As the Treasurer at the Loughborough Archaeological & Historical Society, you would join a team of engaged heritage professionals and enthusiasts, helping to safeguard and tell the story of Loughborough’s past. The Treasurer’s is an important role to ensure that the LAHS’ payments get made, its books are balanced, and this is all accurately recorded and reported.
The LAHS has looked after the Old Rectory Museum, a Grade II* listed medieval manor house, for nearly 60 years. In addition it runs a regular schedule of talks of local, historical, and archaeological interest. As Treasurer, you would be a key part of the team doing this work, with the opportunity to contribute in other areas as well if interested.
Role description:
• Manage the bank account of the LAHS, making payments and depositing cash from purchases and donations
• Maintain financial records, ensuring that the finances of the LAHS are sound
• Monitor and report on the financial health of the LAHS at 10 yearly committee meetings
• Prepare and present a yearly report on the LAHS’ finances to the membership at the Annual General Meeting
• Prepare and submit the LAHS’ accounts to the Charity Commission
• Renew the LAHS’ insurance each year
• Liaise with external auditors where required
Person specification:
• Good attention to detail is important
• Experience of budgeting, finance, or accounting is desirable but not necessary – with a small turnover, the LAHS does not have complex financial needs
• Interest in Loughborough or history is not necessary but will improve your experience in the role
Time commitment:
5 hours per month
Terms are one year long, with the opportunity for re-election at the end of each term.
Most of the work for this role can be done remotely. The committee meets most months – half the time this is in person at the Old Rectory in Loughborough, but the other half of the time it is remote. Some small tasks in Loughborough may be necessary.
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