Treasurer

The Littlehampton Fort Restoration Project is looking for a Treasurer to look after the charity's money. You will keep the accounts, manage the bank account, track grants and fundraising income against spending, and give the trustees a clear financial picture at each meeting.

This is a voluntary, unpaid trustee position. Training and support are provided, and you do not need to be a qualified accountant.

Key responsibilities:

• Keep the accounts. Record all income and expenditure accurately, keep receipts and invoices, and reconcile records to the bank statements.
• Manage banking and payments. Oversee the charity's bank accounts and online payment tools, process approved payments and follow the charity's authorisation rules.
• Track grants and fundraising. Record grant income, restricted funds and sales (including book sales), and monitor spending against each grant's conditions.
• Prepare budgets and costings. Work with the Chairman and project lead to cost restoration works and keep a budget against them.
• Report to the trustees. Present a short financial report at each trustee meeting and at the AGM.
• Prepare the annual accounts. Produce year-end accounts, arrange any independent examination or audit.
• Support financial controls. Help the Board keep sensible controls, a reserves approach and insurance in place.
• Attend trustee meetings and the AGM. Meetings are held roughly every two months, plus the AGM.
• Carry out any other duties or responsibilities that fit your skills and experience and help the project, as agreed with the Chairman and trustees.

What skills do I need?

Essential:

• Comfortable with numbers and careful, accurate record-keeping
• Honest, reliable and trustworthy with charity funds
• Able to explain financial information simply to non-specialists
• Comfortable using spreadsheets or accounting software
• Able to attend trustee meetings and the AGM
• Willing to complete trustee induction and training

Desirable:

• Bookkeeping, accountancy or finance experience
• Experience with charity accounts, grants or Gift Aid
• Interest in local history, heritage or conservation

Location

This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.