Our Treasurers are vital in supporting our volunteer team to manage funds and donations for the benefit of the Parkinson's community locally. Could you be this person?
What difference will you make?
Play a crucial role in the local Parkinson's community, Team Parkinson's, and wider local planning
What are we looking for?
The skills you need Previous experience in finance, accountancy or bookkeeping Confident with numbers and able to take the lead on the group's finances Have confident computer and email skills - be open to using new systems and other digital tools Have a commitment to the wider charity's aims and values Be able to contribute to balanced decisions that take into account multiple views, and to do so in a collaborative, open and inclusive way with committee and local staff
What will you be doing?
Why we want you This vital role supports local groups across the UK which are run by volunteers, offering friendship and support to people living with Parkinson's, their families and friends. As a pivotal part of the local volunteer team, you will help plan group spending for the benefit of people affected by Parkinson's in your community. What you will be doing Be an ambassador for Team Parkinson's - engaging with local staff, volunteers, and your local community, to ensure the group has the greatest possible impact on those affected by Parkinson's in your area Accurately record financial activity, keeping the group and the Parkinson's UK local networks finance team informed of the group's financial position With support from your local staff, stay up to date with Parkinson's UK's financial policies actively sharing them with the group and supporting the group to operate within them Provide regular reports to the committee on the financial status of the group including final accounts at the Annual General Meeting Deal with financial administration for the group, from annual reports to legacy spending, and ensuring volunteer expenses are paid accurately in line with our volunteer expenses policy Be a signatory on the group's bank accounts