Intern, Financial Planning (Network Operations)
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Intern, Financial Planning (Network Operations)
This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11,2026, until August 28, 2026.
Job Summary
The Financial Intern is responsible for providing financial oversight for the Network Operations Business Unit (BU). This position provides financial insights to build an improved business model, proactively driving value through informed and insightful decision-making, fostering a culture of cost consciousness, control, simplification, and continuous improvement.
Main Responsibilities
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting and analyzing capital and operating expenses
- Prepare year-end outlook (YEO) based on actual results and spending trends, and drive cost improvements with support from senior financial partners
- Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports on expenditures and key performance metrics, including various analysis as required
- Monitor, analyze and explain monthly operating results against budget and forecast
- Preparation and distribution of financial reports to BU, taxation and Accounting Property
- Preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts
- Assist in management of accrued liabilities in compliance with corporate accounting rules
- Prepare business cases, benefits identification and quantification and ROI analysis
Requirements
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, preparing business cases and productivity reports
- Accounting experience in journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparing financial reports
- Experience working in a CN business unit
- Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience
- Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance
- Initiates and drives organizational changes to enable business transformation
- Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
- Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
- Knows the business and stays current with industry trends to elevate expertise
- Influences by translating expertise into practical business outcomes
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Advanced knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), Essbase, business objects
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Education
- Working towards a bachelor's degree in accounting, commerce, or Business
- Charted Professional Accountant (CPA) or working towards
Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Sabbatical
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Pension
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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