Independent Treasurer
Salary: Expenses paid
Location: Sheffield
This is an exciting phase for Rounders, and we need a treasurer who has the skills to support our development.
We have a highly committed staff team who value the leadership and support of the Board. Further information on the organisation can be found on the Rounders England website http://www.roundersengland.co.uk/
Job Description
Specific experience and skills should include:
Relevant qualifications and experience to support the Chief Executive running an organisation with a turnover of around £1 million pa. The role of Treasurer is not limited to financial matters and they are expected to get involved in all parts of the Board’s remit too.
Strong business acumen combined with an understanding and observance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of being a Treasurer of a not-for-profit organisation.
Demonstrable independence, impartiality and integrity working in a multi-stakeholder environment.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and influencing skills to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
We are particularly keen to achieve a more diverse board that better represents the racial and ethnic diversity of our communities.
Role Requirements
The role of the Treasurer is to provide independent leadership to the Board in financial matters. The independence of the Treasurer is essential.
The particular role of the Treasurer is to provide independent guidance and advice to the Board and its staff to:
· Ensure that Rounders England complies with its governing documents and relevant legislation and regulations;
· Ensure that Rounders England pursues its objects as defined in its governing documents;
· Highlight potential or actual conflicts of interest and give a lead in their recognition and resolution;
· Provide a lead in Rounders England’s accountability for its integrity, effectiveness and openness;
· Set high professional standards in matters of finance and governance;
· Oversee the financial management risk process;
· Liaise on behalf of the Board with the external auditors;
· Inform the Board in the approval of accounts;
· Keep the Board aware and informed about its financial duties and responsibilities;
· Inform the Board of the financial implications of corporate plans and of the management operational plans and budgets for which the Chief Executive has responsibility and is accountable to the Board.
· Serve on the Business and Commercial Committee and the Audit Committee
The Treasurer must understand Rounders England’s accounting procedures and key internal controls and thereby be able to provide assurance in liaison with the Chief Executive to the Board that the organisation’s financial integrity is sound.
Time Commitment
A minimum of 1 day a month. There are usually four board meetings in a year, and a minimum of two Business and Commercial committee meetings (which incorporate the Audit committee).
How to apply
The Chief Executive Officer, Alison Howard, and the Chair, Ruth Daniels are available for a confidential telephone consultation. Please contact samuel.k@inclusiveboards.co.uk to arrange this.
To apply please send your CV, equality monitoring form, and a supporting statement to: appointments@inclusiveboards.co.uk.
Closing date for applications is 17 November 2017
Interviews will take place w/c 27 November 2017
