THE ROLE

As an Accounting Clerk, you will perform accounting-related tasks utilizing knowledge of the entire accounting cycle. Your duties may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash handling and account/bank reconciliations completed in a computerized financial system.

You will receive source documents, verify for compliance and enter them in the book of accounts. You will calculate, verify, prepare and issue financial documents and/or reports while ensuring accuracy and integrity.

This is a hands‑on role, requiring the ability to efficiently manage tasks with defined priorities and fixed monthly deadlines. Strong computer skills including knowledge of Excel, customer service skills and an aptitude to learn are important.

In this fast‑paced environment, everyone works as one team. If you thrive in a customer‑focused environment, have excellent organizational and communication skills, and a positive attitude, this is the role for you!

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

- College diploma or certificate in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, AND some years of experience in accounting, or in a related field

Experience

- In accounting
- In data entry, data manipulation, record‑keeping and retrieval techniques
- In drafting correspondence and reports
- In office administration
- In providing customer service
- In maintaining electronic and manual filing systems

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

- Client focus
- Organizational knowledge
- Communication
- Innovation
- Teamwork and leadership

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

- English or French – Essential, Bilingual an asset
- Reading: Basic
- Writing:



Basic
- Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

- Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
- Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
- Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
- Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.
- Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

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OTHER INFORMATION

This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Versatile Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager.

START DATE

October

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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📌 FIN - Accounting Clerk (Ottawa)
🏢 Unit
📍 Ottawa