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Board Treasurer - Sample Job Description

 

 

Board Treasurer - Sample Job Description

BOARD TREASURER (DIRECTOR)


AUTHORITY/RESPONSIBILITY:

The Board of Directors is the legal authority for _____________________________.

As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the community and is responsible for the effective governance of the organization.


QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

Completed one year of Board membership term and have the ability to read/understand/interpret financial statements.


TERM:

The Treasurer is appointed by the Executive Committee to serve a two-year term.


REQUIREMENTS:

  • Commitment to the work of the organization

  • Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of Board governance: policy, finance, programs and personnel

  • Willingness to serve on at least one committee

  • Attendance at monthly Board meetings

  • A time commitment of five hours a month, (includes Board preparation, meeting, committee and meeting time)

  • Attendance at Annual General Meeting

  • Be informed of the services provided by _____________________________ and publicly support them

  • Prepare for and participate in the discussions and the deliberations of the Board

  • To foster a positive working relationship with other Board members, and the general staff

  • Be aware and abstain from any conflict of interest


MAJOR DUTIES:

  • Establish overall long and short term goals, objectives and priorities for _____________________________ in meeting the needs of the community

  • Ability to read/understand/Interpret financial statements for Board members

  • Chair the Finance Committee

  • A signing authority on behalf of the Board for financial matters

  • Ensure audited financial statements are presented to the Board on an annual basis

  • Calls the motion at Annual General Meeting to appoint the Auditor

  • Act as a resource to other committees

  • Adhere to general duties outlined in the Board member job description


REVIEW/APPROVAL DATE:

  • Annually reviews the Treasurer’s job description. Recommended changes are presented to the Board.


For other sample job descriptions, click on the following selections:

Sample Job Description: Board Member

Sample Job Description: Chair/President

Sample Job Description: Vice-Chair/President

Sample Job Description: Treasurer

Sample Job Description: Secretary


 
 



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