The Treasurer has the day-to-day responsibility of looking after the group’s money. They need to have an overview of the group’s financial situation and provide information to help the group make informed decisions.

It is important to remember that the Treasurer does not have sole responsibility for the group’s finances. It is up to the committee as a whole to decide how funds will be raised and spent. It’s also up to the committee to make sure that the group’s money is being handled properly.

Keeping financial records for the group

The most important thing is to write everything down, and to keep all connected paperwork. Don’t put off the task of recording money that has been received and spent until it becomes confusing and complicated

Here is quick checklist of the main tasks:

Keeping the committee informed

It is the Treasurer’s job to keep the committee informed about the group’s money, so everyone understands the overall financial situation.

It’s useful to give a financial update at every committee and general meeting. This doesn’t have to be a big task.

It’s useful for your update to cover:

What skills do I need?

Organised and experience with accounting, finance, or something similar.

Excited to help set up the new scheme.

  • Disability
  • Older People
  • Finance
  • Trusteeship, Committee Work

Details

When can I volunteer?

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Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Expectations of time are approximately a few hours a month to attend meetings but more time might be expected in the initial stages of getting the scheme off the ground.

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