Trustee - Finance

Pivotal to our success in this mission is our exceptional Board of Trustees. We are looking for a passionate individual who can join us and help lead our charity as we support and encourage organisations in the voluntary sector to make an even bigger impact.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who shares our vision and enthusiasm to make a difference in their local community, is an inspiring leader, and loves to think ahead. Whilst previous experience of trusteeship is helpful, it is not essential. If you understand the value of the local Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise sector (abbreviated as VCFSE) and are looking for your next big challenge, then we would love to hear from you.   

Finance & Accounts Champion (Trustee)

Role Purpose: Provide governance and oversight of financial activity.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Lead on monitoring financial health and strategy

·       Review management accounts, budgets and audit processes

·       Ensure compliance with Charity SORP and accounting practices

·       Support staff team in grant budget monitoring and financial planning

Skills & Experience Required:

·       Experience in finance, accountancy, or budgeting

·       Familiarity with charity finance practices

Time Commitment:

·       4–6 hours monthly (more during budgeting/audit cycles)

·       Trustee meetings plus monthly check-ins with GM or finance lead

Trustee Commitments in addition to Champion role:

Meetings:

·       4 board meetings in person, per year (usually Friday at 10am, 2 hours). One AGM

Support to GMs:

·       Champions provide ad-hoc advice/input between meetings on specialist areas (approx. 2–6 hours per month depending on role)

Events:

·       Attendance at annual community/fundraising events strongly encouraged (min. 1–2 per year)

Training:

·       Safeguarding and governance training at least every 2–3 years, and induction on appointment

Notes:

·       All trustee champion roles maintain collective responsibility for governance

·       Champion roles provide expertise and focus but decisions remain joint

·       Role descriptions should be reviewed annually

·       Compliance with Charity Commission, NCVO, and ACAS good practice standards