Volunteer Treasurer/Bookkeeper - Croydon

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 plangroup 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 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 Disclaimer It's important that people affected by Parkinson’s can trust us with their personal information. As a Branch Treasurer you would be handling personal or sensitive data, so by undertaking this role you'll need to complete and maintain your data protection and confidentiality training.

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 difference will you make?

What's in it for you Develop valuable leadership, teamwork and people skills  Play a crucial role in the local Parkinson's community, Team Parkinson’s, and wider local planning, making new friends and building local connections - attending local meetings Develop / maintain your accountancy or bookkeeping skills, along with administrative and communication skills - we are happy to provide references