At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee charity finances, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with legal responsibilities.
- Company: Impact-driven charity focused on making a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, receive training, and claim Saltire Awards hours.
- Other info: Flexible commitment of 3-4 hours per month with quarterly online meetings.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your financial management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial management and bookkeeping, ideally with charity treasurer experience.
We are seeking a Treasurer as we grow and develop our funding streams.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for governing the organisation.
They are responsible for growing the overall impact of the charity and for overseeing the strategic plan.
- Preparing quarterly and annual financial reports for the Board.
- Preparing the submission to OSCR in liaison with the Chair of Trustees, Director, and with the Independent Examiner.
- Assisting with the setting and monitoring of the budget.
- Ensuring we comply with our legal responsibility in relation to finance and more widely as a Board member.
- Working closely with the Board and the Director to ensure that our processes are streamlined and transparent.
- Attending quarterly meetings of the Board.
Experience required
You will have proven experience in financial management and bookkeeping, ideally supported by a relevant formal qualification.
Previous experience as a treasurer of a charity is essential, so that you have a sound understanding of the financial responsibilities of charitable organisations and the requirements for submitting annual returns to OSCR.
Travel expenses
Reasonable expenses incurred as part of the role will be covered.
- Training will be provided where needed
- Restrictions
- Availability
- Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
- Frequency & commitment
3-4 hours per month plus attendance at quarterly meeting (online).
Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity. Find out more
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Impact-Driven Charity Treasurer & Finance Lead employer: Voluntary Action Orkney
Befriending Networks is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of its board members, particularly in the role of Treasurer. With a commitment to meaningful connections and quality befriending support, the organisation fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. As a remote charity, it provides flexibility in participation while ensuring that members can engage in impactful financial stewardship that directly supports its mission.
