Role title
Treasurer (Trustee – Voluntary).
About the Role
This is a critical trustee role at an exciting point in the charity’s evolution, as the League of Friends refreshes its strategy in response to the changing NHS landscape and a growing focus on community health.
The Treasurer will play a key leadership role in ensuring the financial sustainability, integrity and impact of the charity. The role combines strategic financial oversight at Board level with a practical, hands-on approach initially, supporting light financial administration and helping to build strong foundations for future growth and impact.
This is a unique opportunity to join the League of Friends at a pivotal moment of change, helping shape how the organisation evolves:
- From a traditional hospital charity
- To a strategic community health partner aligned with NHS priorities
The Treasurer will play a vital role in ensuring resources are used effectively to maximise impact for patients, the hospital and the wider community.
Purpose of the Role
To:
- Maintain oversight of the charity’s financial position and ensure long-term sustainability
- Support the Board in making informed, evidence-based financial decisions
- Ensure proper financial controls, governance and compliance are in place
- Act as a trusted advisor on financial strategy, risk and resource allocation
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Financial Leadership
- Advise the Board on the financial implications of strategic decisions and funding priorities
- Support the development of a financially sustainable strategy aligned to the charity’s evolving role in community health
- Provide insight into financial risks, opportunities and long-term planning
2. Financial Oversight & Governance
- Oversee budgets, financial plans and reporting to ensure robust financial management
- Ensure appropriate financial controls, procedures and governance are in place
- Support the development and review of:
- Reserves policy
- Investment approach
- Financial governance framework
- Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements and relevant regulations
3. Reporting & Board Engagement
- Prepare and present clear, accessible financial reports to the Board
- Support trustees in understanding financial information and decision implications
- Present accounts at the AGM and highlight key insights
4. Hands-On Financial Support (Initial Phase)
Given the charity’s evolution, the Treasurer will initially:
- Support light bookkeeping and financial administration, while an Operations Adminstrator is sourced.
- Work alongside volunteers and/or external support to maintain accurate records
- Help establish scalable processes as the organisation grows
5. Risk, Audit & Controls
- Oversee financial risk management processes
- Liaise with external auditors or independent examiners where required
- Ensure financial transparency and accountability
6. Collaboration & Contribution
- Work closely with the Chair, trustees and other leads (e.g. HR, Partnerships, Data)
- Contribute to funding decisions using the agreed framework
- Support fundraising strategy where appropriate
Person Specification
Essential
- Strong financial background (qualified accountant or equivalent experience)
- Experience in financial management, planning and reporting
- Ability to interpret and communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
- Understanding of governance, risk and compliance
- Willingness to be both strategic and hands-on
Desirable
- Experience in the charity or public sector
- Knowledge of charity SORP and regulatory requirements
- Experience of working at Board or senior leadership level
- Interest in community health, NHS landscape or local impact
Personal Attributes
- Collaborative and pragmatic
- Good judgement and integrity
- Comfortable providing challenge and independent perspective
- Committed to the charity’s purpose and community impact
- Flexible and willing to contribute where needed in a small organisation
Time Commitment
- Attendance at Board meetings (approx. 11 per year)
- Preparation and review of financial reports
- Additional ad hoc support, particularly during the strategy implementation phase
- Occasional involvement in finance-related discussions or initiatives
Application
To apply please send your CV with a covering letter to hr@friends-tmh.co.uk.