Treasurer & Trustee

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization in the UK is seeking a Treasurer to join its Board of Trustees. This role involves providing financial leadership, ensuring sound governance, and working closely with employees and the Board. While prior experience as a Treasurer isn't necessary, some understanding of charity finance is essential. The position requires a commitment to monthly meetings and support for the Board in overseeing the charity's financial management, which includes training opportunities in charity finance.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge or experience of charity finance is required.
• Willingness to learn about charity finance and the Treasurer role.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and governance oversight.
• Help trustees understand the organisation's finances.
• Meet with the CEO and Finance Manager monthly.

Job description

Overview

The Treasurer is a member of the Board of Trustees with specific oversight of the charity’s financial management. While day-to-day financial administration is carried out by employees or external providers, the Treasurer works closely with them and the Board to ensure sound financial governance. The Treasurer provides financial leadership, helps trustees understand the organisation’s finances, and ensures that the charity meets its financial and statutory obligations.

Role and time commitment

Our board meet once a month (either virtually or in person) for around 90 minutes. We aim to have strategy days twice a year. You will also meet with the CEO and Finance Manager once a month, and be available for ad hoc emails, advice. Trustees are usually appointed for a three-year term, which can usually be extended.

Experience and training

Whilst some knowledge or experience of charity finance is required, we do not expect you to have been a Treasurer before. We will provide access to training about charity finance and the Treasurer role as needed