Volunteer Trustee Treasurer

What will you be doing?

We're a charity supporting individuals who have experienced homelessness. Our companions are central to our ethos and success. Overall role of the Treasurer is to maintain an overview of the charity’s affairs, safeguarding its financial viability and ensuring that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.  Chairing the Enterprise and Finance Committee (a subcommittee of the board) in line with its terms of reference and delegated responsibilities is the role you would play. These include the scrutiny of financial and risk management by the executive team, and leading on the budget approval and audit process. Reporting the outcomes of the Enterprise and Finance Committee meetings to the Board of Trustees. Making recommendations to the Board on financial and risk management matters, whilst working alongside our finance officer acting as contact between the executive team and trustees.  Acting as a counter signatory for online payments and applications to funders and ensuring that annual accounts are submitted to all relevant regulators in a timely fashion.  ·        

The Board meets bi-monthly at the Old Vicarage in Coventry or via video where required. The Enterprise and Finance Committee meets alternately bi-monthly.

What are we looking for?

We are particularly interested in hearing from a diverse range of candidates with experience and skills in any of the following areas: Social Care, HR, Fundraising Business Operations, IT, Legal

Integrity An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship. Strong communication skills and Good independent judgement and a willingness to speak one’s mind respectfully. Analyse financial proposals and examine  their financial consequences.  Strategic vision. Critical and creative thinking  Ability to evaluate and interpret information  Willingness to devote the necessary time, enthusiasm, and effort. Commitment to Emmaus Ethos Ability to work alongside a team

What difference will you make?

"As a Treasurer you will play a vital role in shaping our work and strategic direction, and ensure we continue our support for our companions and achieve our purpose to helping more individuals and keeping us viable as we look to expanding the community." You’ll ensure our funds are managed responsibly and transparently. The role is flexible and you'll be fully supported by the current Treasurer and Board of Trustees to get to grips with your role and training.