- Advertised from 9th March 2022
Role
Overview
The treasurer is an officer of the trustee board and not a paid worker. The role of the treasurer is to ensure that all the finances and the supporting financial control systems are kept in order. The treasurer is not the book-keeper. They do not hold or maintain the financial records, nor will they have sole control of the organisations bank accounts, cheque books or electronic payment systems.
Main duties and responsibilities
• Chair the finance and business committee meetings.
• Guiding and advising the business and finance committee in the approval of budgets, accounts and financial statements, within a relevant financial policy framework
• Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities
• Advising on the financial implications of organisations strategic plan.
• Understanding the accounting procedures and key internal controls to be able to assure the business and finance committee and the Board that the charity's financial integrity is sound
• Monitoring the organisations income and expenditure position, and presenting reports regularly to the board in a format accessible to the board members
• Ensuring that money received is only spent on the purposes for which it was given, and, where required, ensuring that reports and accounts demonstrating this outcome are submitted to funders
• Ensuring that accounts are prepared at year-end in compliance with the current SORP Accounting for Charities and working with the CEO to ensure they are audited or independently examined, as required by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator
• Presenting the accounts at the AGM and drawing attention to important points in a coherent and understandable way
• Liaising with the CEO about financial matters
Personal skills and qualities
• Financial experience and/or qualifications
• Some experience and/or knowledge of charity finance, fundraising and pension schemes
• The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial implications
• Preparedness to make unpopular recommendations to the board
Application notes
A Recruitment Pack is available for download below.
Closing date 16th April
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Who are we?
We have an exciting opportunity to join a new Strategic Partnership Body responsible for financial inclusion in Glasgow.
We are an independent charity whose aim is to prevent or relieve poverty and child poverty in Glasgow and to promote equality and diversity primarily through the development of early intervention and poverty prevention strategies. Co-ordinating collaboration with key local and strategic partners, to provide financial inclusion for the benefit of individuals who ordinarily reside in Glasgow.
The Strategic Body will make decisions on how money to fund financial inclusion services could be raised and then distributed. Their role will be to protect and promote the best interests of the people of Glasgow in relation to financial inclusion. The Independent Board who will make up the Strategic Body will collaborate with the provider group (GAIN – Glasgow Advice and Information Network) and the funder group who will consist of Glasgow City Council along with additional external funders.
A key function will be to attract additional resources and provide an aligned approach to financial inclusion across the City of Glasgow.
Who are we looking for?
The Financial Inclusion Strategic Body is a brand new organisation and are looking to appoint a total of seven new Directors. We are seeking Directors who can bring different perspectives to help the Body to develop its vision and plans.
The Trustees will support the governance needs and development aims of the organisation.
We welcome applications from anyone who feels passionate about tackling poverty and building a sustainable financial inclusion sector within Glasgow, regardless of professional background. We will expect and support directors to adopt best practice in governance, financial management and building collaboration across funders and providers of Financial Inclusion services. We are committed to finding candidates whose values align with the ethos of the partners establishing the body. We are looking for people who are fair, transparent, diligent, positive influencers and who are willing to contribute to debate.
We want our Board to be representative of our city so would welcome approaches from people who live locally or have lived experience of issues facing our residents. We encourage applications from groups that are under-represented on charity boards, particularly people from Black, Asian, or other minority ethnic communities, as well as young and Disabled people. Who are we looking for?
We happily welcome applications from people who have not sat on a board before. As a new Director, you will be fully inducted and offered training tailored to your level of experience that would support your development in the role.
What are the benefits for you?
• The role is unpaid, however incurred expenses can be reimbursed (e.g. travel, childcare)
• Induction and training tailored to your needs.
• Opportunities to shape strategic decisions that will impact on the financial wellbeing of Glasgow Citizens.
• Opportunities to network with senior professionals Influence to shape innovative projects and highlight public policy issues.
• Contribute to supporting the people of Glasgow with financial inclusion services.
Time Commitment
The minimum expected commitment is 4 hours per quarter for scheduled Board meetings, including preparation (held 4times per year in Glasgow).
Financial Wellbeing Officer (family leave cover)
- Full time
- £32,100
- Remote: Mainly working from home, but some travel for meetings will be required.
- Closing 10th January 2026
About Money Advice Scotland
The times we live through are frequently described as unprecedented.
A century pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis has magnified and entrenched inequality.
But it has also shown that change can happen rapidly and can make a real difference.
We need change. We need new ideas when old solutions cannot solve new problems.
Money Advice Scotland is Scotland’s money charity. Our mission is to be the driving force towards financial wellbeing for the people of Scotland.
We believe we will achieve this by supporting the advice workforce, empowering citizens to get help and support, and advocating for fairer policy.
About the role
Our Financial Wellbeing Team works towards the strategic aim of improving financial health and wellbeing.
We do this by delivering evidence-based money guidance to several audiences, including schools, colleges, communities, and workplaces.
We also deliver financial wellbeing training to professionals, administer our e-learning modules and create a wide range of digital resources so that people can access financial information in a format that is most suited to their needs.
Full details are available in the job description below.
Financial Wellbeing Prevention Officer (family leave cover)
- Full time
- £32,100
- Remote: Mainly working from home, but some travel for meetings will be required.
- Closing 10th January 2026
About Money Advice Scotland
The times we live through are frequently described as unprecedented.
A century pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis has magnified and entrenched inequality.
But it has also shown that change can happen rapidly and can make a real difference.
We need change. We need new ideas when old solutions cannot solve new problems.
Money Advice Scotland is Scotland’s money charity. Our mission is to be the driving force towards financial wellbeing for the people of Scotland.
We believe we will achieve this by supporting the advice workforce, empowering citizens to get help and support, and advocating for fairer policy.
About the role
Our Financial Wellbeing Team works towards the strategic aim of improving financial health and wellbeing.
We do this by delivering evidence-based money guidance to several audiences, including schools, colleges, communities, and workplaces.
We also deliver financial wellbeing training to professionals, administer our e-learning modules and create a wide range of digital resources so that people can access financial information in a format that is most suited to their needs.
This role will be a key part of the team offering prevention approaches with communities, schools and individuals. In addition it will provide follow-up after a financial solution to ensure sustainable outcomes.
This role involves a new and innovative prevention approach thanks to funding from the Robertson Trust.
Full details are available in the job description below.
Drumchapel Citizens Advice Bureau is seeking new Board Members to join our governing body and support the delivery of vital advice services across Glasgow. This voluntary role offers the chance to use your skills for community benefit, gain governance experience and help shape the future of a trusted local charity. Full induction and training provided.
About Drumchapel CAB
Drumchapel Citizens Advice Bureau provides free, impartial and confidential advice to people across Glasgow. We help local residents resolve issues around welfare benefits, debt, housing, employment and more — empowering individuals and improving quality of life in our community.
As a leading advice provider in the Glasgow area, we’re supported by a dedicated Board of Directors (Trustees) who bring strategic vision, professional insight and community knowledge. We are now seeking new members to join our Board and help shape the future direction of our organisation.
The Role
As a Board Member, you will play an active part in ensuring that Drumchapel CAB remains effective, accountable and sustainable.
You’ll work collectively with fellow Trustees and the Bureau Manager to:
- Provide strategic leadership and sound governance
- Support the management team to deliver high-quality advice services
- Contribute to decision-making that influences the Bureau’s future direction
- Promote our work within the community and wider networks
Board meetings are held every two months, typically lasting around two hours. Trustees may also choose to join sub-committees or short-term working groups.
What You’ll Gain
- A meaningful opportunity to make a difference in your local community
- Free training and development in charity governance and leadership
- The chance to meet new people and expand your professional network
- Experience of strategic decision-making within a respected local charity
Who We’re Looking For
Membership is open to anyone aged 18 or over who lives or works in Glasgow (G1–G15) or neighbouring areas.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those who share our commitment to fairness, inclusion and service excellence.
You don’t need previous Board experience — we’ll provide a full induction and ongoing support.
We’re particularly interested in applicants with experience or insight in any of the following areas:
- Finance or accountancy
- HR and people management
- Fundraising or business development
- Community engagement or public service delivery
- Legal, policy or compliance
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