Volunteer Treasurer

What will you be doing?

Monitoring cash flow and arranging payment of invoices with the Church Assistant Treasurer.  Ensuring adequate funds are available to meet financial commitments. Reporting to, and attending meetings of the Church Council and the Property Committee.  Preparing an annual budget and presenting it to the Church Council. Preparing the annual accounts, presenting them to the Church Council, and co-ordinating with the Independent Examiner for their review. Attending meetings of the local Methodist Circuit as an ex-officio Trustee thereof. Ensuring that various utility and insurance renewals, statutory reports, and Gift Aid claims are made. These can be allocated to either the Church Treasurer or the Church Assistant Treasurer. The allocation would need to be agreed by the holders of the two positions.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an Accountant or Bookkeeper with at least 3+ years’ experience of managing cash flow and preparing accounts to join our volunteer team. It is essential that the Treasurer holds Methodist membership, which can be arranged. The applicant should have an ability to deal with numbers and have basic Excel skills. They should be able to communicate basic financial matters, and be able to work with and supervise the Church Assistant Treasurer.

What difference will you make?

Work alongside fellow Trustees on the Church Council. Gain experience of volunteer management through overseeing the work of the Assistant Church Treasurer. Have a significant role in the financial and cash flow management across the range of the church's activities – including the Church Centre: an active hub in the local community, with many local groups and charities using our facilities every week.