TD CPA Leadership Associate Program - Audit & Finance Stream

Role Type:

Undergraduate

Work Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours:

37.5

Pay Details:

$75000 - $75000 CAD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. 

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Pay Details:
We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.

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Department Overview

The Internal Audit Division at TD is comprised of trusted audit professionals who interact with every part of the Bank to provide strategic guidance and independent oversight. Through due diligence, and with a strong sense of integrity, we help mitigate potential risks to our business. At the heart of audit is our specialization in all the businesses across the bank.

Safeguarding the Bank’s reputation of good governance depends on us.

We’re counted on to provide recommendations to enhance operational performance. We foster meaningful process improvements and ensure adherence to internal and external regulations. We crunch the data, consult with our partners and stakeholders and present our findings to mitigate the risks of today and around the corner and help keep our daily operations running smoothly for our customers.

The sixth largest bank by branches, TD houses over 95,000 colleagues worldwide who deliver legendary customer and client experiences to approximately 22 million customers. Our department helps the award-winning organization continually reinvest in itself and in our people to ensure future growth.

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About The Program

The TD Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Leadership Associate Program – Audit & Finance Stream, is an immersive 30-month program designed to help you step into our world of audit and finance. The goal of the program is to develop a leadership pipeline for individuals committed to pursuing a career in Audit at TD.

If you have a sharp analytical mind coupled with excellent communication skills and a tendency to get to the bottom of things, we want you to be part of our program.  

In this program you’ll rotate across Internal Audit and Finance in order to meet CPA task statements and expand your network, while gaining an understanding of Internal Audit and Finance at TD. Your rotations will consist of:

• Internal Audit (2x 8-month rotations): See the bank from the “third line of defense” perspective and deliver high quality assurance services to our diverse internal audit clients. Internal Audit Groups could include teams such as: TD Securities, Retail, IT, Wealth, and Finance.

And one rotation in either of:

• Chief Accountant’s Department (1x 14-month rotation): Gain exposure to the world of financial reporting and implementation of accounting policies in the organization, or
• Finance (1x 14-month rotation): Gain experience in planning, budgeting and forecasting in a TD Business Line Finance team, or
• Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (1x 14-month rotation): Gain experience delivering high quality assurance over the accuracy and reliability of TD's financial statements  

Please note that program structure rotations and their durations are subject to change and may be adjusted in response to updates and pending approvals from CPA Ontario, as they are announced. The 30 months duration of the program will include time for vacation, study and the CPA Professional Readiness Module.

Our CPA Leadership Associates also receive: 

• Full coverage of exam and module fees related to the CPA program 
• Internal and external training in preparation for CPA related exams

Please note that exams/modules/training is subject to change and may be adjusted in response to updates and approvals from CPA Ontario, as they are announced.  

What You’ll Do

No matter where you work at TD you’ll make a meaningful impact, grow your skills and thrive in our culture of care. Here’s what that means for each rotation in our program.

Make an Impact:

Gain hands-on experience across key finance functions by applying audit, accounting, and financial expertise to:

• Internal Audit: Execute audit engagements, assess control effectiveness, and deliver insights that enhance risk management and governance.
• Chief Accountant’s Group: Support accounting research, policy development, and implementation of new standards across the enterprise.
• Segment Finance: Perform financial analysis, reporting, and business partnering to support strategic decision-making.
• ICFR (Internal Controls over Financial Reporting): Evaluate and strengthen control frameworks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.

Across rotations, identify opportunities to enhance business processes, deliver actionable recommendations, and drive continuous improvement within your areas of responsibility.

Experience Growth

• Receive structured feedback and ongoing support from the CPA Program Lead, dedicated CPA Mentors and rotation host managers
• Participate in formal and informal performance assessments and targeted coaching during each rotation
• Build technical expertise through CPA-specific training, complemented by hands-on, on-the-job experience
• Develop the ability to manage multiple priorities, balancing competing deadlines and project demands
• Demonstrate initiative and a commitment to continuous learning and self-development across rotations

Cultivate Our Culture of Care

• Build a strong professional network across Internal Audit and Finance teams
• Collaborate with fellow CPA Associates to share insights, experiences, and best practices
• Engage in specialized programming designed to support development, connection, and career progression

Job Requirements

What You Need to Succeed

• We’re proud to work with a group of diverse colleagues. If you have relevant experience that isn’t mentioned below, tell us about it in your resume or cover letter.
• Record of achievement, high academic results and demonstrated leadership through volunteer activities and community involvement
• Committed to completing the CPA designation during the completion of the program and pursuing a career in Audit 
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical capabilities, qualitative and quantitative; can see the “big picture” in a complex environment 
• Independent thinker who takes initiative to capitalize on opportunities or minimize problems 
• Excellent business acumen, verbal communication (both one-on-one and in small groups) and written communication skills 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, plus ability to develop business relationships with partners and stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask through previous work experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Copilot
• Desire to work in a caring, respectful and inclusive environment where all employees are supported

Additional Information

Eligibility Requirements

• Students entering their final year of studies (Bachelor’s, postgraduate or Master’s) in Accounting or Finance with top quartile standing from an Accredited PSI
• Undergraduate degree meeting all eligibility requirements for entry into CPA Ontario Foundational Development (by the start date in 2027), including successful completion of CPA Qualifying Courses as outlined by CPA Ontario (as per CPA Ontario website)
• Dedication to obtaining the CPA designation

Program Location and Start Date

This is a Toronto-based program starting in September 2027.
 

Applications must include:

Transcripts, Cover letter (one letter-sized page or less), and Resume (two letter-sized pages or less). This must be submitted as one PDF file. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs.

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
 

Key Dates

• Information Session (virtual)                July 15th, 2026  (link below) https://tdbg.webex.com/weblink/register/r590ce9bc7ebe12fec0342b24755d4e54
• Information Session (in-person)           July 24th, 2026 (link below)https://tdbg.webex.com/weblink/register/r78d3349c17cebcd7d87be76f622808c3
• Business Interviews (if selected)          August 17th- August 20th, 2026 (Toronto, in person)
• Interview Superday (if selected)           August 27th, 2026 (Toronto, in person)

Interview Process

We will reach out to candidates of interest to schedule interviews and communicate outcomes to applicants. We thank all applicants for their interest!

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Who We Are

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.  

We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement (Quebec only):

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