BC Municipal Safety Association

Expression of Interest: Board Member Opportunity: Finance Subject MatterExpert (SME)

The BC Municipal Safety Association is seeking a qualified Finance Subject Matter Expert to serve as a volunteer member of its Board of Directors and Finance Committee. This opportunity is suited to an experienced finance professional who is committed to effective governance, accountability, and supporting safer and healthier workplaces across British Columbia’s local government sector.

About the Role
Serving as a BCMSA Board Director is a meaningful leadership commitment that supports the effective governance ofthe organization and helps advance its mission, strategic direction, and accountability to members.

The Finance Subject Matter Expert will provide financial insight and governance-level advice to support the Board ofDirectors in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities. This individual will also serve on the BCMSA Finance Committee.

This is a two-year volunteer term.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Professional Accountant CPA with nonprofit financial leadership or governance experience. Experience in the municipal, local government, public sector, or broader public sector would be considered a strong asset.

The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, professionalism, and a commitment to responsible stewardship, transparency, and collaborative leadership.

Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate should bring:

CPA designation in good standing
Nonprofit financial leadership or governance experience
Experience with budgets, financial statements, audit processes, risk management, and financial policy oversight
Understanding of board governance and fiduciary responsibilities
Municipal, local government, public sector, or broader public sector experience, preferred
Commitment to BCMSA’s mandate and service to local government workplaces

Volunteer Role and Supported Participation
This is a volunteer position, and BCMSA recognizes that the most valuable contribution a Director makes is their time, expertise, and leadership.

To support participation, BCMSA covers reasonable costs associated with attending required in- person meetings and events, in accordance with applicable policies.

Attendance Expectations
Board meetings, membership meetings, and conference activities are generally expected to be attended in person, subject to approved exceptions.

Finance Committee meetings may be held virtually.

Why Volunteer with BCMSA?
This is an opportunity to contribute specialized financial expertise to an organization dedicated to supporting safer, healthier, and more effective workplaces across British Columbia’s local government sector.

How to Express Interest
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their relevant financial, nonprofit,governance, municipal, public sector, or broader public sector experience.

Candidates should also include confirmation of their CPA designation and their availability to meet the expected annual time commitment.

For more information about the opportunity, or to submit a cover letter and resume, please contact:

Mike Roberts
Chief Executive Officer, BC Municipal Safety Association
mroberts@bcmsa.ca

BC Municipal Safety Association

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Expression of Interest: Board Member Opportunity: Finance Subject MatterExpert (SME)