Strategic Finance Trustee & Governance Leader

WORCESTERSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST; Worcester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent wildlife conservation charity in the UK is seeking an honorary treasurer to oversee financial matters. This role involves monitoring budgets, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and working closely with the council and external auditors. The ideal candidate should have relevant finance qualifications and experience, a strategic mindset, and excellent communication skills. This is an opportunity to contribute significantly to impactful conservation efforts while ensuring financial health and transparency within the organization.

Benefits

Opportunity to influence conservation efforts

Flexible meeting times

Qualifications

• Experience in charity finance is a plus, but business finance familiarity is acceptable.
• Enthusiasm to learn about charity finance is beneficial.
• Ability to analyse financial proposals with a strategic lens.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgets and financial statements presentation.
• Monitor financial viability and advise on risks.
• Scrutinise council papers before meetings.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Clear communication

Teamworking skills

Critical analysis

Financial forecasting

Education

Relevant finance qualifications

Job description

A prominent wildlife conservation charity in the UK is seeking an honorary treasurer to oversee financial matters. This role involves monitoring budgets, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and working closely with the council and external auditors. The ideal candidate should have relevant finance qualifications and experience, a strategic mindset, and excellent communication skills. This is an opportunity to contribute significantly to impactful conservation efforts while ensuring financial health and transparency within the organization.