Treasurer

Volunteering Matters brings people together through volunteering and social actionto create fairer, more connected communities. As Treasurer, you’ll play a key role inhelping us manage our finances wisely, support our Board with clear information,and ensure we continue to have the resources we need to make a lasting impact.

We are looking for someone with a good understanding of financial management, acollaborative approach, and a passion for our mission.

As Treasurer, you will be part of a supportive and committed Board that works together to guide the charity’s strategic direction and ensure good governance.

Your involvement will include:

• Joining quarterly Board meetings, helping guide decision-making and strategy
• Chairing the Finance & Audit Committee, which also meets quarterly
• Help review and prepare key financial documents and reports
• Be available for occasional ad hoc or urgent matters and meetings, especiallywhen timely financial input is needed
• Take part in the annual Trustee Strategy Day

We also warmly encourage Trustees to visit our local projects and meet volunteers and staff whenever possible. It’s a great way to see the impact of our work first-handand to connect more deeply with the people who make it happen.

This is a voluntary role, but we cover any expenses you incur while carrying outyour duties as a Trustee.

The Treasurer helps the Board fulfil its responsibilities around finance and risk,ensuring we remain sustainable, compliant, and aligned with our values. You’ll work closely with fellow trustees, staff, and external advisers to ensure that our financial practices are transparent, ethical, and fit for purpose.

As a Trustee, you will work collaboratively with the rest of the Board to help Volunteering Matters achieve itsvision and deliver on our mission through strong governance, effective strategy andmeaningful impact.

• Support and uphold the values and purpose of Volunteering Matters in everything you do
• Help us follow the principles set out in our Trustee Code of Conduct
• Work with the Board and Leadership Team to shape and oversee the delivery of our strategic plan
• Bring your own networks and ideas to help raise the profile of our work andopen up new opportunities
• Represent Volunteering Matters at events or meetings when needed
• Contribute to a culture of good governance, openness and accountability
• Be involved, where appropriate, in the recruitment of Senior Leadership
• Take part in a Trustee induction and any further training that supports your development in the role

• Work with Executive team and the Board to provide an analytical review ofbudgets and financial performance, proposing corrective action.
• Help us ensure that resources are well managed and support our strategic goals
• Supporting us to meet our legal responsibilities around reporting and compliance, including overseeing the preparation of annual accounts and liaising with external auditors.

• Supporting the Executive team in the preparation and presentation of financialreports to the board at regular intervals, supporting Trustee colleagues to understand key financial documents, even if they don’t have financebackgrounds
• Help shape a culture of openness and understanding around charity finance

• Lead quarterly meetings in a constructive and inclusive way, providingdirection on financial risk management
• Guide discussions on budgets, reserves, funding, and risk
• Work closely with the Chair, CEO, and Finance team to support them in preparing papers and highlight key issues to be discussed.

• Offer a financial perspective on fundraising ideas and income generation
• Help us think strategically about resources and long-term planning

You’ll likely have experience in finance, accounting, or charity financial management,but just as importantly, you’ll have a collaborative mindset, a passion for our mission, and a desire to make finance feel accessible and empowering for others.

We’re looking for people…