Area Treasurer, Sussex Area Ramblers

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre; England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization focused on public engagement is seeking a Treasurer to manage finances for the Area. Responsibilities include overseeing the Area Bank Account, preparing financial statements, and leading the annual budgeting process. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial management, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in spreadsheet software.

Qualifications

• Experience with financial management and budgeting.
• Proficiency in Excel or similar spreadsheet software.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Area Bank Account and process expenses claims.
• Prepare Income and Expenditure Statements for meetings.
• Lead budget production and annual financial reporting.

Job description

Overview

The Ramblers are Britain's biggest and most vibrant walking community.We're the only charity dedicated to removing barriers so everyone can enjoy walking in green spaces, and to improving Britain’s most popular and least-known walking places. We’re committed to campaigning to keep our countryside open to all and to fighting for the things that matter most to walkers.

The Treasurer role purpose: to act as the principal financial officer for the Area, ensuring that all Area income and expenditure is properly managed and accounted for and is compliant with Ramblers’ policies and procedures. The Treasurer is a key member of the Area leadership teams and contributes to decision-making across a wide range of issues.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Area Bank Account and processing expenses claims, obtaining the necessary authorisations
• Maintaining records of all transactions and producing accounts using the Ramblers’ spreadsheet-based system (Excel 97)
• Preparing Income and Expenditure Statements and Treasurer’s Reports for the Quarterly Area Executive Committee and Council Meetings and attending those meetings
• Leading the production and submission to Ramblers’ Central Office of the Area Budget and Annual Return, networking across the Group Treasurers to obtain the respective Group Budgets and Returns and resolve any issues
• Producing the Area Annual Financial Report and Accounts for approval at the AGM.