The Presbytery of Perth is part of the Church of Scotland and was formed on January 1st 2023. There are 105 congregations. It includes three cities, large towns and an extensive rural area.

Key Relationships and Interfaces

• Presbytery Clerk
• Convener of the Presbytery’s Business Committee.
• Convener of the Presbytery’s Finance and Stewardship Committee.
• Other committee conveners when necessary.
• Congregational Treasurers
• Church of Scotland’s Stewardship and Finance team based at the National Church Offices in Edinburgh
• Presbytery Independent Examiner

Job Description

The Presbytery Treasurer plays a key role in ensuring the sound financial management, compliance, and accountability of the Presbytery’s operations. This flexible, part-time role offers the opportunity to use your financial skills to support the work of the Church and its congregations.

Key Responsibilities

Support to Congregational Treasurers

• Offer support to Congregational Treasurers by organizing occasional meetings in the three main areas of Presbytery and offering advice where appropriate.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure Presbytery compliance with OSCR requirements and Church of Scotland

Acts and Regulations.

• Manage Presbytery finances in line with legal and accounting standards, including investment of funds and make recommendations on these to the Finance and

Stewardship Committee.

• Maintain robust financial procedures to ensure integrity and prevent misuse of funds.

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Prepare and present the annual Presbytery budget, accounts, and Congregational

Presbytery Dues.

• Monitor and report on Presbytery finances, following up on any outstanding congregational debts.
• Produce required financial reports, returns, budgets, and audits.

Financial Processes

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure effective financial controls.
• Process and approve payments, invoices, and expense claims.
• Calculate and monitor Presbytery Dues.
• Liaise with the Church of Scotland HR team on payroll matters, providing monthly updates for Presbytery staff.

Reporting & Advisory Support

• Work closely with the Finance & Stewardship Committee to monitor finances andinterpret financial data.
• Provide regular financial monitoring reports (balance sheet, cash flow, fundraising, etc.) to Finance & Stewardship.

Committee and Presbytery.

• Advise on the financial implications of plans and proposals.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, internal controls and risk management measures.

Person Specification

Skills, abilities and knowledge

• Knowledge and experience of current practice relevant to third sector organisations.
• Knowledge of the Church of Scotland’s structure.
• Good financial analysis skills with ability to produce reports, accompanying narrative and explain to various stakeholders.
• Strong IT skills particularly in the use of Excel and other MS packages.
• Experience of developing, implementing and monitoring effective and robust financial policies and procedures.
• Experience of budget preparation, monitoring and control.
• Knowledge of fraud awareness.

Personal Qualities

• Able to work respectfully within our Christian ethos.
• Able to communicate effectively with others including those with a non-financial background.
• Able to work collaboratively with colleagues, encouraging and leading where required.
• Able to gain the trust and credibility of others.

Education and Experience

• Part or fully qualified with professional accounting qualification – CCAB or equivalent.
• On-going commitment to continuing professional development.

Additional Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Terms and Conditions

• The salary for this post is Grade D, £35,963 to £39,714 per annum pro rata to part time.
• The post offers access to the Church of Scotland Presbytery Defined Contributions pension scheme.
• The hours for the post are 15 hours per week, however, the candidate would be expected to work such hours as are required for the efficient and conscientious discharge of their duties and responsibilities.
• The postholder will principally work from home but will need to attend Presbytery meetings in various locations and attend team meetings. They may be asked to attend the office at other times as agreed with the Presbytery Clerk.
• Any travel expenses by public transport or by car at rates agreed by the Employer will be reimbursed and the level of reimbursement will be reviewed annually.
• There are 30 days ’annual leave in each full holiday year that runs from 1 January to 31 December. There are also 9 days public holiday leave.
• A Standard Disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.
• In order to comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, the successful candidate will be asked to provide document(s) confirming their eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.