Treasurer Trustee

Equality in Tourism is now going through a period of change, including some financial growth and are looking for a conscientious individual, committed to women’s equality, 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

·          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

·          Making a formal presentation of the accounts at the annual general meeting and drawing attention to important points in a coherent and easily understandable way

 Person specification

 We’re seeking someone who has a strong commitment to gender equality and empathy with our mission. Experience in accountancy or bookkeeping is required.  Previous experience working with a non-profit is preferred but not necessary.

·          The capacity to build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders and colleagues to achieve organisational objectives

·          Sound judgement and effective decision making

·          Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences

·          Commitment to the organisation and a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort

·          Preparedness to make unpopular recommendations to the board

·          Willingness to be available to staff for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis

·          Good, independent judgement and strategic vision

·          An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship

·          An ability to work effectively as a member of a team

·          An understanding of the respective roles of the Chair, Trustees and Directors