Treasurer (Trustee)
The financial management of the charity is a shared responsibility of all the Trustees, but the Treasurer takes the lead responsibility for the ensuring that the other Trustees have the information and tools necessary to maintain a proper understanding of the charity’s finances.
Role Description The Treasurer should:
• undertake all of the main responsibilities and duties of a Trustee
• work with the Scheme Manager to prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts
• with the Senior Management Team, take the lead on monitoring financial risks and mitigations from the Risks Register
• maintain a good grasp of the charity’s financial procedures and current situation, including progress against budget and cash flow
• ensure that Trustees have up-to-date financial information
• work with the Scheme Manager to prepare quarterly financial management reports
• work with the Scheme Manager to prepare annual accounts for the Charity Commission and AGM
• with the Scheme manager, complete the annual financial checklist
• make recommendations on salary levels and increases
• review financial policies and procedures on the agreed schedule
• authorise bank payments
Person Specification The Treasurer should:
• demonstrate all of the qualities in the person specification for a trustee
• demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail
• be able to understand and present financial information simply and clearly
• have experience of managing finances or operating financial procedures
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