Treasurer/Trustee
Bromley Brighter Beginnings
Fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in accountancy to use their skills to help children living in poverty in the London Borough of Bromley
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our board of trustees as a Treasurer. As a key member of the charity’s leadership team, the Treasurer will oversee our financial operations and help guide the organisation in its mission to support the charity’s aims. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference while using your financial expertise to ensure our charity’s smooth and sustainable operation. Financial Oversight & Reporting: Working with our accountants, prepare, scrutinise and present the annual accounts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements Present clear, easy to interpret financial reports to the Board of Trustees, to enable them to understand the charity’s financial position Monitor and advise on the charity’s overall financial health, ensuring sound financial management practices Day-to-Day Financial Management: Utilise our accountancy software to maintain accurate records of all financial transactions, including bookkeeping, budgeting, and preparing regular financial reports Oversee expenses, income, and banking activities, ensuring timely processing of donations, grant payments, payroll and pensions Claim Gift Aid where applicable, and liaise with fundraising teams on grant reporting and project funding Oversee the work of the volunteer bookkeeper Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the Chair, Trustees and management team to draw up annual budgets and develop long-term financial plans Provide input on strategic financial decisions, including project funding, allocation of resources, and expenditure management Act as a key financial liaison with the auditor and ensure timely auditing and submission of accounts to HMRC and the Charity Commission Governance & Compliance: Ensure financial governance by advising Trustees on their financial responsibilities and providing ongoing support Attend quarterly Trustee meetings and contribute to discussions on board matters as required (ad hoc) Keep all financial systems up-to-date including signatory mandates and banking procedures
Finance & Accountancy
Admin, Bookkeeping & Finance, IT Skills - good
Essential: Experience in finance/accounting Experience with bookkeeping and financial reporting systems – we use Liberty Accounts, which is similar to Sage, Xero, etc. Ability to explain financial matters clearly to non-financial board members Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, with excellent attention to detail Strong organisational skills and a commitment to transparency in financial operations Commitment to BBB’s vision, mission and values Desirable: Accounting qualification (e.g. AAT, CIMA, ACCA) Knowledge of charity accounting. Familiarity with online platforms (e.g., JustGiving, Sharepoint, Airtable) Experience working in or supporting non-profit/charitable organisations.
By joining our board, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute your financial expertise to an organisation that makes a lasting impact on local families within the community. Your efforts will directly influence how we expand our programs, reach more people, and achieve long-term sustainability. Training on safeguarding and Trustee responsibilities will be provided The initial term of appointment is two years, with opportunities for reappointment
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London Borough of Bromley - working from home
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