BC Cancer Foundation
Executive Director, Finance

We are on the cusp of true transformation. Cancer is the world’s biggest health crisis and the BC Cancer Foundation—the fundraising arm of BC Cancer—has launched the most ambitious and comprehensive healthcare campaign in BC’s history to lead this transformation and elevate cancer care for all British Columbians.

With over 90 employees working across 5 sites in BC, we are one of the largest non-profit organizations in BC working actively with over 100,000 donors and communities to inspire investment in BC Cancer and our provincial teams of world-leading researchers, oncologists and care providers. Our purpose is to be a catalyst, powering world class innovation while supporting deeply personal cancer journeys.

This is the most exciting time in the history of cancer research and care. Here’s an opportunity to be part of an organization that makes a difference in the lives of all British Columbians. Reporting to the Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, the Executive Director, Finance is a key leader at the BC Cancer Foundation, responsible for overseeing the Foundation’s financial assets and accounting processes.

The Executive Director leads a team of five Finance staff members, fostering their growth and development while ensuring strong financial stewardship across the organization. This role goes beyond traditional financial management, encompassing fund stewardship, investment oversight, and cash flow planning. The Executive Director also plays a vital role in contributing to strategic discussions at Board committee meetings, including the Finance, Audit, and Investment Committees, and supports the Foundation’s commitment to delivering sophisticated financial reporting and analytics.

As the ideal candidate, you are a forward-thinking finance leader with the ability to combine technical expertise with strategic vision. You are passionate about leveraging technology and data to drive innovation, streamline processes, and identify opportunities for improvement. You bring a fresh perspective, a continuous improvement mindset, and a desire to enhance financial operations.

A collaborative and people-focused leader, you have a proven ability to mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of growth and engagement. You bring a detailed and analytical approach to financial oversight, with experience working within complex and entrepreneurial organizational structures. Committed to supporting the Foundation’s mission, you approach your work with collaboration, strategic insight, and impactful leadership.

The targeted salary range for this position is $145,000 to $180,000 annually, supplemented by a competitive total rewards package.

BC Cancer Foundation is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity & inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national or Indigenous origin, family or marital status, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation or socio-economic status.