They are seeking a new Treasurer to advise the small charity on all matters involving the custody of financial resources, the application of those resources, financial procedures, and financial reporting both within the charity and to external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include preparing draft financial plans and budgets, producing reports on actual financial performance against the budget, preparing end of year accounts, and overseeing financial records and the work of the organisations bookkeeper.

The Board meets quarterly, usually online but occasionally in London (hybrid), and the total time commitment required for the role is a few hours per month.

They are seeking a Treasurer to join their expanding UK Board of Trustees to maintain an overview of the organisation’s financial affairs, ensure that its plans are financially viable, and that proper fiscal records, policies and procedures are maintained.

Key responsibilities include overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements; ensuring that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs; and advising on the financial implications of the organisation's strategic plans.

The Board meets quarterly, currently on a Saturday, and the total estimated time commitment required is 4 hours per month.

They are seeking a new Treasurer, with suitable accounting and finance experience as well as energy and enthusiasm, to provide board level insight and scrutiny of financial plans, processes and decision making.

The post holder will inspect and authorise fortnightly payments, review and approve the organisations financial statements, and oversee financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress. Previous governance experience is not required, and a full induction and training will be provided.

The board meets 4-6 times a year, usually remotely in the evening, with one annual in-person away day in North Wales. The total estimated time commitment required for the role is approximately 5 hours per month.

They are at a stage where they need to review their current Sage accounting system and investment in it, and are seeking the support of a systems expert to support them in making the right decision for an accounting system that is fit for purpose and fit for the future for their organisational financial information needs.

The volunteer will review the current use of their accounting programme, making recommendation on how to get the most out of the current system, advise on possible technological solutions and automation to reduce workload, and advise on the suitability of current systems and recommend alternatives where appropriate.

They are seeking a volunteer well-experienced with accounting systems review, and implementation, and automation of accounting and reporting processes, preferably in the charity/INGO sector.

They are seeking the support of a volunteer as they develop internal control mechanisms to account for and report activities that are associated with Sustainable and Responsible Investing (SRI) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors.

Through the support of an AfID volunteer, they are looking to achieve:

• Improved Transparency: Accurate and consistent reporting of SRI and ESG-related activities to stakeholders. 
• Enhanced Accountability: Clear identification and monitoring of areas of impact, ensuring alignment with organizational values and commitments. 
• Educated Associates: Empowering team members with the tools and knowledge to apply socially responsible financial management practices. 
• Attracting Stakeholders: Building trust and credibility with funders and partners through reliable reporting and sustainable practices. 
• Strategic Decision-Making: Utilizing comprehensive data to guide investment and operational strategies effectively. 
• Long-Term Sustainability: Creating a foundation for integrating SRI and ESG principles, ensuring practices benefit both the organization and the larger community.

Having recently appointed a new Treasurer, they are looking to strengthen their board further with an additional finance professional able to support with overseeing the charity’s finances, including its budgets, accounts and investments, as well as to monitor it's financial health.

As a Trustee, the postholder will be involved in setting the charity’s strategic direction.

The Board meets monthly, for no more than 2 hours, in-person in Newbury.

They run a small visitor centre, shop and café on the former Spode Works site. Given its size, comprehensiveness and location on the original site, this collection is unique in the UK as the sole surviving enterprise in industrial ceramics and very likely in the world.

They are looking to bring on board someone, either as a Trustee or Advisor, with the experience and ability to inform business planning, strategic development and financial management.

The post holder will also oversee monthly cash flow and forecasts based on bank statements, sales and expenditure as well as supervising the preparation of annual charity commission return accounts and tax return.

The organisation are very flexible in terms of what the role may look like, dependent on who they appoint, with a minimum time commitment of 6 meetings annually.