Non-profit board position: Treasurer

Needed: Treasurer (non-profit volunteer/unpaid)
Organization: Roselands Horticultural Society | Facebook
Location: Toronto West, Ontario

Established in 1926, RHS offers workshops and speaker series on a wide variety of topics. Membership is open to anyone interested in gardening, horticulture, and environmental stewardship.

The Roselands Horticultural Society is seeking a Treasurer. This position is a volunteer position.

Summary

The Treasurer is responsible for overseeing the Society’s financial activities and business affairs. In particular, the Treasurer manages the day-to-day financial affairs of the Society and reports on those affairs to the Executive Board.

Responsibilities

• The Treasurer works, in all aspects, as a member of a team and will receive support from the Executive Board.
• Assist in preparation of annual budget and present to Executive Board for review and approval.
• Prepare and remit all required documents for OHA and OMAFRA.
• Prepare and present Treasurer's Report at the Society's AGM.
• Prepare the annual financial information to be sent to the Financial Reviewers prior to the AGM.
• Prepare a monthly Bank Reconciliation.
• Maintain accurate and reconciled banking records.
• Receive, record and deposit all Society incoming monies.
• Receive, record and remit payment for all Society expenditures.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of all financial transactions to corroborate reports.
• Maintain an off-site backup of all financial records and ensure regular electronic backups take place.
• Monitor any large variances in expenses and income and inform the Executive Board on a timely basis.
• Monitor the budget to compare actual vs budget.
• Provide oversight and due diligence and report any concerns to the Executive Board.

Skills & Experience

• Appreciation for horticulture and gardening.
• Enthusiasm for engaging people, teamwork and sharing knowledge.
• Previous involvement in a leadership role in a volunteer organization.
• Has working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Superior communication and problem-solving skills.
• Understands or willing to learn governance policies and best practices.
• An ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrates commitment to the principles of equity, inclusion and diversity in a collaborative environment.

Please send letter of interest describing your skills and experience to:

Jennifer Hagan
Secretary, Roselands Horticultural Society
Roselands1926@gmail.com

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