Buckinghamshire Culture is the county’s cultural partnership formed to shape and steer the creative and cultural development of the county, through implementation of a county-wide Cultural Strategy. We became a Charitable Incorporated Organisation in 2021 and are now seeking a knowledgeable Treasurer to join our charity board.
Initially formed in 2019, Buckinghamshire Culture represents the county’s cultural ecosystem, including arts, heritage, libraries, performance, museums, and the creative and cultural industries. The partnership works with organisations, groups and stakeholders who are interested in the impact and benefits of creativity and culture. Key county-wide partners include Buckinghamshire Council, Buckinghamshire New University, Discover Bucks Museum, Local Enterprise Partnership, National Film and Television School and the Rothschild Foundation.
You can find more about us here and see our charity details here.
Treasurer Responsibilities
- Oversee the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice
- Ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place
- Monitor and report on the financial health of the organisation
- Liaise with staff, Board and bookkeeper to ensure financial good practice
- Oversee the production of necessary financial reports/returns, accounts and audits.
The role also involves Statutory Responsibilities as well as other Trustee Responsibilities. You can find full details in the PDF document.
Person Specification
We are seeking applicants from varied backgrounds and who come with diverse experiences, able to demonstrate:
- Relevant qualifications in accountancy and/or finance
- A passion for culture and creativity and the transformative role it can play in people’s lives
- Commitment to the purpose and values of Buckinghamshire Culture and the role of culture for societal good
- Enthusiasm, integrity and good independent judgement
- A willingness and ability to devote the necessary time and effort to their duties as Trustee
- An ability to take strong decisions for the good of Buckinghamshire Culture
- Willingness to act as an ambassador for Buckinghamshire Culture and the cultural offer
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Tact and diplomacy
- Willingness to speak their mind as well as listen to the views of others.
You can find the full details of the role and the person specification in this PDF document:
Application Process
To apply for the role of Treasurer please send a copy of your CV and an Expression of Interest explaining your passion and suitability for the role along with details of two referees to Helen: Helen@buckinghamshireculture.org
Deadline for applications: 5pm, 18th September 2023.
In case you have any questions regarding the role feel free to contact Helen Cundy, Director (Maternity Cover) Helen@buckinghamshireculture.org
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