Job Description

Are you ready to use your financial expertise to make a genuine
difference in your community?

St John Tasmania is not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation that has been enhancing
community safety through first aid for over a century. We are committed to supporting our local communities with initiatives such as our First Aid in Schools and Free Community Defibrillator programs. Our team consists of both employees and volunteers, dedicated and passionate about our mission. We take pride in fostering a culture that is customer-focused, quality-driven, and
future focused.

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager to join our team.

This is a rare opportunity to apply your finance expertise in a role with genuine purpose and influence. Working closely with the CFO, you will play a key role in strengthening financial control,
governance, reporting, and systems across the organisation. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy operating in a hands-on environment, taking ownership of core finance processes, and supporting leaders with clear, practical financial insight.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely month-end close, reconciliations, analysis,
  commentary and data integrity.
• Oversee cash flow, general financial management, and reporting.
• Prepare accurate management reports, dashboards, and financial insights.
• Maintain compliance with legislation, accounting standards, policies, and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with auditors and other service providers.
• Support budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Analyse costs, allocations, and margins.
• Identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Drive automation and system improvement.
• Lead and mentor finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

About You

• At least 5 years’ experience in a senior finance role, with strong exposure to financial reporting, control, and month-end processes.
• Experience in a not-for-profit, health, education, or similarly service-based environment will be well regarded.
• Experience in management accounting, financial control, or a similar senior finance position.
• Strong proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
• A high level of accuracy, reliability, and sound professional judgement.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• CPA or CA qualification is highly regarded, and candidates nearing
  completion will also be considered.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing a team.

Essential Requirements

To work with us, you must:

• Possess or be willing to acquire or provide a National Police Check issued within the last six months.
• Possess or be willing to acquire a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Registration.
• Hold an unrestricted Australian Driver's licence.
• Be an Australian Resident or hold a valid Australian working visa.

To apply for this exciting opportunity please provide a resume and detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position. To submit your application, select "Apply Now" by COB 8th April 2026, however, please note that interviews may commence at any time during the advertising period.

St John Tasmania prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all children involved in its activities, maintaining zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect. We take any allegations seriously and work to prevent harm or exploitation.

We value diversity and inclusivity, fostering a respectful and welcoming workplace. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+SB community, people of all ages, people who are neurodivergent, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.