Financial Officers

Reference number

DND25J

Selection process number

26-DND-IA-NAST NCR

Location

Ottawa (Ontario), Gatineau (Québec)

Salary

$61,786 to $74,180

Level

AS-01, AS-02

Who can apply

Persons employed in the Federal Public Service occupying a position across Canada.Eligible veterans and CAF (Canadian Armed Forces) members may apply. (Information on mobility for veterans and CAF (Canadian Armed Forces) members)

Organization information

For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence.

About the position

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is entering a pivotal period of transformation and growth, driven by evolving national and global geopolitical priorities. This expansion reflects our commitment to strengthening Canada's defence capabilities, modernizing operations, and advancing strategic initiatives.

As we rise to meet these evolving challenges, the Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking skilled and dedicated professionals to help shape the future of Canada's defence. Several targeted recruitment initiatives are underway to attract diverse talent across a wide range of disciplines, enhancing our ability to deliver on strategic and operational objectives.

The intent of this process is to build a dynamic pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies across DND's operational landscape. Successful candidates may be considered for a range of meaningful opportunities that support our evolving mandate and contribute directly to Canada's defence and security.

The National Capital Region is the political and administrative heart of the country, where heritage meets modernity. Combining federal institutions, green spaces, and cultural diversity, it provides a stimulating environment for professionals. Whether you are inspired by the urban energy or the closeness to nature, this region offers a unique balance between career growth and quality of life.

If you are looking for a change or looking to further your career, this process is tailored to candidates LIKE YOU to cater to the unique needs and requirements of the National Capital Region._______________________________________________________________

What do we offer?

At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You'll enjoy:

A career among a dynamic and dedicated team

Opportunities for advancement

A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment

_______________________________________________________________In line with Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) direction, the Department of National Defence has adopted a common hybrid work model where employees work at their designated worksite at least 3 days each week, or 60% of their regular schedule. Some positions may require full-time on-site presence.

In the application, you will be asked to identify the Department of National Defence location(s) from which you are interested and able to work, in person. This information will be used to fill positions where onsite presence is required to support operations, where office space is available, or to make staffing decisions that are aligned with the Common hybrid work model and Direction on Prescribed Presence in the Workplace.

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Intent of the process

A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various language profiles, operational requirements, conditions of employment within various locations at the Department of National Defence, which includes the Canadian Coast Guard.

This process may also be used for temporary opportunities (actings appointments, assignments, or secondments) which may be outside your current work location. This will provide candidates from across the country the opportunity to fill temporary needs in different Department of National Defence locations, work permitting, while still adhering to the Common hybrid work model and Directive on Prescribed Presence in the Workplace.

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Important messages

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to a process for current and future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

On January 14th, 2026 we will be pulling applications to fill immediate needs in the following location:

• Ottawa, ON
• Gatineau, QC

Apply before this date to be considered for our immediate vacancies.

Please note that candidates will only be assessed once, and repeat applications to the inventory will not be considered._______________________________________________________________INTEREST IN OTHER LOCATIONS This advertisement is for the locations listed above only. Please refer to our other posters for different locations.

In support of mobility and accessibility, we invite those who are interested in working onsite from Department of National Defence locations other than those listed on this poster, to apply on the regional selection processes for those locations. (Pro-tip: you may cut and paste your answers).

Selection Processes:

• 26-DND-IA-NAST ATL (Atlantic)
• 26-DND-IA-NAST EST (Eastern)
• 26-DND-IA-NAST NCR (National Capital Region)
• 26-DND-IA-NAST ONT (Ontario)
• 26-DND-IA-NAST PAC (Pacific)
• 26-DND-IA-NAST PRA (Prairies)

Candidates who apply on various regional posters will only be assessed once. Results of this assessment will be applied to each individual process, if more than one application is submitted.

_______________________________________________________________The information you provide in this application must be true and may be verified. Any false information may result in the rejection of your application and/or not hiring you. Please only check off the locations that you are truly willing and able to work from. Choosing a location that you are not truly willing and able to work from slows down the process and impacts our ability to staff positions within the Department. By submitting an application, you are confirming that you are either currently living in one of these locations or are willing to relocate to them.

_______________________________________________________________Please note that our assessments will require the use of technology, including email, as part of the process. However, we are committed to ensuring equal access for everyone. If you do not have access to the necessary technology or face any challenges, we are happy to provide accommodations to support your participation. Please feel free to reach out, and we will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs._______________________________________________________________

• Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

• Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click "Apply online" to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.

• Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

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• All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants. Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.

• To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence). Plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence is strictly prohibited throughout the entire process and suspected non-compliance will be investigated. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.

• Depending on the position being staffed:

• Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required
• Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential
• Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications

• You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed

• Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:

• Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;
• Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;
• Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
• Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;

• Organizational Needs

• If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (See the link at the bottom of this poster for more information).

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Secret security clearance

Top Secret security clearance - Please note:Important Information: For some positions, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance. In line with the Directive on Security Screening, candidates must hold Canadian citizenship to obtain this level of clearance.

Learn more about security screening process.

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• Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics - , Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector- , Directive on Conflict of Interest- , and DAOD 7021-1, Conflict of Interest - *

• For more information, please refer to the links at the bottom of the poster.

• Additional conditions of employment may be required depending on the position being staffed. The complete list of conditions of employment will be communicated to candidates at the time of consideration for appointment for each position being staffed.

Operational Requirements

Managers may establish operational requirements specific to the position being staffed. The complete list of operational requirements will be communicated to candidates at the time of consideration for appointment for each position being staffed.

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You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION

• ED1. A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives.

Notes:

1. The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:

• A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
• An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:

c. Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and

d. Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the AS classification.

The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement.

Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the AS classification only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.

2. Acceptable experience and/or training in a field relevant to positions in the AS classification is required when the education qualification specified for the position being staffed is a secondary school diploma or approved employer alternatives.

Learn more about degree equivalency.

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EXPERIENCEAS-01 & AS-02

• EX1. Experience processing and reconciling financial transactions, such as invoices, claims, or payments.

• EX2. Experience using financial management systems, such as, but not limited to, Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS) and Claims X.

• EX3. Experience using intermediate* Microsoft Excel functions

• Intermediate is defined as having experience in one or more of the following functions: automating workflows with macros, applying conditional formatting, analyzing data with PivotTables, performing what-if analyses, creating interactive dashboards, transforming data, or visualizing insights with advanced charts and maps.

Phase 1: An initial screening of your application will determine whether your experience is sufficient to advance to the next phase.

Phase 2: If you are invited to continue beyond the screening phase, the depth and breadth of your experience will be further evaluated during the interview stage.

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AS-02 ONLY

• EX4. Experience analyzing financial data to identify trends and patterns.

• EX5. Experience preparing reports and presentations based on financial analysis.

Phase 1: An initial screening of your application will determine whether your experience is sufficient to advance to the next phase.

Phase 2: If you are invited to continue beyond the screening phase, the depth and breadth of your experience will be further evaluated during the interview stage.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

COMPETENCIES

• C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
• C2: Thinking things through
• C3: Working effectively with others
• C4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

• C5: Communication*

• Communication refers to writing, expressing ideas (e.g. orally, using non-verbal language such as sign language, or using assistive technology), and active listening, which allow you to understand and be understood by others.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

Various language requirements - are as follow:

• English Essential
• French Essential
• Bilingual Imperative – BBB/BBB
• Bilingual Imperative – CBC/CBC

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET EXPERIENCEAS-01 & AS-02

• AEX1. Experience supervising staff.

• AEX2. Experience in using a records management system such as Records, Document, and Information Management System (RDIMS).

• AEX3. Experience using D365 or Office 365

• AEX4. Experience using a human resource information system, such as: Oracle, PeopleSoft or Human Resources Support Service (HRSS).

• AEX5. Experience working in an information management (IM) service environment.

• AEX6. Experience working in an information technology (IT) or information service (IS) environment.

• AEX7. Experience working in a real property environment.

• AEX8. Experience working or volunteering in a mixed civilian and military environment

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AS-02 ONLY

• AEX9. Experience delivering or presenting financial data to manager or internal partners in meetings or briefings.

• AEX10. Experience providing advice and guidance on budget planning, compliance, and performance measurement.

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ASSET COMPETENCY

• AC1. Leadership

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

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Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

_____________________________________________________________ ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

• The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following EE designated groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, women, and visible minorities. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to one or more of the designated groups when you apply.

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Learn more about employment equity.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

How to apply

Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs.

Information you must provide

• Your résumé

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Additional links

Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics

Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector

Directive on Conflict of Interest

DAOD 7021-1, Conflict of Interest

Direction on prescribed presence in the workplace

Why work at Department of National Defence? Click here to find out: Reasons to work at the Department of National Defence

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Hiring organization contact

Name: National Advertised Staffing Team

Email address: DNDAdvertisedProcesses-

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