
  • Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills to work with multiple team members across the organization.
  • Team-Oriented: A collaborative mindset, ready to support various finance functions and adapt as priorities shift.

Application Deadline

Please submit your application by September 25, 2026. Only applicants submitted through SECURE’s career site will be acknowledged. Late submissions will not be accepted.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted.

What's in it for you

Why SECURE?

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth — for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team that takes pride in tackling tough challenges and making a meaningful contribution. We attract, retain, and motivate employees with competitive compensation and by recognizing performance.

We Got This.

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SECURE is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

SECURE

About SECURE

SECURE is a leading waste management and energy infrastructure business headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. SECURE's extensive infrastructure network located throughout western Canada and North Dakota includes waste processing and transfer facilities, industrial landfills, metal recycling facilities, crude oil and water gathering pipelines, crude oil terminals and storage facilities. Through this infrastructure network, SECURE carries out its principal business operations, including the processing, recovery, recycling and disposal of waste streams generated by our energy and industrial customers and gathering, optimization, terminalling and storage of crude oil and natural gas liquids. The solutions SECURE provides are designed not only to help reduce costs, but also lower emissions, increase safety, manage water, recycle by-products and protect the environment.

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Calgary, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
secure.ca
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