Wanted: Treasurer

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To support the day-to-day financial administration of BICBS  on a voluntary basis, helping ensure accurate record-keeping, timely payments and the availability of financial information to support operations and funding activities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration

• Manage the society’s online banking, in line with agreed controls      and authorisation procedures.
• Process online payments to approved suppliers as required.
• Maintain and reconcile a spreadsheet cashbook (or accounting      system) against bank account balances.
• Record income and expenditure accurately, ensuring correct      categorisation.

· Maintain financial probity and ensure that the society’s assets are used for the benefit of BICBS.

Records & Documentation

• Store and organise electronic copies of purchase invoices and      related documents on the shared G Drive.
• Maintain clear and accessible financial records to support      transparency and accountability.

Financial Reporting & Support

• Support the preparation of financial summaries from the cashbook or      accounting system.
• Assist in preparing ad hoc financial information for grant      applications and funding bids.
• Help monitor capital expenditure and flag any discrepancies or      concerns.

Additional (Desirable) Support

• Assist with VAT return preparation (if applicable).
• Support the preparation of management accounts or annual accounts      where needed.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Good numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience or confidence using spreadsheets (e.g. Excel or Google      Sheets).
• Reliable and organised, with the ability to maintain accurate      records.
• Trustworthy and able to handle confidential financial information.
• Team Player

Desirable

• Experience in bookkeeping, finance and administration.
• Familiarity with accounting software.
• Knowledge of VAT, corporation tax and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing management and/or annual accounts.
• Interest in community-led organisations or the voluntary sector.

Time Commitment

• Flexible, approximately, circa 2 hours per week.
• Some tasks may be completed remotely.

What You’ll Gain

• Experience in financial administration within a community organisation.
• Opportunity to develop bookkeeping and reporting skills.
• Insight into how Community Benefit Societies operate.
• A chance to contribute meaningfully to a local community initiative.