When the civil war broke out in 1989 and all missionaries were expelled, we transferred to Ethiopia where I served as treasurer. Ruth and I also became involved in a weekly discipleship ministry with 40 Ethiopian youths. That was probably one of the high points of our time there, as we watched these young people grow spiritually and take up leadership roles. Most of SIM's accounting assignments involve at least eight hours a day in the office. But there is also plenty of after-hours ministry, including discipleship, Bible studies, teaching, Sunday school work, preaching, and street ministry.
Accountants are vital to any mission team.
When the position is vacant, somebody else has to fill in. If you are an accountant and have an interest in missions, please don't ignore it like I did. Talk with the pastor and other leaders in your church, and then contact your local SIM office.