Job Description

Richter Toronto

Intern, Audit

Duration: 4 months (May 2027 – August 2027), Full-time
Location: Downtown Toronto, Bay Street

Richter is a Business | Family Office that provides strategic advice on business matters and families’ financial and personal objectives across generations. With close to 100 years of experience advising at the intersection of family and business, Richter has developed an integrated approach to help business owners achieve sustainable success. Whether business, personal, or both, Richter is uniquely positioned to address the needs of Canada’s most successful entrepreneurs, private clients, business owners, and business families, helping them chart a clear path to shape their legacy. Founded in 1926, Richter’s 600-person multidisciplinary team continuously innovates to create value for our people, clients, and community in Canada and the US.

The Role:

As a Summer Intern you will have the opportunity to work directly with clients, partners, managers and our diverse team of accounting and tax professionals on a variety of engagements and professional experiences, including:

• Intensive training for both internal and external engagements and projects
• Client contact to foster industry knowledge.
• Responsibility that encourages leadership.
• Diverse professional services that create challenging career paths and
• An opportunity to apply computer skills to hone proficiencies in MS Office, CaseWare, tax and accounting software applications.

Your personal attributes and aspirations:

• Reflect firm values of commitment to excellence and ethical conduct.
• Contribute to the strength of the team through effective collaboration.
• Possess exceptional technical skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and analyze information.
• Demonstrate problem solving capabilities including ingenuity, analytical skills and creativity.
• Ability to manage time and organize work to execute multiple responsibilities and meet tight deadlines.
• Achieves high client satisfaction through clear and concise written and oral communications.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Your Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, formulas), Word, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and ability to develop creative solutions (include examples in your CV or cover letter)
• Must be interested in pursuing the CPA designation; enrolment or intention to follow the CPA track is preferred
• Working knowledge of accounting or tax software (e.g., CaseWare, TaxPrep) is an asset
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

What We Offer

• A hybrid work environment in our Toronto office
• Access to a CFE Prep program, a dedicated mentor, paid study leave, and financial support to support your CPA designation journey
• Exposure to high-impact, real-world cases across a variety of industries
• The opportunity to become a strategic business partner with our clients, building relationships directly with entrepreneurs and businesses and providing meaningful advisory services
• Direct mentorship and training from senior professionals, with opportunities to develop your career supported by managers and firm partners
• A culture that values work-life balance, mental health, and well-being, including flexible hours and resources to support your personal journey
• Investment in continuing education and professional development through a variety of learning opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Employee and family access to a virtual healthcare network and Employee and Family Assistance Programs, including consultations with mental health professionals
• Talent referral bonus

The salary range for this position is $45,000–$57,500, and employees may also be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Compensation complies with applicable pay transparency legislation and is regularly reviewed to stay market competitive. Salaries within the range reflect individual contributions and are based on objective factors such as internal equity, experience, education, role scope, and required skills

Your Application

If you are motivated, dynamic, and ambitious, and are seeking a professional work environment that supports your learning and career growth, Richter is the place for you. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People since 2008, we are always looking for rising stars to join our team of strategic accountants, financial advisors, and business consultants. We are excited to connect with individuals who are eager to develop their careers in a mid-sized, family-oriented firm and have a strong interest in building and nurturing lasting client relationships.

Application Details

• Please submit your resume, cover letter, and unofficial school transcript

Our team is waiting for you! It’s your talent. Make it count! Apply today!