Accounting Coordinator

WHO WE ARE

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services.

THE ROLE

Imagine the excitement and ability to show off your incredible skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months as an Accounting Coordinator supporting the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations from across the world! As a deployed Accountant, you are not just completing accounting duties, but enhancing the morale and welfare of all the troops deployed.

The Accounting Coordinator plans, organizes, and manages the delivery of accounting services and programs. You will provide advice and interpretation on accounting and administrative policies to managers and senior military officers. You will notify and report any unusual trends/activities to managers for further investigations. You will act as Comptroller to the military Commander and provide accounting control over assets and liabilities.

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that does not come along often!

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• College diploma or Certificate in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field
• Canadian citizenship
• Valid Canadian passport
• Valid Canadian driver’s license (Class G or Class 5)

Experience

• In inventory control
• In applying policies, procedures and regulations and applicable legislation
• In planning, organizing, and delivering accounting services
• In providing finance and accounting advice
• In budget administration
• In planning and conducting presentations
• In the preparation of financial statements, analysis and management reports

Competencies

• Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Additional Qualifications Prior to Deployment

• Completion of a health, dental and psychosocial assessment
• Security screening
• Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
• Ability to walk and lift, carry, pull/or push heavy items

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential

JOB INFORMATION

POSITION TYPE

Civilian deployment contracts are 6 month terms. Deployment start dates may take place within the next 2 years.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary: $36,425 - $40,375 for six months
• Hours of work: Maximum 56 hours per week, including weekdays and weekends.
• Tax free allowance: Possibility of up to $1,716 per month in addition to your salary.
• Home Leave Travel Allowance (Vacation): Possibility of paid leave (vacation).
• Accommodations and meals: Provided for duration of deployment.
• Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Excursions: Possibility to explore and experience the local culture and environment through activities like excursions off base.
• Location: Camp Adazi, Latvia

APPLICATION INFORMATION - IMPORTANT

TO APPLY:

• Resume - clearly show how you met each qualification
• Cover Letter - explain why you want to deploy
• For Internal Employees: Support letter/email from your Senior Manager confirming support for your training attendance and future deployment.
• For External Candidates: Same as above without the internal support letter.

IF SUCCESSFUL – SELECTION AND TRAINING COURSE

Successful candidates will be invited to participate in a multi-day training and selection course in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

LEARN MORE

Learn more about deployment support: https://cfmws.ca/about-us/cfmws-careers/our-team/deployment-support

Have questions before applying? Join us for a Question and Answer Session

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.