Treasurer / trustee (voluntary)

1 week ago

Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, United Kingdom Nystagmus Network Full time

The Nystagmus Network is seeking a qualified accountant to take over from our retiring Treasurer. We're a UK charity supporting people affected by nystagmus, providing information, community and research funding to improve lives for those living with this complex eye condition.

What difference will you make?

The board includes trustees with lived experience of nystagmus and backgrounds in business, research, and education. Together we're focused on

  • Strengthening leadership and operations
  • Growing and diversifying income
  • Continuing to fund life-changing research

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to a small, respected charity at a key point in its development — helping us build on strong foundations and plan confidently for the future.

You'll be joining a small, supportive board of trustees who care deeply about our cause and work closely with a dedicated staff team. Together, we're helping people with nystagmus live more confident, independent lives — and your financial expertise will be key to keeping the charity strong and sustainable for the future.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for a qualified accountant who can bring financial clarity, sound judgement and a collaborative approach to our board.

You'll have experience in bookkeeeping and preparing management accounts, budgets and year-end reports, ideally with some knowledge of charity accounting (restricted funds and reserves). Confidence with Xero or similar software would be an advantage, though a full handover and support will be provided.

This role suits someone who enjoys being both hands-on and strategic — happy to manage the numbers day-to-day but also able to step back and advise on long-term financial planning.

Key Skills And Experience

  • ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting and governance
  • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues
  • A practical, problem-solving approach and attention to detail
  • Integrity, independence and commitment to good governance

Desirable

  • Experience in charity or SME finance
  • Familiarity with Xero and basic payroll processes
  • Interest in research, health or visual impairment

What will you be doing?

The Nystagmus Network is looking for a new Treasurer to join our small, friendly Board of Trustees and help shape the charity's financial future.

We're a national charity supporting people affected by nystagmus — providing information, community and advocacy, and funding vital research into this complex eye condition.

Our current Treasurer will step down at the June 2026 AGM after nine years in post, so we're planning an early handover to allow time for a smooth transition.

The Treasurer currently

  • Prepares management accounts and maintains bookkeeping in Xero
  • Manages fortnightly payruns and oversees outsourced payroll
  • Produces the year-end accounts and annual report, liasing with the independent examiner
  • Advises the board on budgets, reserves and financial planning
  • Contributes to the Finance and Governance Committee and Funding Committee
  • Works closely with the Chair, trustees and staff team to guide spending and strategic decisions, and assist with fundraising proposals
  • Submits gift aid claims to HMRC (annually)

In future, we're open to reviewing how day-to-day bookkeeping is managed so the Treasurer can focus more on strategy and oversight.

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