Treasurer/Trustee
- Part time or Management Board
- Sessional
- On site: Glasgow
- Closing 3rd March 2025
- Advertised from 30th January 2025
- Self-employed freelance role, offered at £25 per hour plus reasonable expenses. Time commitment average 4 – 8 hours per month (approx). Attendance at Board Meetings every 8 weeks.
Role
The Pyramid at Anderston SCIO, registered Scottish Charity: SC048144, is a Community Anchor Organisation, serving the communities of Anderston, Finnieston, Kelvingrove and Yorkhill (G3 7 and G3 8 postcode areas).
We are searching for a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees, who will work with the other Trustees and senior staff to oversee The Pyramid’s finances and ensure they are properly managed. Please note, we employ a Finance Manager, who deals with The Pyramid’s day-to-day financial business.
It is an exciting time to join us, with projects and activities coming up, the ongoing development of our wonderful building, and the opportunity to contribute to the community we serve. The role will be enjoyable and rewarding for the right person.
The role is paid (£25 per hour for approx. 4 – 8 hours per month), with reimbursement of reasonable expenses.
The Treasurer should have experience of financial management and financial expertise in formal settings. Knowledge of governance and current finance practice relevant to charities, particularly SCIOs, would be advantageous. Ideally, the Treasurer will also have previous board/committee experience, and a working knowledge of the third sector. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to effectively communicate and work with the Board and staff team.
The Treasurer will be required to prepare for and attend Board Meetings (currently every 8 weeks) as well as annual planning days and potentially sub-committee work.
Application notes
If you would like to know more or have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ailsa MacKenzie, Chief Officer, ailsa@thepyramid.scot
To apply, please download the full Role Specification and Trustee Information Pack. Apply with your CV and a covering note explaining your interest and suitability for the role by 5pm on Monday 3rd March 2025 to ailsa@thepyramid.scot or by post to: Ailsa MacKenzie, The Pyramid at Anderston, 759 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8DS
The Pyramid at Anderston SCIO is a charity registered in Scotland, SC048144.
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