Treasurer

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity focused on domestic abuse in the UK is seeking a Treasurer to oversee financial affairs and provide strategic guidance to the Board of Trustees. The ideal candidate should have a professional accounting qualification and experience in financial management. This role requires commitment to the charity's mission and values. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks with a CV and covering letter.

Qualifications

• Strong background in financial management or a related field.
• Understanding of SORP requirements and charity law.
• Experience in financial planning and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the charity's financial affairs and ensure viability.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the Board of Trustees.
• Maintain proper financial records and procedures.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Reducing the Risk is an Oxfordshire-based charity. We work locally, regionally and nationally to empower professionals, volunteers and communities who support victim-survivors of domestic abuse.

Join us in empowering survivors of domestic abuse and expanding our impact, using your financial expertise to ensure our stability and drive sustainable growth.

What will you be doing?

The Treasurer plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial integrity of Reducing the Risk. This role involves overseeing the charity's financial affairs, ensuring financial viability, and ensuring that proper financial records and procedures are maintained. The Treasurer provides strategic financial guidance to the Board of Trustees and supports the charity's mission through sound financial management.

Time commitment:

• Estimated on average 1 day a month, with an expected increased time commitment at Year End and the Annual Return months. Initially, the time commitment will be slightly higher whilst you settle into the role and complete our induction.
• Board meetings: 4 board meetings and 4 committee meetings a year
• Meetings may be in person or online and timings are agreed by those involved

What are we looking for?

Essential:

• A strong background in financial management, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Understanding of SORP requirements and charity law, or willingness to undertake necessary training.
• Experience in financial planning and budget management.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Reducing the Risk.
• Commitment to developing a knowledge of Charity Finance regulations and practices (guidance will be provided)

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Treasurer or in a similar role within a charity.
• Experience with financial software and systems used by charities.

What difference will you make?

By joining us, you’ll help sustain a charity known for its safe, trusted services and innovative partnerships. Your financial expertise will support our plans to expand community-based programs, develop our training into a self-financing enterprise, and enhance our impact on victims of abuse and their children, both locally and beyond.

Before you apply

The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Reducing the Risk with their Trustee recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance.To apply please submit your CV along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join the organisation and how your skills and experience would add value to the board.