About the organisation
Goals 4 Girls (G4G) is a football and wellbeing charity based in the London Borough of Newham,We deliver sports led social development programmes for girls aged 8–16 from disadvantaged communities, using football as a powerful tool to build confidence, resilience and further opportunities. Newham is one of the most diverse and deprived boroughs in London, with a higher proportion of residents experiencing poverty and poorer health and educational outcomes than the national average.
Founded by former Manchester City footballer Francesca Brown, Goals 4 Girls is dedicated to removing barriers to sports participation and improving wellbeing outcomes for young girls who are often excluded from traditional sporting pathways. Our programmes increase participation in physical activity by uniquely blending football, wellbeing & personal development programmes designed to help girls lead more active & healthier lives.
Girls from marginalised communities in London face higher dropout rates in sports and education, poorer mental health, & limited access to culturally sensitive sports spaces which meets their diverse needs. Also, with fewer visible role models, structural inequalities in education, society & sports; many girls disengage in these by adolescence. G4G breaks these cycles by addressing under representation of minorities, mental health, building confidence, & creating sustainable pathways for girls to succeed in & beyond sport.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced charity Treasurer to join our Board at an exciting stage of growth, helping guide our financial stability as we expand our
programmes. The Treasurer is a key member of the Board of Trustees, providing oversight of the charity’s financial health and helping ensurestrong financial governance.
Working closely with the Chair, CEO and Board, the Treasurer will support strategic decision-making by ensuring that trustees have clear and accurate financial information and that the charity operates with robust financial controls. The Treasurer plays an important role in helping the Board balance ambition and growth with responsible financial stewardship.
Person Specification:
• A finance professional with at least five years of charity finance/treasury experience - essential requirement
(accounting, investment, or financial management)
• Experience of charity financial oversight, governance or strategic planning
* Working knowledge of Charity Commissions SORP
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
• Someone motivated by supporting a growing, mission-driven organisation
Key details:
• This is a voluntary role, with reasonable expenses reimbursed
• Time commitment 5–7 hours per month, including a 1-hour monthly Trustees Board meeting on the last Thursday of each month
• London-based candidates only
• Position requires an enhanced DBS check and two professional reference
Our ideal candidate
The ideal candidate will:
- Oversee the presentation of budgets, management accounts and annual financial statements to the Board.
- Ensure that appropriate financial systems, controls and procedures are in place.
- Monitor the financial health and sustainability of the organisation.
- Support the development and review of financial policies, including reserves and risk management.
- Provide financial insight to support strategic planning and growth.
- Work with the Chair, CEO, leadership team and with the Goals 4 Girls accountant to ensureeffective financial planning and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements and relevant financial regulations.
- Oversee preparation of the charity’s annual accounts and liaise with external accountants or auditors.
- Ensure financial risks are identified and appropriately managed.
- Help build financial understanding across the Board by presenting financial information clearly and accessibly.
What’s in it for you
Why join Goals 4 Girls Board of Trustees?
- Help shape the future of a growing charity supporting girls and young women at an exciting time in women's sport
- Contribute strategic expertise to a mission-driven organisation
- Work alongside an engaged and passionate Board and leadership team
- Support programmes that are creating lasting social impact
- A stimulating environment full of opportunities to learn and develop professionally
- Opportunity to attend football matches, social and networking events as part of your role
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