Accounting Coordinator

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services as an Accounting Coordinator to enhance the welfare of deployed troops overseas. You will utilize your skills in a dynamic environment, providing crucial accounting services while supporting Canadian Armed Forces members and their families. This role not only offers professional growth but also the chance to make a meaningful impact during your deployment.

Benefits

Tax free allowance

Paid leave and travel allowance

Accommodations and meals provided during deployment

Health benefits including drug coverage and life insurance

Possibility of excursions to explore local culture

Qualifications

• Canadian citizenship required.
• Must have valid Canadian passport and driver's license.
• Experience in inventory control and budget administration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage accounting services and programs.
• Provide finance and accounting advice to military personnel.
• Enhance morale through recreational activities.

Skills

Client focus

Organizational knowledge

Communication

Innovation

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

College diploma or Certificate in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field

Job description

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CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!

At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.

Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.

As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.

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 is part of an enthusiastic team of adventurous individuals who enjoys meaningful employment and contributing in a team-based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player with a positive attitude in a fast-paced setting. You are able to adapt to new challenges in an ever-changing dynamic environment.

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. You will also provide assistance and training to employees, managers and military personnel assigned to Morale & Welfare (MW) programs on accounting/finance related topics/programs.

In addition, the Accounting Coordinator can play an important role in enhancing the morale of CAF and partner nations by assisting with recreational activities and events. Keeping the military energized ensures they are mentally and physically ready to sustain the difficulties of military operations, and live healthy balanced lives.

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

Must have a 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: $37,300-$41,345 for six months.

Hours of work: Maximum 56 hours per week, which includes weekdays and weekends.

Tax free allowance: Possibility of up to $1,756 per month in addition to your salary (allowance rates are based on mission/location/date).

Home leave and travel allowance: Possibility of paid leave and travel allowance.

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: Latvia.

APPLICATION INFORMATION - IMPORTANT

TO APPLY:

In order to be considered for deployment, please include the following in your application. Failure to include all items will result in your application being screened out of the competition.

• Resume – clearly show how you met each qualification.
• Cover Letter – explain why you want to deploy.
  
  
  

This job opportunity expires at 11:59 PM EDT.

IF SUCESSFUL – SELECTION AND TRAINING COURSE

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

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Date: September 19, 2025 - September 28, 2025

Compensation: Fully paid attendance, including travel, accommodations and meals

Purpose: You will learn more in-depth about the day-to-day expectations, technical work-related training, as well as a basic understanding of military practices and procedures. This will give you an opportunity to learn more about our organization as well as interact with like-minded people that may be deploying with you. Your completion of the training session will be valid for 2 years.

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

May 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM EDT English https://cfmws.ca/deployment-support-webinar-en

May 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM EDT French https://cfmws.ca/deployment-support-webinar-fr

This webinar will provide an overview of the job positions with Deployment Support, living conditions while deployed, challenges of deploying, locations of deployment, perks of the job, and the application process. You will have a chance to hear from people that have deployed previously and what a rewarding experience it was.

After the overview, there will be an opportunity to post questions to the CFMWS - PSP Deployment Support team.

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.

Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services

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