St. John Ambulance
Vice President, Finance & Administration

St. John Ambulance, British Columbia & Yukon (SJA BCY) is a charitable, mission-led enterprise, committed to ‘empowering safer communities through first aid leadership’. SJA BCY is part of the federated St. John Ambulance organization in Canada, which is represented from coast to coast and is the only national first aid training provider recognized in every Canadian province and territory. SJA BCY is privileged to be part of an organization with over 900 years of service to humanity, and today it is a market leader in the development and delivery of first aid courses, first aid products, and the provision of first aid services in communities through its 1500 plus volunteers.

Reporting to and partnering with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Vice-President (VP), Finance & Administration will play a critical role in developing and implementing the business and financial strategy of SJA BCY. As a member of the senior executive team, the VP, Finance & Administration will play an active role in driving the future success of SJA BCY.

The VP, Finance & Administration will be responsible for overseeing all fiscal and fiduciary responsibilities for the organization. They will work at a strategic level, assessing and interpreting the big picture of the organization’s direction, and providing informed advice to the CEO on how to improve commercial and operational performance, reduce financial risk, and add value to the organization’s mission. They will also roll up their sleeves and work shoulder to shoulder alongside their team and colleagues, ensuring priorities are delivered effectively and efficiently.

As the ideal candidate, you bring deep technical expertise in accounting and financial analysis, with a proven ability to turn data into actionable insights. Combining strong commercial acumen with strategic thinking, you can assess organizational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and guide long-term direction. Equally comfortable in senior leadership and hands-on execution, you thrive in lean environments where individual contribution is essential. You are motivated by mission and values, and you embrace the realities of a small not-for-profit setting with an entrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to take thoughtful risks. Your exceptional communication skills and collaborative approach fosters trust, builds strong relationships, and engages partners at all levels with clarity and respect. Your experiences in a senior leadership role in an entrepreneurial, operational environment are augmented by your CPA designation.

The targeted salary range for this position is $120K – 140K annually, supplemented by a competitive total rewards package.