Charity Treasurer

MAGIC CIRCLE FOUNDATION; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Magic Circle Foundation is looking for a Treasurer to join its Board of Trustees. This voluntary role involves key responsibilities in financial management and governance, focused on supporting a unique charity dedicated to the arts and education. Candidates with a financial background and a passion for cultural heritage or magic are encouraged to apply through [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience in financial oversight or management beneficial.
• Commitment to good governance.
• Interest in arts, education, or cultural heritage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review annual budgets.
• Monitor financial activity across operations and events.
• Advise Board on financial matters and risk.

Skills

Financial oversight

Budget management

Governance

Education

Background in finance or accounting

Job description

Treasurer & Trustee – The Magic Circle Foundation
Location:London
Position Type:Voluntary, Trustee Role

Are you passionate about performing arts, heritage and education? Do you have strong financial acumen and a desire to support a unique and historic charity? Do you love magic?

TheMagic Circle Foundation, a prestigious UK arts and education charity, is seeking a dedicatedTreasurerto join its Board of Trustees. This is a non-remunerated position offering a unique opportunity to play a key role in the strategic and financial oversight of a celebrated institution devoted to promoting public understanding of the art and history of Magic.

About the Role
As Treasurer, you will also serve as a Trustee and Director of The Magic Circle Foundation charity. You will lead on the charity’s financial management, ensuring its long-term sustainability and compliance with financial best practices.

Key responsibilities include:

- Preparing and reviewing annual budgets

- Monitoring financial activity across building operations, events, and programmes

- Supporting fundraising and development efforts

- Advising the Board on financial matters and risk

- Ensuring robust financial controls and governance

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact, helping shape the future of a unique cultural institution.

About You
We’re looking for someone with:

- A background in finance, accounting, or a related field

- Experience in financial oversight or management (trustee experience desirable but not essential)

- A strong interest in the arts, education, or cultural heritage, as well as an interest in magic

- A commitment to good governance and the charitable sector

How to Apply
If you are interested in bringing your financial expertise to an organisation that celebrates the art of wonder and illusion, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please email [e-mail]