Trustee Treasurer

Volunteer Trustee Treasurer

St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity
Location: London (in-person Board meetings with virtual Budget, Audit, and Risk Committee (BARC) meetings)
Commitment: Approx. 10 meetings per year + ad hoc support
Term: 3 years (renewable)

Start: May 2025

Make a Difference with St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity

We are seeking a qualified financial professional to join our Board as Trustee Treasurer and Chair of the Budget, Audit, and Risk Committee (BARC). This is a unique opportunity to use your financial expertise to help drive our mission—ensuring everyone has a safe place to call home.

As Trustee Treasurer, you will play a vital role in overseeing the Charity’s financial health, ensuring strong governance, and supporting strategic decision-making. Working closely with our CEO and Board, you will provide financial leadership, ensuring the organisation is financially resilient and sustainable.

What You’ll Do:

1. Provide financial oversight and ensure compliance with regulations.
2. Work with the Executive Team to deliver clear financial reporting to the Board.
3. Chair the Budget, Audit, and Risk Committee (BARC), ensuring robust financial governance.
4. Support financial planning, including budgeting, risk management, and reserves policy.
5. Liaise with auditors and oversee the annual accounts process.
6. Contribute to the Charity’s overall strategy and decision-making as a Trustee.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Fully qualified financial professional (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
2. Experience with charity sector financial reporting and regulations.
3. Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
4. Ability to communicate complex financial matters to non-financial Board members.
5. Experience in governance, risk management, and financial leadership.
6. Non-executive director or Trustee experience (desirable but not essential).

Why Join Us?

Influence strategic decisions in a leading UK homelessness charity. Gain high-level Board experience and expand your governance skills. Work alongside passionate and experienced Trustees. Make a real impact on homelessness and social justice. This is an unpaid voluntary role, but all reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. Meetings are a mix of virtual and in-person in London (approx. 10 per year).

Interested?

We warmly encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

To apply, please submit:

1. CV outlining your experience
2. Supporting statement (max 2 pages) explaining your interest and suitability.

For more information about the role or how to apply please check and read our Candidate Information Pack.

Join us in making a difference!