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MRCC Trust member - Treasurer

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The Multicultural Recreation and Community Centre Charitable Trust is looking for a Treasurer to oversee the finances of the Trust alongside other members of the board. This role is unpaid. The Financial/Office Administrator manages the day-to-day bookkeeping and reconciliation. The Treasurer role is one of oversight.

Tasks:

  • Supporting the Financial/Office Administrator in preparing the operating budget for approval by the Board, and re-forecasting the remainder of the year with relation to grants, funding and donations/.
  • Approving payments and managing banking relationship as required.
  • Ensuring that sufficient funds are available at all times to support the organisation’s liabilities.
  • Preparing financial reports for the board, authorising payments and supporting Payroll.
  • Working with staff to ensure the organisation meets its compliance with end of year charities reporting
  • Developing and reviewing financial policies.

You will use your skills to advise and guide financial decisions for the Trust that will enable its longevity. From time to time the treasurer may be called upon to assist in funding applications and reporting.

Along with your treasurer role you will be an active board member guiding a new organisation in long term strategic planning.

Interested candidates will be required to submit a brief statement of interest that includes:

  1. an introduction (briefly introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in becoming a trust member),
  2. relevant experience (highlight any relevant experience or skills that make you a suitable candidate for the role. This could include professional experience, volunteer work, or personal attributes), and
  3. potential contributions (Describe how you believe you can contribute to the board and the organization. Mention any specific areas where you think you can add value).
Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Experienced in Accounting/ Financial reporting
  • Good understanding of the funding environment
  • Previous experience being on a board is desirable

A Ministry of Justice background check is required for this role.

A Ministry of Justice background check is required for this role.

Time commitment:

Board Meetings are held monthly (every 2nd Wednesday for an average duration of 2 hours) plus other work as required. Approximately 10 hours per month in total.

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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