Treasurer (Bracknell)

DEBRA; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent medical charity based in Bracknell is seeking a Treasurer to join their Board of Trustees. This unique role requires substantial professional financial expertise, with a recognized accounting qualification. As Treasurer, you will ensure the financial health of the charity while providing leadership in governance and strategic financial insight. This unremunerated position emphasizes a commitment to making a significant difference to the lives of those affected by a rare genetic condition. Flexible UK-wide location with mandatory annual meetings in Bracknell.

Benefits

Reasonable expense reimbursement

Qualifications

• Substantial professional financial expertise.
• Proven experience in financial leadership and governance.
• Strong strategic insight to guide long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial resources meet present and future needs.
• Ensure Board complies with financial duties and responsibilities.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure financial controls and procedures are in place.
• Monitor cash flow, reserves, and investment performance.

Skills

Professional financial expertise

Financial leadership

Governance

Strategic insight

Education

Recognised first-tier accounting qualification

Job description

Title: Treasurer (Bracknell)

Location: Bracknell, Berkshire, South East, RG12 8FZ, UK

Company: DEBRA

About us

DEBRA UK is a national medical research charity and patient support organisation, dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a rare, painful, and life‑limiting genetic skin condition. EB causes the skin to blister and tear at the slightest touch, making everyday activities incredibly challenging and often excruciating. We exist to provide community care and support services to improve the quality of life for people living with all types of inherited and acquired EB. We also fund pioneering research to find effective treatments for all types of inherited EB. We work tirelessly to deliver practical help, emotional support, and hope for the future. Every decision we make is driven by our commitment to transform lives and create a world where EB is no longer a barrier to living fully.

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and committed individual to join our Board of Trustees as Treasurer. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of our charity and ensure we continue to deliver life‑changing support for those who need us most. We seek an exceptional candidate with substantial professional financial expertise, underpinned by a recognised first‑tier accounting qualification. You will bring proven experience in financial leadership and governance, combined with strong strategic insight to guide our long‑term sustainability.

Qualifications

Substantial professional financial expertise, underpinned by a recognised first‑tier accounting qualification. Proven experience in financial leadership and governance, combined with strong strategic insight to guide long‑term sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the financial resources of the Charity meet its present and future needs.
• Ensure that the Board is aware of its financial duties and responsibilities and the need to comply with all legislation.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure appropriate financial controls and procedures are in place.
• Monitor cash flow, reserves, and investment performance.

Time Commitment

Board Meetings: One annual in‑person meeting (usually a two‑day off‑site event in November) and three virtual board meetings per year (each lasting approximately 2.5–3 hours). Committee Meetings: Attendance at the Finance, Risk & Audit Committee, held virtually four times a year (each lasting around 3 hours).

Remuneration and Term

Trustee positions are unremunerated, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Term: Three years (renewable for up to three consecutive terms).

Location

This is a UK‑wide role, offering flexibility in where you are based. However, please note that attendance at our annual in‑person Board meeting in Bracknell each November is required.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering statement (no more than 500 words) outlining your interest and relevant experience by 15 January 2026.

DEBRA is committed to being an inclusive charity, and we welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. The successful candidate will need to undertake a DBS check and sign a non‑disclosure agreement.