Club Treasurer
Purpose of the Role
The Treasurer plays a key role in ensuring the financial health, sustainability, and governance of the club. You will oversee all financial activity, provide insight to support decision-making, and ensure appropriate controls and compliance are in place.
Is this role for you?
This role would suit someone who:
- Is financially literate, with experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance
- Is confident managing budgets and financial reporting
- Has strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Is comfortable using spreadsheets or finance systems
- Can provide clear, practical financial advice to a committee
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Governance
- Lead all financial matters for the club
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Ensure appropriate financial controls and processes are in place
- Provide financial insight to support committee decision-making
Budgeting & Reporting
- Develop and monitor the annual club budget
- Track income and expenditure, highlighting risks and opportunities
- Prepare and present regular financial updates to the committee
- Produce year-end accounts and financial reports
Compliance & Administration
- Submit all required statutory and regulatory returns (e.g. VAT, tax, grants where applicable)
- Ensure all financial obligations are met, including affiliation fees and insurances
- Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trail
Income & Commercial Oversight
- Work with relevant committee members to monitor income streams (e.g. membership, bar, events, sponsorship)
- Support initiatives to improve financial performance and sustainability
- Oversee supplier payments and financial commitments
Key Relationships
- Club Chair and Committee Members
- Membership Secretary
- Bar / Facilities Manager
- Events and Fundraising Leads
- External stakeholders (e.g. auditors, governing bodies if applicable)
What you’ll gain from the role
- Opportunity to influence the strategic direction of the club
- Development of financial, governance, and leadership skills
- Experience working as part of a volunteer committee
- Access to wider club and community networks
Time Commitment
- Flexible, with some remote working possible
- Estimated 3–5 hours per week on average, with peaks around reporting periods and key events
Volunteering Requirements
- Compliance with club safeguarding policies and procedures
- Eligibility for a DBS check (if required)
- Agreement to the club’s code of conduct
Interested?
If you would like to get involved or find out more, please contact the Chair of Dinnington Rugby Union Football Club.
