Organisation Name:
Band of Rescuers North Yorkshire
Organisation's Cause(s):
Animals
Location of voluntary activity:
Remote and in York
When are volunteers needed: Approximately 4–6 hours per month, with additional time during year‑end reporting.
Attendance at trustee meetings (usually monthly or bi‑monthly)
Flexible working-most tasks can be completed remotely.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Admin / Office Support
Finance Support
Role description:
Role overview:
Band of Rescuers North Yorkshire is a volunteer‑led animal rescue dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals in need across the region. As Treasurer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the charity’s financial health, transparency, and compliance. Your work directly supports our ability to rescue more animals and provide them with safe, loving futures.
Key responsibilities:
Financial Oversight - Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date financial records for all income and expenditure.
Budgeting & Planning - Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for the Board of Trustees.
Banking & Payments - Oversee the charity’s bank accounts, process payments, and ensure proper authorisation procedures are followed.
Reporting - Present clear financial updates at trustee meetings, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.
Compliance - Ensure the charity meets all legal and regulatory requirements, including Charity Commission submissions and HMRC obligations.
Fundraising Support - Work with fundraising volunteers to track donations, manage Gift Aid claims, and ensure funds are allocated appropriately.
Financial Policies - Maintain and update financial controls, procedures, and risk‑management practices.
Audit & Year‑End- Liaise with independent examiners or accountants to prepare annual accounts.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Skills and experience:
You don’t need to be a qualified accountant- what matters most is reliability, integrity, and confidence with numbers. The ideal candidate will have:
Experience in bookkeeping, finance, or accounting (professional or volunteer).
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to explain financial information clearly to non‑financial trustees.
Familiarity with basic accounting software or spreadsheets.
Understanding of charity finance (desirable but not essential).
Commitment to the welfare of animals and the mission of Band of Rescuers.
Will there be a DBS check? No
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Skilled Volunteer
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
What You’ll Gain:
The chance to make a meaningful impact on animal welfare in North Yorkshire.
Experience in charity governance and financial management.
A supportive team of passionate volunteers.
The satisfaction of helping ensure the charity’s long‑term stability and growth.
How to get involved:
How to apply:
If you’re passionate about animal rescue and have the financial skills to help guide our charity, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Band of Rescuers North Yorkshire with a brief introduction and details of your relevant experience. Our email address is [email protected]
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 31-10-2026