The TREASURER is the primary steward of the PWN Barcelona financial resources and oversees the management and reporting of the finances - to ensure that effective financial systems and procedures have been established, are being consistently followed, and are in line with best practices and legal requirements. This role has a strong impact on the public's perception, trust, and assurance in our organization. The Treasurer serves as an advisor to the Board and functions as the support of an external accounting firm.
Take a look at the role descriptions of the open positions and become part of a vibrant and enriching community of professionals. PWN Barcelona is a volunteer-based organization. All volunteers are members and are non-remunerated, sharing their time and experience to help this thriving organization to grow even more.
All PWN volunteers, including Board members, must be Premium Members. If you are not currently a Premium Member you may still apply, but your application will be considered only after membership is confirmed.
Please send your application to board@pwnbarcelona.net and we will follow up with you to schedule an interview. In your email, please include a short biography, with information on your professional background that is relevant for the role, your association with PWN and why you believe you are a good fit for the Board role of interest. Please also add a motivational paragraph explaining your motivation and commitment and how you see yourself contributing to the network. Describe your experiences and share with us your energy!
The deadline for candidate submissions is August 31st, 2024.
Self-motivation, commitment and accountability are a MUST
Be well organized, and able to work efficiently and autonomously, as part of a small team of volunteers
Commit to actively volunteer for a period of 2 years (duration of board mandate)
Attend regular meetings (hybrid) and calls with the Board and Volunteers
Commit to approximately 3-5 hours per week as needed
Respond to emails in a prompt manner
Advanced level of English is required: English is the Chapter language, but communications with local authorities and institutions are also part of the role so knowledge of Spanish is a plus.
Management of revenue and expenses of the chapter, definition of the yearly forecast and budget. This includes recording income / expenses, balancing all budgets and closing year-end accounts, and preparing all financial statements for board meetings, reviewing and monitoring all possible discrepancies.
Oversee the review of and monitoring of monthly bank statements against income/expenses recorded. Collect, review and pay bills (bank transfer.) Follow up on any unpaid transactions or errors in charges.
Reviews and approves jointly payment of all invoices.
For the AGM prepares the annual financial statements and budget review and signs off with the external accountant before the meeting date; gives a full report at the AGM on the Network’s financials.
Alerts the Board to any financial matters that require attention.
Provides new Board Members with a basic understanding of the Chapter’s financial structure and policies.
Strong experience in accounting and finance/budgeting, ideally with an accounting qualification
Ideally having served as a Treasurer in a volunteer capacity
Considerable experience having served as a leader within a corporate environment or in another volunteer position
Demonstrated experience setting strategy
Excellent interpersonal skills, with a sense of diplomacy and collaborative leadership