The Creative Living Centre is a welcoming and creative mental health charity supporting people across Manchester to improve their wellbeing, build resilience, and feel less alone.
We are now looking for a Treasurer Trustee to join our Board and help guide the financial health and future direction of our organisation.
Candidate Profile
Qualified accountants
Finance professionals
Anyone with strong financial management experience
This role goes beyond balancing the books – it’s about helping ensure we can continue delivering vital services to our community, now and into the future.
As Treasurer, you’ll
Provide oversight of our finances
Contribute to strategic decision-making at Board level
Role PurposeThe Treasurer plays a vital role on the Board of Trustees, providing financial oversight and strategic guidance to ensure the charity remains financially sustainable, compliant, and well-governed.
Key ResponsibilitiesGovernance & Strategy
Serve as an active member of the Board of Trustees
Contribute to the strategic direction and sustainability of the charity
Ensure the organisation complies with financial regulations and charity law
Financial Oversight
Monitor the financial health of the organisation
Review and present financial reports at board meetings
Ensure appropriate financial controls and procedures are in place
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
Reporting & Compliance
Ensure the preparation and submission of annual accounts and returns (e.g. Charity Commission)
Liaise with independent examiners or auditors as required
Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation and best practice
Operational Support
Work with staff (or volunteers) responsible for day-to-day finance
Provide advice on financial implications of projects and funding bids
Support funding strategy with financial insight
Qualifications
Experience in accounting, finance, or financial management
Ability to interpret financial information and communicate it clearly to non-financial colleagues
Understanding of financial governance and risk management
Commitment to the charity’s mission and values
Willingness to actively engage and contribute at Board level
Personal Attributes
Strategic and detail-oriented
Collaborative and supportive
Passionate about mental health and community wellbeing
Able to provide constructive challenge and oversight
Ability to communicate in a range of styles to meet individual needs
What You’ll Gain
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on local mental health support
Experience contributing to governance and leadership at Board level
Working with a committed and passionate team
Professional development in the charity sector
Terms of AppointmentThis is a voluntary, unpaid position. Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed. Trustees are typically appointed for an initial term (e.g. 3 years).
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