Bodywhys is seeking a Treasurer to join our Board and help strengthen our financial governance and long-term sustainability.Bodywhys is the national voluntary organisation supporting people affected by eating disorders. Our mission is to ensure support, awareness and understanding of eating disorders amongst the wider community as well as advocating for the rights and healthcare needs of people affected by eating disorders.The RoleThis is a voluntary, non-executive Board role.The Treasurer plays a key role in supporting Bodywhys to maintain transparent and well managed finances that are aligned with best practice for a charity organisation. The Bodywhys Board meets approximately 6 times per year (inclusive of AGM) with meetings a mix of face to face and online. The Bodywhys finance committee meets approximately 6 times a year either on line or in person. The finance committee meetings take place in advance of the Board meetings.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Oversight & GovernanceAct as chair of the finance committee.Provide oversight and explain Income and Expenditure (I&E) reports at Board meetingsSupport budgeting, cashflow awareness and basic financial planningIdentify and highlight financial risks, or opportunities to the BoardSupport the preparation and review of annual accountsAssist the Board in understanding the accounts prior to approvalExternal LiaisonAct as the main Board contact with Bodywhys and the organisation’s external accountants on all financial matters.Board & Organisational SupportContribute as a full Board member to strategy, planning and governanceSupport compliance with charity legal and regulatory requirements
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