Treasurer

Our charity can be summed up in 4 words: People, Horses, Development, Enrichment. Horses are amazing animals and through them we have the opportunity to make real and lasting differences to the lives of local disabled adults and children.

Role Purpose

• Work with fellow Directors to shape, drive and monitor the charity strategy
• Prepare for and participate fully in board meetings
• Promote the work of the charity externally
• Act reasonably in decision-making and leadership of the organisation
• Ensure the proper management and administration of the charity
• Participate in sub-committees
• Select, manage and support the Senior Management
• Manage risks with a considered, proportionate and balanced approach
• Ensure that the charity's values and the principles of RDA are upheld in the delivery of its objectives

Specific to the Treasurer role

• Prepare and present monthly accounts
• Prepare a summary and report for the Board
• Prepare a quarterly report for the Members of the Centre
• Prepare and submit annual statutory accounts, tax computations and Charity Commission returns
• Present the financial statements to the Board and Members at the AGM
• Working with the Charity Manager, prepare and present an annual budget to the Board

Full training and support is available for the duties mentioned above.

Time commitment

Board meetings are usually held monthly, out of normal working hours. In addition, there may be sub-committees to attend where appropriate. Papers for meetings are circulated five working days in advance.

Outside of board and committee meetings, Directors are asked to represent the Centre at events and champion the work of the Centre and RDA to their contacts and networks. In addition, staff sometimes consult with Directors on particular subjects and there are opportunities for Directors to attend project meetings and events.

The Treasurer role has additional duties and will on average require 4-6 hours per week to complete these duties.

We are looking for 3 Directors

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

We are seeking a Treasurer who:

• Is committed to the organisation and has sufficient time and willingness to contribute effectively to board proceedings as well as the Treasurer's duties
• Has an understanding of strategy development
• Is able to work effectively as a member of a team
• Is willing to speak up and can remain independent of any influence from another organisation or individual
• Is able to make quick and sound decisions based on an analysis of information presented to them
• Has a passion for the charitable sector and social change, and an understanding of theory of change
• Can manage risks with a balanced and informed approach
• Is committed to the principles of RDA

Desirable

We are seeking a Director who:

• Has an interest in or experience of activities covered by RDA
• Has a reasonable level of understanding about the legal, financial, audit and regulatory requirements of a charity
• Managing relationships between charitable and non-charitable organisations
• Lives or works within the Centre's catchment area
• Has an understanding of disability related issues

Specific skills, experience or knowledge

The Treasurer needs to be a qualified accountant that has experience in a senior or managerial role within a small to medium sized company. Good overall business knowledge will also be beneficial.

The Board of Directors play a vital role as custodians of the charity, each member of the Board must have a unique skill set that collectively can offer the Centre it's best possible chance of not only long term survival but to think big and help the Centre achieve it's vision to be a progressive community based around horses, providing life enhancing opportunities to people with additional needs.

The Treasurer has a very specific and important role within the Board. It is an all encompassing and influential role and is essential to ensure that effective financial systems and procedures have been established, are being consistently followed and are in line with best practice and legal requirements.

The application process will include an initial phone conversation followed by a more formal interview process.