Treasurer

InterAct delivers recreational, social and skills development activities to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 8-25 across Mid & North Essex; in Chelmsford, Colchester, Clacton and Maldon areas as well as across Tendring and Dengie. These programmes are delivered in a range of age-related Clubs in the various locations, operating from established community venues.

Children and young people with SEND struggle to develop relationships, build friendships and connect with their local communities. This increases their sense of isolation and loneliness that in turn impacts upon their physical and mental health as well as puts pressure on their families who are trying to support them. To help address this health care need, InterAct provides opportunities for children and young people in Essex to get out of the house, meet others, develop social skills, and enjoy physical activities and games whilst also engaging with their local community.

The role

We’re looking for a volunteer Trustee Treasurer who believes these young people would benefit from more access to opportunities that help them become less reliant on care services as they grow older. The Treasurer will take the lead in overseeing the financial affairs of the charity, ensuring its financial viability and that proper financial records and procedures are maintained. The post holder will work with the CEO to assist and enable the Board to perform their financial duties, by explaining accounting requirements and providing and commenting upon financial reports in an easy to understand format.

For this role, we are seeking expertise in management accounts and financial controls.

Essential:

• A passion or interest in supporting the development of children and young people
• A commitment to the InterAct’s vision, values and mission
• Willingness to commit the time required to prepare for and attend board and sub meetings, to read papers and communicate via email/WhatsApp
• Knowledge and understanding of the charity sector
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable:

• A keen sense of strategic purpose
• Experience of governance
• Qualified and experienced accountant with business planning skills
• Knowledge of the Charity’s Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP)
• Ability to operate at a strategic level
• An understanding of core fundraising opportunities
• Working knowledge of charity, employment and/or health and safety legislation

Closing date for applications: 31 January 2025