Treasurer

We are a Brighton charity that exists to support the voluntary sector in Brighton & Hove. We are seeking a new Treasurer to join our Board: an experienced finance professional who can provide strategic financial leadership, lead Board-level scrutiny of our finances, and help shape the long-term sustainability of the organisation and the sector it serves.​

The treasurer leads on financial oversight for the board. This means they help the board understand the charity's financial position and ensure that proper controls are in place, acting as a resource for other trustees, helping the board engage with financial information confidently. ​

In practice, this means reviewing and interpreting financial reports and flagging any concerns to the board.

The treasurer also oversees the annual accounts and audit or independent examination process, and ensures the charity meets its financial reporting obligations to the Charity Commission.​

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Benefits

From our building on Queens Road, we have provided a range of vital services to a thriving community of local charities and community groups since 1997, and we are a cornerstone of the non-profit community in the city. Becoming a Trustee at Community Base is an opportunity to contribute to the strategic development and long-term impact of a unique charity.

Expenses paid.

Gain experience in charity governance and strategy.

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Practical Considerations

Community Base is located centrally a few minutes from Brighton train station and is on or a few minutes walk from many bus routes.

Support Disabled

Community Base is committed to a voluntary sector that reflects the city it serves. We particularly welcome applications from people currently under-represented on charity boards, including people from Black, Asian and minoritized ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

What skills do I need?

• Professional experience in charity finance, governance, audit or a closely related field, for example as a treasurer, trustee, finance director or CEO​
• Strong financial literacy, with full confidence reading, interpreting and questioning financial information​
• Working understanding of budgeting, cash flow management, financial controls, reserves and managing financial risk​
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to colleagues who are not finance specialists​
• Experience related to buildings, leases, service charges, property costs or long-term asset management would be an advantage, but is not essential 

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Sound judgement backed up by scrutiny and charity law​
• The confidence to offer constructive challenge​
• A collaborative approach to working with fellow trustees, staff and external advisers​
• A genuine commitment to Community Base’s purpose and values​
• Committed to transparency, accountability and good governance