Charity Trustee – Treasurer

Crawley District Scout Council; Crawley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking dedicated Trustees to support the financial management of local Scout groups. This role involves overseeing budgets, managing payments, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. You will collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance the experiences of young people in Scouts. No prior Trustee experience is necessary, as training and support will be provided. Join us in making a positive impact in your community while developing your skills in financial oversight and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and budgeting is essential.
• Familiarity with Excel and online banking systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage income and expenditure through online banking systems.
• Complete formal accounts and attend committee meetings.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Excel Spreadsheets

Team Collaboration

Education

No formal education required

Tools

O365

Job description

We’re looking for safe pairs of hands, ‘i’ dotters and ‘t’ crossers. Sound like you? As a Trustee, you’ll be part of a dynamic team working together to make Scouts operate like a well-oiled machine. From managing money to checking meeting places are in tip-top condition, you’ll make sure everything is set up properly, so that young people have the best experience in Scouts. Trustees see the big picture, make decisions and work together. As a team, you’ll ensure that everything’s being done safely and legally, as well as connecting Scouts with your local community. Oh, and it’s fine if you’ve not been a Trustee before. We’ll support you, making sure you learn everything you need to know, as you go.

The role involves:

1. Making all payments for the Group
2. Managing all the income and expenditure of the Group through its online banking systems and general banking.
3. Completing formal accounts and end of year accounts including submission for review.
4. Setting and monitoring the annual budget in conjunction with the Chair, Group Lead Volunteer & Secretary.
5. Attending committee meetings and financial meetings (5-6 per year)
6. Familiarity with excel spreadsheets for the accounting and O365 for email and file storage and sharing.