Group Treasurer

The Group Treasurer provides sound financial administration, support and information to the Group’s Trustee Board, in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association:

.        Manage and monitor the financial activities of the Group and its Sections and the Trustee Meetings,

·        Act as Treasurer for the Group Scout Council,

·        Prepare and present financial reports and accounts to the Trustee Board,

·        Leading the Trustee Board in the creation of budgets and financial planning and monitoring of these,

·        Ensure that all financial reports, annual statements of account and supporting documents (including receipts, cheque books and bank statements) are maintained accurately and in accordance with legal regulations,

·        Ensure that the Group is financially able to function, has appropriate reserves and accounting procedures and controls in place,

·        Prepare the annual statement of accounts for independent examination and approval by the Trustee Board and presenting these at the annual general meeting,

·        Administer the process of independent examination of the annual statement of accounts in accordance with Policy, Organisation and Rules,

·        Membership and attendance of any finance working groups or sub-committees set by the Trustee Board (where appropriate),

·        Objectively and impartially chair the group’s finance sub-committee (if applicable),

Skills

·        Background in Financial Management / Bookkeeping,

·        Strong leadership,

·        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,

·        Ability to work effectively as part of a team,

·        Creative thinking and problem‑solving ability,

·        Ability to motivate others and encourage participation,

·        Effective conflict resolution skills,

·        Confidence to speak up and willingness to listen,

·        Independent and objective judgement,

·        Commitment to shaping and contributing to the Group’s strategic vision,