Treasurer

London-based housing and homelessness charity, Fresh Horizons CNB, are seeking a new Treasurer to provide financial experience to their Trustee board.

Fresh Horizons CNB offers a safe and stable living environment for those who are on the journey back to independent living. We are seeking a Treasurer to join our Board.

What will you be doing?

In addition to the Trustee duties, the Treasurer will also:

· Oversee the presentation of budgets, internal management accounts and annual financial statements to the Board of Trustees.

· Ensure that proper accounting records are kept, and that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.

· Ensure that robust and comprehensive financial policies are in place and being implemented, and supporting the development of policies covering financial reserves, and cost-management.

· Monitor and advise on the financial viability of the charity.

· Oversee the financial controls and adherence to systems, regularly liaising with the CEO.

Time Commitment

· The Board meets 4 times a year, meetings usually last for 2 hours.

· There are 4 other meetings a year, which usually last for 1 hour. These meetings are a chance to catch up on how things are going and complete any relevant training.

· Most meetings are held remotely.

· One away day per year.

What are we looking for?

We are interested in hearing from people with the following skills and experience:

· Finance experience at a strategic level.

· A qualified accountant is desirable.

· Clear communicator with the ability to bring the financial information alive to non-finance specialists.

What difference will you make?

Bringing your skills and experience to the Board enables us to continue re-housing those who have been street homeless, providing training and growth through acquiring properties and valuable resources. It is a very rewarding and fulfilling role.