SUT Honorary Treasurer
The Honorary Treasurer is a pro bono, non-executive officer of the SUT and must be an SUT member. Elected by secret ballot no later than the October Council meeting, the term is 3 years, extendable to a maximum of 6 years.
Role
- Ensure an appropriate financial policy framework with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Finance Officer (FO).
- Oversee the organisation’s financial affairs to ensure legality and compliance.
- Ensure adherence to the Charity Commission’s guidelines.
- Collaborate with the CEO, FO, and Professional Accounts Advisors (PAA) on annual accounts.
- Assess financial viability of plans proposed by the SUT.
- Maintain proper financial records and procedures.
- Work with Executive and Council Members on financial sustainability.
- Stay informed on the CCLA SUT’s investment portfolio.
- Inform and support Council Members on financial obligations and interpret financial data on behalf of the SUT.
- Advise on financial governance and responsibilities.
- Oversee annual budget preparation.
- Present financial reports at Council meetings.
- Provide a summary at the AGM and answer queries.
- Participate in meetings and discussions on financial issues.
Responsibilities
- Attend ~10 SUT Executive Meetings annually.
- Attend quarterly Council Meetings to present financial reports.
- Write the Annual Treasurer’s Report and Financial Statements for the AGM.
- Sign the Annual Accounts and Financial Statements.
- Authorise online payments as a bank signatory.
- Receive annual accounts from SUT Perth and SUT-US branches with the FO and CEO.