Finance Trustee

Dickson O’Brien Associates are supporting a well-established organisation in Merseyside with the appointment of a Finance Trustee to join its Board. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who would like to use their commercial and financial expertise to make a meaningful contribution at Board level. THE ROLE Working alongside the Chair, fellow Trustees and senior management, you will provide financial oversight, guidance and constructive challenge to the organisation. Your responsibilities will include: * Providing financial oversight and governance at Board level * Reviewing management accounts, budgets and financial reports * Supporting the Board in understanding financial performance and risk * Providing advice on financial strategy and planning * Challenging and supporting senior management where appropriate * Helping ensure strong financial controls and good governance * Contributing to wider Board discussions and strategic decisions ABOUT YOU We are looking for an experienced finance professional with a strong understanding of financial management and governance. You could be: * ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent * An experienced Finance Director, CFO, Financial Controller, Finance Manager or senior accountant * Experienced in financial reporting, budgeting and financial controls * Comfortable reviewing financial information and providing constructive challenge * Able to communicate financial matters clearly to non-finance Board members * Interested in contributing your expertise within a Trustee/Board environment Previous Trustee or NED experience would be beneficial but is not essential. COMMITMENT Approximately 1 day per month, including Board meetings and preparation. This is a voluntary Trustee position, with reasonable expenses covered where applicable