Treasurer and Trustee

Treasurer and Trustee

Trustee/Governor
J99292
At a glance

Skills

  • Accountancy / Auditing
  • Financial management
  • Governance
  • Strategic development and planning
  • Business advice / analysis
  • Data analysis

Where

Camberley, GU15 3HD
Mainly at home
Travel limit? Ideally living or working in Surrey Heath

Time

Mostly outside office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-3 hours / week
Trustees attend 5 Board meetings annually, and 6-8 virtual Executive Committee meetings

Deadline

25 Oct 2024

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Citizens Advice Surrey Heath is an independent local charity seeking a financial professional to lead our financial strategy and ensure our long-term sustainability.

What will you be doing?

Managing our finances effectively is key to the continuation of our organisation and we currently need a committed individual to lead our financial strategy and ensure our long-term sustainability. As a key member of our Board, and Treasurer you'll play a vital role in guiding our financial health.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Qualified finance professional, ideally with some charity experience
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Passion for making a positive impact

What are we looking for?

Skills/experience required 

We're looking for a finance professional, ideally with some knowledge or experience of charity finances. Other skills you'll need to demonstrate include:

  • understand and accept the responsibilities and liabilities as trustees
  • have financial qualifications and experience 
  • the ability to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences
  • the ability to explain complex financial information in an accessible way
  • the ability to exercise good independent judgement and contribute to Board discussions and where necessary to make difficult recommendations
  • be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own and work effectively as part of a team
  • have good listening, verbal and written communication skills
  • the ability to work to timetables and deadlines
  • a keen interest to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies and undertake appropriate training to fulfil the role of a Trustee

What difference will you make?

Why Join Our Board?

  • Make a meaningful impact: Contribute to a cause that directly benefits your local community.
  • Develop your leadership skills: Gain valuable experience in governance, leadership and strategic decision-making.
  • Network with like-minded individuals: Connect with passionate professionals who share your commitment to social justice.
  • Enhance your professional profile: Add a prestigious role to your resume and demonstrate your expertise in finance.

Before you apply

For a full job description and/or to discuss this role further please contact us via Reach.

Causes
  • Black, asian and minority ethnic groups
  • Campaigning
  • Children / families
  • Community safety / victim support / domestic violence
  • Counselling / advice
  • Education
  • Emergency Services / Armed Forces
  • Environment
  • Financial inclusion
  • Health and well being / research and care
  • Housing and homelessness
  • Human rights
  • Learning disabilities / difficulties
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender
  • Local / community
  • Men
  • Mental health
  • Older people / later life
  • Physical disabilities
  • Poverty relief
  • Refugees / migrants
  • Social care
  • Training / employment support
  • Voluntary sector support
  • Women
  • Young people
  • Organisation type: 
    Charity

    Citizens Advice Surrey Heath provides free, impartial and independent advice and information for the benefit of the local community.

    It is part of the Citizens Advice network - the most...