Financial accountant volunteer roles in sutton, surrey
Lay Member of the Audit and Risk Committee
Remote based
Approximately 4 to 6 virtual board meetings per year with 1 in person
Voluntary, with expenses
Join our Audit & Risk Committee to provide independent assessment and oversight of our College’s financial position, risk management, and internal control systems. Your contributions will ensure the integrity and reliability of financial information and the effectiveness of risk management processes of the College.
We are seeking two Lay Members with a strong background in audit, risk management, governance or financial oversight. Becoming a member of the audit and risk committee is a fantastic way to make a difference for our organisation and our vital work in local communities.
You can also see more information on our website.
For further information or to apply, please send a CV and covering letter via the appliaction link.
Closing date: Midnight on 24th July 2025
Interview dates: 13th and 14th August 2025
Please email your CV and covering letter
Inclusive Boards is delighted to be supporting Lambeth Links in their search for their next Chair of the Board and Treasurer.
Lambeth Links is a small charity with a big ambition: to be a central point of rallying, communication and advocacy for the LGBTQIA+ Community who live, work and socialise in Lambeth – the largest borough in London. The organisation aims to strengthen the links between individuals and groups while also highlighting the many issues that continue to adversely affect the community.
Lambeth has a deep and rich history of LGBTQIA+ activism. From being home to founding members of the Gay Liberation Front (GLF) to hosting Europe’s first EuroPride in Brixton in 1992, the borough has long been the beating heart of the LGBTQIA+ Community. Lambeth Links exists to continue that legacy of championing collective voice and driving forward change.
About the Treasurer Opportunity
As Treasurer, you will:
- Be a qualified accountant with proven charity/non-profit experience.
- Have strong financial governance skills.
- Have the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within a voluntary governance structure.
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We're a not for profit Community Energy organisation operating in Southwark and Lambeth and has been established by members of the South London community to relieve fuel poverty by providing renewable energy locally. We have been set up as a Community Benefit Society, which means we are a business managed for the benefit of the community. It’s is run by its shareholders, and shareholding is open to everyone.
We were established in 2023 and received grants from four funds (Government, Mayor of London, Southwark Council, Centrica Energy for Tomorrow) and a fuel poverty alleviation contract from Uk Power Networks (Leaving No One Behind) in 2024 to set up our pilot projects. We have two part time paid managers running the fuel poverty activity and the overall programme.
Our pilot projects include a fuel poverty service delivering energy advice and support for those in need and we currently have five trained energy champions who work with us part-time. We are also running feasibility studies for four solar arrays on housing estates and we’re exploring different possible business models. If we can make this work then we will be setting a precedent for a model for renewables on mixed tenure estates and long term financial sustainable fuel poverty alleviation.
At this exciting and pivotal time at the beginning of our journey we are looking for a Treasurer to support our organisation by overseeing the financial affairs.
The Role
The Treasurer will be overseeing the work of Martin, our dedicated Lead Finance Volunteer, who is an accountant working in Government and has been supporting our work for several months. We estimate that the treasurer role will require an average of less than one day a month, including attendance at six board meetings a year and weekly half hour meetings as necessary to be a mentor to Martin. We hold board meetings every other month on Tuesdays 1-2.30pm. The majority of these are held online with occasional in person meetings in Southwark. The Treasurer will also be responsible for holding a general oversight of financial activities and ensuring that we are keeping in line with our financial responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee financial matters to ensure that the organisation is compliant with regulations and good practice
- Support the finance team and other members of the board to ensure that effective financial procedures are in place
- Support the team in maintaining accurate financial records and oversee the year-end and funders financial reporting processes
- Advise on finance related initiatives that could benefit the society and input to strategy
- Support the creation of financial prospectuses for community share offers
Essential Qualities, Skills and Experience
- Chartered accountant with at least three years experience
- Understanding of financial management in organisations
- Ability to communicate financial information in a clear and effective manner
- Interest in renewables, sustainability and Community Energy
- Willingness and ability to work as part of a team and build good relationships
- Willingness to mentor our Lead Finance Volunteer
Desirable Qualities, Skills and Experience
- Experience of Community Energy and/or the renewable energy sector
- Knowledge of social enterprise structures
- Experience of being on the board of a not for profit organisation
- Being a resident of or having a connection to South London
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As a member of the Finance, Audit and Risk (FA&R) Committee, you will be expected to provide FFL with scrutiny and oversight, with particular focus on risk within audit & finance. You will support the Co-Chairs of the FA&R and The Foundation ’ s Co-Chairs and wider Board to oversee all the financial and audit-related risks of the charity in line with good practice, and legal obligations of the Charities Act, providing the wider board with advice, recommendations and reassurances that all financial processes and related risk controls are operating effectively. The Finance & Risk Trustee will ensure that effective risks for financial sustainability, measures, controls and procedures are put in place and operate effectively. You will be expected to be an active board member and may also be asked to use your skill set, interests and wider stakeholder contacts for other duties such as networking, fundraising and charity promotion/ambassadorial commitments
Foundation for Future London is an independent charity with a strategic focus on arts, culture and heritage as a catalyst.





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We’re seeking a trustee with finance experience to join our board. This is an exciting opportunity to help lead Big LeafFoundation in the next phase of its development and to use your skills and experience to make a lasting difference to the lives of displaced young people in Surrey.
We are seeking an individual with:
o financial management experience;
o commitment to our vision, mission and values;
o excellent teamwork and leadership skills and effective decision-making;
o willingness to commit time and effort to the role;
o good, independent judgement, strategic vision and ability to communicate ideas;
o history of impartiality, fairness and commitment to promoting equality and diversity;
o charity sector experience (preferred)
Duties of a trustee with finance experience
○ Chair the Finance and Fundraising sub-committee of the Board.
○ On behalf of the Board, to oversee the production of Big Leaf Foundation’s annual budget, management accounts and annual financial statements.
○ Provide advice, scrutiny and support to the finance coordinator and Board.
○ Act as the Board lead on scrutiny of financial strategy and risk.
○ Ensure that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.
○ Advise on the financial implications of the organisation’s strategic plans.
The statutory duties of a trustee are to:
○ Ensure the organisation complies with its governing document.
○ Ensure that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document.
○ Ensure the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives – the charity must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objectives, no matter how 'charitable' and 'worthwhile' those activities are.
○ Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
○ Safeguard the good name and values of the organisation.
○ Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
○ Ensure the financial stability of the organisation.
○ Protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation's funds.
○ If the organisation employs staff, to appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor his or her performance.
In addition, with other trustees to hold the charity “in trust” for current and future beneficiaries by:
○ Ensuring that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.
○ Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its “corporate” behaviour; ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
○ Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application.
○ Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a qualified and experienced finance professional to join the Kingston Association for the Blind's Board of Trustees to take up the position of Treasurer.
Kingston Association for the Blind empower people of all ages living with sight loss, to lead independent and fulfilled lives in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames and the surrounding areas.
What will you be doing?
The Treasurer, in addition to their Trustee duties, is responsible for overseeing Kingston Association for the Blind’s financial affairs.
The Treasurer will work with the CEO to ensure that effective financial measures, controls, and procedures are in place to manage the charity’s finances. They report to the Board on the organisation’s financial health, financial performance, and any potential risks.
Time Commitment:
· Quarterly Board meetings held in person in central Kingston.
· AGM is held once a year.
· Board members are encouraged and welcome to join charity events and trips.
What are we looking for?
· A finance professional with an understanding of charity finance or commercial experience.
· Strong communication skills, capable of presenting financial information to non-finance experts.
· Someone willing to contribute to forecasting, budgeting, and liaising with auditors.
· Attend quarterly Board meetings in person and the AGM each year in Kingston Upon Thames.
· We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, committed, and eager to contribute new ideas and perspectives to our Board, helping to strengthen our team with diverse thinking.
· Strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
· Willingness to accept responsibilities and act in the charity’s best interests.
What difference will you make?
As Treasurer, your insight will help the charity make smart, strategic decisions that directly impact how we support those who benefit from using our services.
You will be joining a friendly and committed team, who are passionate about providing an excellent service to our members.
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks Team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Kingston Assocation for the Blind with their Treasurer 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.
This is a voluntary role, subject to clear DBS check.
Deadline: 28th August 2025
WCC is recruiting for voluntary positions to join our Board of Trustees.
Whether you are an experienced Trustee or wanting to take your first step at board level, we would like to hear from you.
Our Board comprises ten Trustees including the Chair and there are currently two vacancies.
We are particularly interested in people with skills and expertise to offer around:
- Financial experience and/or knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to apply this strategically
- Income generation/ fundraising skills and expertise
Trustee roles
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that WCC achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that WCC has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable WCC to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission.
Trustees have a collective responsibility, and this means that they always act as a group and not as individuals.
Duties:
- Support and provide advice on WCC’s purpose, vision, goals, and activities
- Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation
- Oversee WCC’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress
- Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively
- Review and approve WCC’s financial statements
- Provide support and challenge to WCC’s senior manager in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs
- Keep abreast of changes in WCC’s operating environment
- Contribute to regular reviews of WCC’s own governance. Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect WCC’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests
• Contribute to the broader promotion of WCC’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge, and contacts.
What we’re looking for
Our Board comprises ten Trustees including the Chair and there are currently two vacancies.
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
We are particularly interested in people with skills and expertise to offer around:
- Finance – experience and/or knowledge of charity accounting or financial management, and the ability to apply this strategically to support with budget forecasting and financial planning
- Income generation/ fundraising skills and expertise – corporate, trust and foundations, and/or community
WCC is passionately committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and wish to reflect these values in our Board. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, communities, and industries.
We are keen to address the underrepresentation of some communities we serve at leadership level, and welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, or with lived experience of immigration/asylum.
Personal skills and qualities
- Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion
- A strong personal commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Enthusiasm for our vision and mission
- Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.
- Willingness to lead according to our values
Terms of appointment
- Trustees are appointed for a three-year term of office. Our Articles of Association state that one third of the trustees will retire from office at each AGM with the longest serving trustees retiring first. Trustees can stand for re-election at the same AGM
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
- Time commitment- approximately 8 hours per month
- Board meetings- attending four Board meetings annually (currently on Tuesday evenings). We alternate between meeting in-person at WCC’s office in Waterloo and online
- Sub-committees- we have two subcommittees (Finance & Operations, and Clinical) that meet in between Board meetings, with individual trustees attending one or more of these depending on skills and preferences.
- Two half day strategy days a year and training where needed
- Reading Board papers in advance, being involved in discussions, advising on specialist areas
- We hold an Annual General Meeting with all staff and members.
Time commitment
Approximately 8 hours per month
There are four board meetings a year, currently on Tuesday evenings – we alternate between meeting in-person at WCC’s office in Waterloo and online. We hold an Annual General Meeting with all staff and members. We have two sub committees that meet in between Board meetings, with individual trustees attending one or more of these depending on preferences and time commitment.
Our mission is to deliver life-changing counselling and mental health support for Londoners that is affordable and accessible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The International Council of Museums in the United Kingdom (ICOM UK) is seeking a new trustee with strong financial acumen and a passion for the museums and heritage sector and working internationally to be the Finance Lead on our Board. This is a strategic finance role to support the Strategic Director and advise the Board of Trustees in respect of the conduct of the charity’s financial affairs.
The role requires experience and skills in financial planning and management, preferably in a charity and/or company, along with the ability to understand and communicate the impact of decisions on the organisation’s finances.
We welcome applications from professionals with the skills, knowledge and lived experience that will strengthen and diversify our Board.
For further details on the roles and ICOM UK, you can view our Finance Lead Trustee Recruitment Pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Finance Assistant
Reports To: Finance Manager
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Volunteer (12 hours/week for 6 months)
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
“Solta o Jogo” is a vibrant cultural competition and festival celebrating Brazilian heritage through Capoeira, music, dance, acrobatics, and a Brazilian arts & crafts fair. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, the event invites the community to participate in free performances, workshops, and exhibitions promoting cross-cultural understanding.
As part of this initiative, we are seeking a Finance Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of Quilombo UK. This is an ideal role for someone looking to apply or gain hands-on experience in finance within the Third Sector, while contributing to a meaningful, community-led cultural project.
Position Overview:
The Finance Assistant will support the Finance Manager in tasks such as financial data entry, expense processing, reconciliation, and reporting. This role requires someone with good numerical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset. The opportunity offers valuable exposure to nonprofit financial processes, along with flexibility and training support.
Key Responsibilities:
Finance & Data Entry:
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Collect and accurately enter financial data into spreadsheets and databases.
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Assist in processing staff and volunteer expense claims, ensuring proper documentation and approval.
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Support with checking account balances and assisting in payment reconciliation tasks.
Budgeting & Analysis:
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Help perform calculations and draft basic financial reports.
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Review department budgets regularly and report discrepancies to the Finance Manager.
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Assist in auditing financial records and preparing financial statements.
Reconciliation & Compliance:
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Reconcile discrepancies in financial records and propose corrections.
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Adhere to the organisation’s financial policies and reporting procedures.
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Respond to internal finance queries and offer support where needed.
Continuous Improvement:
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Suggest improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, or cost savings.
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Maintain accurate documentation and support reporting for audits or internal reviews.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
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Graduation required; relevant coursework or volunteer experience preferred.
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Previous experience in finance, bookkeeping, or administrative support is advantageous.
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Understanding of basic accounting principles is desirable.
Skills:
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Strong numerical skills and analytical mindset.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
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Excellent organisation, time-management, and attention to detail.
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Ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders.
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Professional, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
Benefits:
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Gain real-world experience in finance and bookkeeping within a nonprofit setting.
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Learn financial processes used in the Third Sector.
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Receive mentoring and training to develop finance and administrative skills.
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Work remotely with a supportive and mission-driven team.
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Reimbursement of local travel expenses if in-person attendance is required.
Equality Statement
Quilombo UK is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We promote equal opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking an experienced finance professional to provide strategic guidance on treasury management and support the Foundation with long-term financial modelling. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable engaging with the detail, offering practical advice on management accounts, and contributing to robust financial oversight.
As Martingale transitions to an independent charity, we anticipate this role evolving into that of Treasurer, with key responsibilities for year-end accounts and reporting to the Charity Commission. While experience with charity accounts is preferred, it is not essential. Martingale Foundation is currently incubated by Purposeful Ventures, which sets the investment strategy and manages the Foundation’s scholarship funds (approximately £5 million). An external finance consultancy has also been appointed to support financial administration.
When Martingale becomes an independent charity, the Finance Trustee will collaborate closely with the Head of Strategy and Operations to develop an investment strategy that aligns with our organisational goals and mission. The investment decisions will need to maximise the impact of held funds while maintaining a low risk profile to safeguard future Scholarships.
Requirements:
- Experience in senior finance roles
- Professional finance qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Knowledge of treasury management
- Ability to convey complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders
- Experience of working with a rapidly growing organisation, and building appropriate finance systems
- Familiarity with grant reporting and donor compliance requirements (desirable)
- Familiarity with charity accounting and SORP (desirable)
Job Description:
- Advise on Martingale’s budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and finance reporting where needed ahead of quarterly Board meetings
- Provide expert advice to the Board on Martingale as a going concern, ensuring Board members without a finance background have a full and fair understanding of the Foundation’s financial status
- Build organisational resilience by supporting long-term financial planning
- Support Martingale in its transition to an independent charity by helping to design an investment strategy and appropriate systems and processes to ensure effective financial controls
- Ensure effective monitoring and management of risk
Our mission is to enable and nurture talented individuals from low-socioeconomic backgrounds to become a new generation of STEM leaders.
Opportunity to join The Restart Project’s board of trustees
As we embark on implementing our newly formed strategy, we are looking for a finance trustee who can support us by connecting our ambitious goals with financial realities.
Our vision is by 2035, we’ve helped to end the throwaway production and consumption of electrical products. With systemic support, repair and reuse is easier, cheaper and more rewarding for all.
In 2025 we are winning the argument and are now entering a new phase of doing the ‘hard yards’ of getting our ideas implemented. This requires an evolution of our funding model. At the same time, working with companies – who are both part of the problem and part of the solution – poses special challenges for us to get right.
So we are now seeking a committed individual who shares our excitement and can help us realise the opportunities by serving as our finance trustee.
Who are we looking for?
The role would suit an individual looking to support the growth of a small charity, moving us beyond our 10 employees and further strengthening our finance and strategic approaches.
Having trustees with a mix of backgrounds, approaches and perspectives leads to better decision-making. We believe that a governance and accountability structure enriched by multiple voices and intersectional expertise, leads to more thoughtful, informed, just and liberatory strategies, decisions, and practices.
The finance trustee will take the lead at board level on:
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Advise on developing our business model and diversify earned and granted funding sources
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Monitoring and advising on the financial viability of the charity
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Working with staff to develop a three year business plan, our annual budgets and preparing for the yearly reporting to the Charity Commission
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Keeping the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities
Responsibilities as a board member
As well as the finance trustee specific responsibilities above, board members collectively:
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Contribute in giving strategic direction to the charity, setting overall strategy and policy, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets
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Ensure the charity applies its resources exclusively in pursuing its objectives
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Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the charity
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Safeguard the good name and values of the charity
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Declare any conflict of interest while carrying out the duties of a trustee
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Are responsible for the actions of the charity
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Participate in other tasks as arise from time to time when possible, such as interviewing new staff, helping with fundraising etc.
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Attend quarterly meetings and read papers in preparation for the meeting
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Keep informed about the activities of the charity and wider issues which affect its work
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Be available to staff for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis
Person specification
We are seeking a finance trustee who has the following:
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Experience in business growth and financial management, ideally with a recognised accountancy or management qualification
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Understanding of charity finance
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A commitment to Restart’s vision, mission and values
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Willingness to devote the time and effort needed to fulfil the role
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A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to contributing to a positive working culture
Further information is available about both the treasurer and trustee role in the job specifications available on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Become our Trustee Tresurer and chair our Finance Committee.We need a Trustees with energy, enthusiasm and commitment to help accelerate our influcence on wildlife and nature recovery issues in the country and beyond.
With a refreshed 3-year strategy (23-26), “A Wilder Herefordshire, More Nature Everywhere” we’re working hard to recover nature at scale through deeper collaborations, working with local community organisations and networks to develop a clear plan for nature’s recovery. We are also working with neighbouring Wildlife Trusts, river partnerships and national partners such as the Woodland Trust, National Trust, and Duchy of Cornwall.
So, with lots happening, it’s an exciting if challenging time for the Trust. Urgent action is needed to address the decline of wildlife in our beautiful county – and we need to muster all the resources and skills we can to succeed.
We are a welcoming board who support and challenge each other to do better for wildlife.
We look to recruit trustees from a range of backgrounds, life stages and skills to join us.
At this time, we wish to recruit someone to take on the role of Treasurer, and chair our Finance Committee. You would need the following skills and qualities:
· A strong commitment to wildlife conservation and the Vision of the Trust;
· Demonstrable experience of financial management;
· The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences;
· A good understanding of governance, gained either as a Trustee of another charity, a director of a company, or as a manager who has worked with Boards;
· The ability to apply clear logical thinking and creativity to developing our strategy
If you are successful, you will be welcomed and supported by a talented and committed board of trustees, a strong and experienced staff team and an active and expanding band of volunteers and by the wider Wildlife Trust movement. We hope you are inspired to apply, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Alison McLean OBE, Chair, March 2025
Too many people in our country experience poor health and are dying too young because of who they are, where they were born, and where they live. We believe in longer lives, better lived.
We partner with expert local organisations working on the front line of addressing health inequalities, corporate sector, universities, and policy-makers, to understand the effectiveness of different approaches to improving people's quality of life and health. By using the connections, evidence and expertise we have developed, we influence government on how to shape policy that tackles the real causes of poor health.
We are seeking a qualified accountant with charity financial management experience to join our Finance, Audit and Operations Committee as an independent member. You will provide scrutiny to the committee, ensuring the Trust is in sound financial shape and that there is a strong framework for accountability. You will use your expertise to advise on financial planning and reporting and risk management.
We particularly encourage applications from people from racially minoritised communities, disabled people, and people from disadvantaged neighbourhoods.
If this sounds like the role you are looking for and you feel you have the skills and experience we need, visit our website for full details about the role and how to apply.
The closing date for applications is Monday 28 July 2025 and interviews will take place online on Wednesday 6 August.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Bromley Experts by Experience Treasurer will help the board of trustees carry out their financial responsibilities, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chair of Trustees and staff team in establishing strong foundations for this Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisation with a view to a financially sustainable future. You will also be supporting us in developing our future approach to financial management, making the most of financial modelling, and supporting clear reporting to funders, partners and stakeholders.
The Treasurer will play a vital role, working with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chair of Trustees and staff team to help the organisation ensure sound financial records, develop income streams, and build impact reports. As part of a new, expanded board of trustees at Bromley Experts by Experience, you will provide effective financial oversight, supporting the CEO and senior staff members in developing our vision and strategy to ensure a financially sustainable future.
IMPORTANT: As a Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisation, our governing articles require that our staff, trustees and volunteers bring with them lived experience of disability (self-identified or otherwise). See how we define this below.
Responsibilities of the Treasurer:
- Present financial reports to the board in a format that helps fellow trustees understand X by X Bromley’s financial position.
- Advise the board on how to carry out its financial responsibilities.
- Work with professional advisors and staff, as needed to oversee the preparation and scrutiny of annual accounts.
- Ensure X by X Bromley activities benefit its members and beneficiaries.
- Ensure the board fulfils their duties and responsibilities for effective charity governance in line with Bromley Experts by Experience’s policies and the requirements of the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
- Support and advocate for X by X Bromley’s mission, vision and values.
What we ask of you:
- The Treasurer should expect to serve for a minimum of 12 months.
- The Treasurer is required to attend scheduled meetings with some ad hoc meetings where necessary.
- It is anticipated that the time commitment will be an approximate average of 2.5 hours per week. This will mainly comprise of:
- Board meeting attendance (plus preparation thereof) every 8 weeks,
- AGM attendance (plus preparation of papers and accounts),
- Supporting our annual Disability Pride event.
- Regular scheduled meetings with senior staff.
- As we are a very small charity, there could be occasions when extra time will be required (e.g. during the planning of new projects or dealing with any particular difficulties that arise), or where additional support would be appreciated (e.g. attending events, meeting members at project days).
Key Skills and Qualities:
- Lived Experience of disability (can be self-identified)
- A belief that Disabled People can and should be actively welcomed and included in our communities. An understanding that it is barriers in society that make that harder. This is called the Social Model of Disability.
- A qualified accountant with not-for-profit awareness and knowledge. An understanding of very small charities and/or DDPOs would be advantageous.
- Competent IT skills, including working knowledge of QuickBooks and Excel.
- Ability to communicate and explain financial information accessibly.
- Strong analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating professional and independent judgement.
- A genuine interest in local communities and people.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, communicating in a way that is accessible to you.
- Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship, the Treasurer role, and the financial aspects of running a charity.
- An effective team worker, contributing an independent perspective.
- Possess and demonstrate integrity, objectivity, accountability, and honesty.
- Commitment to Bromley Experts by Experience’s aims, objectives and values.
The Treasurer must be legally eligible to stand as a registered Company Director and Charity Trustee. Having had previous experience as a trustee of a voluntary organisation is an advantage.
The Treasurer will require a DBS Check to be completed.
What we mean by lived experience of disability:
As we follow the Social Model of Disability, our definition of Disabled person includes anyone who is being discriminated against or disabled by barriers in society, including:
- People with physical impairment
- People with visual impairment
- Deaf people
- People with hearing impairment
- People who are neurodivergent
- People with learning difficulties/disabilities
- People who experience mental health conditions/mental distress
- People with long-term health conditions
We recognise that a lot of these impairments are invisible and many people have more than one impairment.
We work to create inclusive and accessible communities in Bromley and beyond to enable Deaf and Disabled people to participate fully in society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an experienced Finance professional to join our Board of Trustees as our new Treasurer as we develop and expand.
Our charity is forming as the National Health Service seeks closer integration of services and tighter cooperation between health, local government, local businesses and communities and the voluntary and charitable sector. In our Northwest London patch we are positioning as a voice for the sector, able to respond to, to challenge, to coordinate and partner with the integrated care board.
This will be an exciting time to join our dynamic and collaborative board as we support the delivery of a broad range of Health and Wellbeing services across North West London. Our Treasurer will have specific key responsibilities relating to their financial knowledge and experience. And crucially, they will also help the full Board to understand and consider the financial implications of significant decisions.
Our new Treasurer will have a senior background in Finance and strong financial acumen. You will have experience of strategic planning and risk management along with strong analytical skills and problem solving abilities. We are a North West London based CIO and serve it's communities so a connection to or an understanding of North West London is an essential.
By contributing to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation that achieves impact delivering a broad range of Health and Wellbeing services alongside a dedicated community development function, you will have a rewarding opportunity to apply your skills and experience in accounting and finance, for the good of communities across North West London.
As part of a trusted CIO, you will play a vital role in local healthcare delivery, recognised for its consistent quality and strong professional reputation.
3ST is very fortunate to benefit from a collegiate Board with a strong mix of professional backgrounds, lived experience and skills. There is a great deal to learn as well as actively contribute to in terms of delivering change and innovation in health services and on the frontline.
The TrusteeWorks team at Reach Volunteering are supporting 3ST with their Treasurer recruitment.
Please send an up-to-date CV / Linkedin profile and covering letter outlining:
Your relevant experience and skills
Why you are interested in joining 3ST
How you would contribute to our mission and strategic objectives
Please also supply the names and contact details of two referees.
The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday the 18 of August, 2025.