Treasurer wanted!

Location: London, United Kingdom

Commitment: Part-time, Non-Executive Role, 24 days per year.

Azura Search is excited to be partnering with The Marylebone Cricket Club Foundation (MCCF) in their search for a new Treasurer to join their Board of Trustees. MCCF's mission is to transform lives through cricket by providing free coaching and match play opportunities, aiming to empower boys and girls to reach their full potential in the game, unite and inspire communities, and promote physical and mental well-being.

The Treasurer is a Trustee of the charity and a key member of the Board. They provide strategic oversight of the organisation’s finances, working closely with the Finance Director to ensure sound financial management and reporting. The Treasurer also chairs the Finance Committee and plays an active role in board governance and broader organisational development.

• Chair the Finance Committee: Lead quarterly committee meetings, set agendas, and facilitate robust discussions on the charity’s financial reporting and audit matters.
• Provide financial oversight: Review and challenge financial plans and performance, including budgets, forecasts, cashflow, and reserves, ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards. Oversee the selection and performance of external auditors, ensuring the timely and effective completion of audits.
• Support the Executive Team: Support the Director and wider team by providing financial insight, strategic input, and constructive challenge as needed. Actively contribute as a Trustee, participating in strategic planning, performance monitoring, and decision-making across all areas of the charity.
• Act as an Ambassador for MCCF: Represent and advocate for MCCF’s mission and values, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

A senior business leader with recent and relevant financial experience. An accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) would be helpful but is not essential. Relevant experience to be able to contribute to the overall vision and strategic direction of the organisation, gained in complex, commercial environments. Prior non-executive experience, particularly experience of serving on a finance or audit committee, is desirable. Prior knowledge of charity income streams, including restricted and non-restricted funds, statement of financial activities, and how they impact financial planning and risk, would be helpful but is not essential. A willingness to learn, and adhere to, the legal responsibilities of charity trustees and the specific role of Treasurer. Confident in interpreting and communicating financial information to non-financial audiences. Passionate about widening access and diversity in sport. MCCF welcomes applicants who will bring new perspectives, fresh ideas, and reflect the diverse communities it aims to serve.

Attendance will be required at quarterly formal Board meetings, as well as quarterly Finance Committee meetings every year. Including ad-hoc activities, a total time commitment for the role is estimated at 24 days per year.