The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has 1 exciting student opportunity from September to December 31, 2026 within the Finance, Governance and Strategic Services branch at CATSA Headquarters.

This position represents an prospect for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security.

If you are a motivated student seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment, we invite you to consider the following job opportunity:

Student, Accounting Operations

Number of positions: 1

Term: September 26, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Schedule: 22.5 hours per week

Location: Ottawa, HQ (Hybrid)

Salary range: $18.15 to $30.20/hourly rate dependent on level of education

Language requirement: English Essential

- Eligibility List: CATSA will use this opportunity to establish a list of candidates eligible to fill subsequent vacancies. The eligibility list may be used to staff other student positions with similar responsibilities and qualifications.

Summary of responsibilities:

- Receive and compile accounts payable documentation including invoices, purchase orders, packing slips, contracts and agreements;
- Verify and process accounts payable transactions for goods, services, travel and other expenses, noting timeframes for cheque issuance, assigning/ensuring proper coding, authorization, reconciliation and compliance with financial policies and procedures;
- Data entry of accounts payable invoices into the financial accounting system – Great Plains;




- Provide frontline support to employees on CATSA’s travel management system, including assisting with the booking of travel, completion of claims and troubleshooting travel issues;
- Collect and distribute the mail;
- Assist with ad hoc projects as required.

Qualifications:

- Study at a university level in an accounting or business related field;
- Computer skills (Word, Excel, and Power Point);
- Experience working in a finance workplace and/or with accounts payable processes would be considered an asset; and
- Knowledge of Microsoft Great Plains would be considered an asset.

Required skills:

- Apply accounting knowledge;
- Good problem-solving skills;
- Critical thinking and decision making skills;
- Good communication skills;
- Excellent team player;
- Well organized;
- Professional approach to work.

To qualify and to be considered for this employment, you must:

- Be eligible to obtain and maintain a reliability security clearance;
- Be a full-time or part-time CEGEP, College or University student; and
- Be returning to full-time or part-time studies in the next academic year.

How to apply: If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please submit your application before September 10****th 23:59 EST.





Please note that candidates that meet all the position requirements, including the language profile, will be given first consideration however we invite all interested candidates to submit their applications. Only those being considered in the process will be contacted.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

As an employer committed to a fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the public we serve, we encourage candidates in designated groups - women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities - to apply and self-declare by answering the questions on the online application form.

CATSA is committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process and work environment. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process and may include pre-interview information, modified interview formats, accessible settings, adaptive technologies, additional time, and more. These measures are designed to remove barriers and ensure a fair assessment, allowing candidates to fully demonstrate their skills and qualifications.

Candidates who require accommodations that prevent them from applying online should communicate via [email protected] or 1-(phone hidden) (TTY) prior to the closing date.

Taleo ID

2504

Language Requirements

English Essential

Job category

Finance and Corporate Affairs

Hiring Pay Range

Staffing Method

Student

of openings:

1

Position reports to

Ottawa - Head Office

Posting Date

27/08/2026

Working Location

Ottawa

Application Deadline

10/09/2026

Working Location Category

Hybrid

📌 Student, Accounting Operations (Ottawa)
🏢 Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA)
📍 Ottawa