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Honorary Treasurer

Margate, Kent (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

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Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Honorary Treasurer to oversee the financial well-being of our charity.

The Honorary Treasurer will monitor the financial standing of the charity and support the Board in the review of all financial matters and the overarching strategic management of the organisation’s financial resources.

They will Chair the Finance & Resources Sub-committee and feed into the charity’s financial risk-management process, reporting financial health to the Board of trustees at regular intervals. They will also advise on fundraising, income, and development of unrestricted funds of the charity.

The Treasurer will act as a counter signatory on payments and applications to funders, and work with the Accountants and Executive Team to ensure that annual accounts are submitted to all relevant regulators in a timely fashion.

They will provide input to ensure the organisation’s finances are responsibly managed and invested for the betterment of the organisation’s work and for the beneficiaries it serves.

Qualities of a Treasurer

Essential

  • Qualified accountant
  • Knowledge of charity SORP
  • Competent use of IT skills
  • Proven ability to communicate and explain financial information to members of the Board and other stakeholders
  • Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating good judgement
  • Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
  • Good communication and leadership skills

Desirable

  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience of charity fundraising and finance practices
  • Committed to our cause and objectives and willing to act as the charity’s ambassador to external bodies, charities and companies
  • Skills and experience in one or more areas of non-executive governance and management e.g. strategic planning, business management, financial/accountancy, understanding of HR issues, experience of Trusts or other grant giving bodies particularly fundraising and legal knowledge
  • A team-oriented approach to problem solving and to management

Time commitment and location

  • Currently the Board meets at least six times a year and the Treasurer is expected to be available at key points in the accounting cycle
  • Board meetings are every 2 months (2-3 hours approx. per meeting)
  • You will chair the Finance & Resources sub-committee which meet at least quarterly, online (1-2 hours approx. per meeting)
  • Ideally meetings will take place in person although online and hybrid options are available
Application resources
Application Instructions

To express an interest in this role or have an informal discussion please contact us directly.

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Margate Creative Land Trust View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 6 - 10

To establish a variety of accessible and inspiring creative spaces that provides benefit to the community, creative sector and local economy.

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Refreshed on: 14 October 2024
Closing date: 28 November 2024 at 23:59
Tags: Administration, Finance, Fundraising, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Community Fundraising, Regional Fundraising, Trusts / Foundations, Grants

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