Financial Analyst

Defence Construction Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal agency in Canada is seeking a Financial Analyst (Student) for a 4-month term position. The role includes processing invoices, assisting with account reconciliations, and preparing financial reports. This hybrid position encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university accounting program and possess strong skills in finance principles and data entry. The successful candidate is expected to work onsite at least two days a week and will benefit from a range of inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices for payment according to the Financial Administration Act.
• Assist with account reconciliations.
• Assist with preparing financial reports.

Skills

Finance and accounting principles

Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards

Use applicable computer software and operating systems (Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)

Perform repetitive data entry with high level of precision

Meet strict deadlines

Demonstrate strong attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled in a university accounting program (preferably third or fourth year)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Who Can Apply?

Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)

Salary Range

$43,360 - $56,367

Employment Status

Term

Term Length

4 Months

Security Level

Reliability

Language Requirement

English Essential

Closing Date

25/02/2026

Country

Canada

Hybrid Work Schedule

The position allows for a hybrid work schedule.

The Financial Analyst (Student) carries out a variety of financial activities and supports Finance team members.

KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive:

Primary

• Process invoices for payment according to the Financial Administration Act
• Process third-party online payroll payments
• Enter cash receipts into financial system
• Assist with account reconciliations
• Assist with journal entries
• Assist with preparing financial reports
• Assist with internal audits
• Assist with documenting procedures relevant to the Financial Analyst (Student) role

Other

• Assist with year-end activities
• Provide administrative support (e.g. act as backup for other Finance staff, data entry)
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Finance and accounting principles
• Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards

Formal Education And/or Certification(s) And Experience

• Minimum: currently enrolled in a university accounting program (preferably third or fourth year)

Abilities

• Use applicable computer software and operating systems (Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Perform repetitive data entry with high level of precision
• Meet strict deadlines
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail

DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

• Provide occasional functional advice and guidance to employees

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical office environment
• The duration of the term will be from May 2026 until August 2026
• The successful candidate is expected to work in the office at least two days per week.

To begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance.

DCC is responsible for the Personnel Security Clearance process. Typically to be eligible for a "Reliability" clearance, you must have five years of verifiable background information and to be eligible for a "Secret" clearance, you must have 10 years of verifiable background information. The process usually involves reference inquiries, verification of qualifications, criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required) and may require fingerprints. For more information about obtaining a security clearance, please review the Standard on Security Screening.

• criminal record checks
• reference checks
• previous employment
• open source checks
• credit/financial status

The appropriate security clearance is a condition of employment and it is the candidate’s or employee’s responsibility to ensure, they are able to obtain and maintain their required security level clearance to begin or continue their employment with DCC. Failure to obtain or maintain, the appropriate level of security clearance means either the candidate or employee will not receive a job offer, the conditional offer will be rendered null and void or their employment will be terminated with cause. A thorough security clearance process will be applied to all candidates or employees considered for an appointment; this process includes inquiries, verifications and assessments regarding matters such as, but not limited to:

DCC's Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to Employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. Before applying to this (or any) position at DCC, candidates shall familiarize themselves with the Code, because new employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees are further required to review their obligations under the Code and notify the President's Office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and to complete the Annual Update once a year.

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace! At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information.

DCC’s goal is to provide barrier-free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email [e-mail].