Treasurer for Children's Charity

Treasurer for Children's Charity

Trustee/Governor
J101513
At a glance

Skills

  • Accountancy / Auditing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial management
  • Governance
  • Strategic development and planning
  • Strategic mentoring / coaching

Where

Nottingham, NG1 3HX
Mainly at home
Travel limit? 25

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
3-7 hours / week
You will need to attend bi-monthly evening board meetings and in addition provide support to a bi-monthly working group and preparation time.

Deadline

03 Feb 2025

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We are looking for a Treasurer to join our vibrant board of Trustees. Imara is a specialist charity for children and young people affected by child sexual abuse and/or domestic abuse. We are seeking committed and skilled financial governance

What will you be doing?

We are seeking an individual with expertise in finance and accounting (preferably within the charity sector), to provide oversight of the charity’s finances, provide financial leadership to the Finance Director and Senior Leadership Team, and drive development of the charity.  The successful person will have the necessary financial skills and experience to become Treasurer.

The Treasurer is a key member of the charity's Board of Trustees, responsible for overseeing the charity's financial health and ensuring that its financial practices align with legal and regulatory requirements. The Treasurer plays a vital role in ensuring the charity is well-managed, transparent, and sustainable by providing financial oversight, guidance, and strategic direction to the Board and staff. 

You will bring knowledge of the corporate world to support Imara to network wisely as a charity and to make the most of opportunities to widen our income streams.

What are we looking for?

You will bring a commitment to the Charity’s Mission, a passion for the charity’s cause and a strong desire to contribute to its success. 

  • Attention to Detail: Precision in reviewing financial documents and identifying issues or discrepancies. 
  • Analytical Mindset: Ability to understand complex financial data and communicate it in a straightforward manner. 
  • Collaborative: Ability to work effectively with other trustees, staff, and volunteers. 

You will have

  • Financial Expertise: Experience in financial management, preferably within a charity or not-for-profit environment. 
  • Professional Qualification: A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or significant experience in financial oversight. 
  • Knowledge of Charity Finance: A strong understanding of charity financial reporting standards, tax regulations (including VAT and Gift Aid), and the UK Charity Commission’s requirements. 
  • Risk Management: Ability to assess and manage financial risks effectively. 
  • Leadership and Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders. 
  • Strategic Thinking: Experience in budgeting, financial planning, and advising senior leadership on strategic decisions. 
  • Ethical Integrity: High standard of personal integrity, ensuring that the charity operates with transparency and accountability. 

What difference will you make?

This is a vital role for us as we face the challenges and uncertainty of the current financial and funding landscape. You have the potential to enable us to grow our sustainability and our unrestricted income allowing us to meet the demand for our specialist services. 

We are at a pivotal time for the charity, hoping to build our corporate sponsorship and diversify our income streams so that we can confidently budget for the next five years independently of securing grant funding.

Before you apply

If you are shortlisted then we will ask you to complete a brief skills audit in addition to your CV, prior to attending an interview.

Causes
  • Children / families
  • Community safety / victim support / domestic violence
  • Counselling / advice
  • Criminal justice
  • Health and well being / research and care
  • Mental health
  • Young people
  • Organisation type: 
    Charity

    Imara works provides an early intervention service to children, young people and safe family members in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, after a disclosure of Child Sexual Abuse (CSA). Referrals...