Trustee (Honorary Treasurer)

AWS Executive; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Girlguiding Scotland is seeking an Honorary Treasurer to collaborate closely with the finance committee. This volunteer role involves advising on financial strategies and overseeing the finance function, ensuring the organization meets its strategic goals. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in finance, investment management, and a passion for supporting youth organizations.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing significant investment portfolios.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and statutory financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Advise the trustee board on business management and finance.
• Oversee the finance function and provide guidance on investments.
• Shape the strategic direction of Girlguiding Scotland.

Skills

Investment Strategies

Management Accounting

Financial Reporting

Strategic Thinking

Education

CA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA

Job description

Job Title: Honorary Treasurer at Girlguiding Scotland

We are seeking an honorary treasurer to work closely with the chair of the business management and finance committee, advising the trustee board on business management and finance related to Girlguiding Scotland.

The treasurer will contribute to the delivery of the organization’s strategy as a trustee and member of the finance committee, overseeing the finance function, providing guidance on investments, and collaborating with the finance manager and committee chair.

As a trustee, you will be actively involved in shaping the strategic direction and performance of Girlguiding Scotland, ensuring it continues to meet member needs.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Experience in setting and monitoring investment strategies and managing significant investment portfolios.
• Experience in reporting to board level, audit, and knowledge of charity SORP (FRS102).
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, management accounting, and statutory financial reporting.
• Ability to participate in remote meetings using various technologies and access online documents.
• Eligibility to become a trustee in Scotland.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• CA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or similar qualification.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Ability to think strategically for the benefit of members across Scotland.
• Approachable, open-minded, flexible, and collaborative.
• Enthusiasm for shaping the future and responding to challenges.
• Proactive in building relationships with volunteers and staff.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially individuals with disabilities and from ethnic minority groups.

Additional Information:

• Seniority Level: Executive
• Employment Type: Volunteer
• Job Function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations and Accounting