Treasurer/Accountant

The Pirate Castle is looking for a voluntary Treasurer to join our volunteer board of trustees.  We are an iconic Camden-based community boating charity, established for 55 years.  Our well-known castle building sits on the banks of the Regent's Canal.  We rent out our community space and offer a range of watersports.  Kayaking and canal boating are core to our work and we strive to tackle disadvantage and support our community by offering subsidised sport and recreation. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fiancial analysis or accounting, ideally with a professional accountancy qualification.  The role involves working with our Development Manager and contracted Bookkeeper to monitor and oversee the charity's financies and to report to trustees.  It also involves overseeing the preparation of the annual accounts, working with inspector (our income levels are below the audit threshold). 

The charity is in a sound financial position.  As the Treasurer youwill also be involved in and have an important voice in the charity's strategic management and governance.  We are a friendly board and staff team, looking for a Treasurer with good communication skills.   You can expect about five hours' work per month.  Please note this is a voluntary (unpaid) position.  As a trustee you would be a director of our company limited by guarantee.  We maintain directors and officers insurance for our board members.