Job Description

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. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.
THE ROLE
As an Accounting Clerk, you will perform accounting-related tasks utilizing knowledge of the entire accounting cycle. Your duties may include account payables, account receivables, cash handling and account/bank reconciliations completed in a computerized financial system. You will receive source documents, verify for compliance and enter 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 is 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 have a positive attitude, this is the role for you!
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
Education, Certifications and Licenses High school diploma AND several years of experience in accounting 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 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.
OTHER INFORMATION
This unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
START DATE
As soon as possible
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 the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.
Job Reference: CFMWS06994