Position: Manager, Finance

Reports to: Director of Finance

Location: Ottawa region, ON / Hybrid

Status: Full Time, Permanent

Who We Are

St. John Ambulance (SJA) is a federation of charitable organizations that operate in all provinces and territories of Canada and is affiliated internationally with the Order of St. John, which conducts charitable activities in over 40 countries worldwide. Operating in Canada since 1883, SJA’s mission is to support communities across Canada to enhance their health and well-being through training, products, and community-based services.

Position Overview

At St. John Ambulance, we are proud of the community impact and training we provide. The role of the National Office is to provide support services and national leadership to the provincial/territorial SJA organizations (Councils) across Canada.

We are looking for a dynamic, well-rounded, hands-on Finance Manager responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the end-to-end general accounting functions of the organization, payroll, and providing leadership to staff.

Responsibilities

Overview of all accounting transactions and maintaining the integrity of all general ledger transactions.
Manage all aspects of month-end and year-end accounting procedures.
Prepare interim and annual audit.
Payroll processing, maintaining HR files, group benefits, and pension administration.
File monthly HST rebates and provincial tax returns as required.
Oversee tax matters and donation receipts as they relate to a registered charity.
Prepare monthly financial reports and budget analysis.
Ensure effective team performance through leadership, coaching, and oversight.
Actively work with the Director of Finance to support the annual budget process and quarterly reporting to the SJA management team.
Ensure all charitable and not-for-profit (“NFP”) tax reporting requirements are adhered to.
Other miscellaneous duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in accounting or finance is a must-have.
CPA designation or near completion of the program would be highly advantageous.
A minimum of 5 years of finance management experience in a non-profit organization.
Knowledge of a federated model is nice to have.
Experience with payroll processing.
Proficiency with accounting and payroll software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office. (Advanced Excel is a must-have)
Experience working in a paperless, virtual environment.
Excellent English oral and written communication skills; bilingualism in English/French would be considered an asset.
Flexibility in work hours to accommodate organizational needs and deadlines.
Positive attitude, proactive, and driven with a strong ability to work independently.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to adapt to diverse challenges.
Strong leadership abilities, with a focus on team motivation and development.
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Legally authorized to work in Canada under relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Salary range: Commensurate with experience ($85,000 - $95,000 per annum), including health benefits (Life, LTD, Health, Out of Country), company pension, and three weeks’ vacation. Overtime and schedule flexibility may be required depending on the work schedule.

SJA welcomes diversity in our organization, and qualified applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences.

Application Process:

Please forward a resume and cover letter to financejobs.nhq@sja.ca with the subject line “Manager, Finance” by April 16, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.