About the organisation
This is a brilliant opportunity to be actively involved in one of London's most interesting urban spaces. The charity, Abney Park Trust, works to promote the history and ecology of Abney Park Cemetery in Stoke Newington, London, and to support the site's community engagement. The cemetery is one of the "Magnificent 7" Victorian Cemeteries, a local nature reserve and a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation. The cemetery, its historic chapel and other buildings have been subject to a transformative National Lottery Heritage Fund restoration project over the last few years. We work closely with Hackney Council who manage the day-to-day operations of the site. We achieve our aims through events and engagement. Our turnover is in the range of £50 - £60k a year - a mix of small grants and income generated through our activities. The Treasurer is part of an active volunteer board of Trustees. We employ up to three part time staff (currently one in post). This is a great opportunity to learn about community engagement and running a micro organisation at the heart of Hackney in a wonderful urban green space.
About the role
In summary, the role of the Treasurer of Abney Park Trust (the Trust) is to:
● Be a Trustee and part of the Trust’s Board providing leadership for the organisation.
● Oversee the financial affairs of the Trust and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.
● Ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial policies and procedures are in place.
● Prepare, for agreement with the board, the budget and monitor and report on the financial health of the Trust, including at bi-monthly Board meetings and at the annual AGM.
● Produce necessary financial reports/returns and accounts, liasing with the Trust's external Independent Examiners. Prior annual accounts available on the website.
Board meetings take place every two months and in addition the Treasurer will be part of a subgroup of trustees who have a particular focus on corporate, goverance and finanicial matters.
To Apply: Please send an email or letter (two sides A4 maximum) setting out why you would like to be the Treasurer of Abney Park Trust and what skills you will bring. Please include a CV (if you have one).
Our ideal candidate
The Treasurer should:
● Have knowledge and experience of, or be willing to learn and take the lead on, current finance practices relevant to voluntary and community organisations.
● Have experience in creating and running a budget and/or knowledge of financial management.
● Be computer literate and capable of picking up easy-to-use software such as Sage Business Cloud Accounting, HSBC Business Banking, Equals Money, PayPal, Zettle, Ticket Tailor, CAF Donate and Square.
● Have good analysis skills.
● Have the ability to communicate clearly.
● Be a team player happy to work with staff and Trustees and alongside council officers.
● Be prepared to ‘muck in’ as part of a small organisation.
What’s in it for you
This is a very exciting time to join the Trust board. The recent completion of the NHLF restoration project gives the Trust great new opportuinties to develop its work, extend its commuity reach and help ensure the future of this unique cemetery park. As Treasurer you will have a pivotal role to play in this work.
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