2. Honorary Treasurer
Social Workers Benevolent Trust
Job Description – Honorary Treasurer
Purpose and Role
To administer and oversee the financial affairs of the Social Workers’ Benevolent Trust (and carry out duties of a Trustee working to promote the ethos of the Trust)
Key Tasks:
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Have knowledge of the work and policies of SWBT and contribute to the work of the Trust
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Attend and participate in SWBT meetings
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Keep proper books of accounts in line with Charity Commission guidance using spreadsheets which can be shared electronically and also presented in a paper form as required
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Operate bank accounts as agreed by SWBT Trustees using internet banking wherever possible and with all cheques being signed by two Trustees; no blank cheques are to be used
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Prepare a budget for approval by the Trustees at the first meeting at the start of the financial year
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Prepare and present a Treasurer Report including an updated cash flow to each SWBT Trustees meeting. An electronic copy will be sent a week prior to the meeting and then a verbal report at the meeting.
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Receive monies due to SWBT including donations and make payments on behalf of SWBT
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Make applications on behalf of the Trust to HMRC as required
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Maintain contact with Charity Giving Organisations
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Maintain an effective communication link with the investment company managing the Trust’s investments
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Prepare all financial paperwork requested by the auditors for the annual audit in November each year
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Liaise as necessary with other Trustees, the finance section at BASW, the bank, the auditors and the investment manager at the investment company managing the Trust’s investments
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The Treasurer will work in close relationship with the Chair(s) of SWBT.
January 2018