Treasurer Trustee

We are going through a period of change, including some financial growth and are looking for a conscientious individual, committed to women's rights,  to join our Board of Trustees as Treasurer. 

The Treasurer will oversee the financial matters of the charity in line with good practice and in accordance with the governing document and legal requirements, and report to the Board of Trustees at regular intervals about the financial health of the organisation. The Treasurer will ensure that effective financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place, and are appropriate for the charity.

Principal responsibilities:

 ·       Overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts, financial statements and financial reports to the Board of Trustees after discussion with the Directors

·        Being assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs and are within the charitiy’s objects

·        Playing a key role in the development and implementation of appropriate financial policy and procedures, reserves policy and investment policy.

Main duties:

·        Liaising with the directors about financial matters

.        Overseeing the accounts

.        Issuing certain payments

·        Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities

·        Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place

·        Advising on the financial implications of the organisation's strategic plans and assisting with appropriate budgeting/forecasting

·        Liaising with the charity’s auditors where appropriate

·        Liaising with the chair and directors to ensure that the charities annual accounts are compliant with the current Charities SORP

·        Ensuring equipment and assets are adequately maintained and insured