Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper

Location: Ottawa, with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office
Contract Type: Temporary Full Time (12 months - Maternity Leave Replacement)
Salary: Circa $3,650/ month, depending upon experience
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to be a key member of CWGC’s Canada, Americas, and Pacific Area (CAPA) Finance team covering all of North, Central, and South America (31 countries) and another 10 countries in the Pacific Region including Malaysia, Japan, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Philippines, Fiji, Thailand, Singapore, and Myanmar.

We are responsible for caring and maintaining 72,000 war graves, over 66,000 commemorations, 17 CWGC-owned cemeteries and other sites with memorials, stones of remembrance and crosses of sacrifice.

Perfect for New Graduates looking to make a meaningful impact with your first role:

• Recent college diploma in accounting/bookkeeping or partial completion of professional accounting program (CPA)
• Limited experience required - we'll provide training on our systems
• Supportive team environment ideal for learning and growth
• Clear path for skill development and professional advancement

Why Start Your Career with Us:

• Work alongside experienced finance professionals
• Gain hands-on experience with full-cycle accounting
• Master accounts payable/receivable processes
• Develop skills in financial reporting and analysis
• Learn global finance operations
• Build a strong foundation in non-profit finance
• Collaborate with teams in Canada, UK, and the Pacific region

What you’ll need to bring to this rewarding role:

• Fresh knowledge of accounting principles from your recent studies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic office software
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent English communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow

What else we offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous paid annual and sick leave
• Comprehensive Health Care benefits including Tele-medicine services
• Subsidized training/tuition

Ready to launch your career with purpose? Join the CWGC team where every day contributes to preserving the legacy of those service members who gave their lives for freedom.

How to Apply:

Simply apply by sending us your CV and cover letter via our Career Portal, you can create a profile to keep up to date with future vacancies, as they arise.

We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organization and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.