Remote Treasurer

Summary

The job description is for a Treasurer position at Muslim Advocates, a civil rights organization that fights against anti-Muslim discrimination. The ideal candidate has experience in financial management and is committed to devoting the necessary time to perform the responsibilities of Treasurer. This is a volunteer, unpaid position.

Requirements

• Understanding of financial accounting for nonprofit organizations
• Experience providing financial management, operations or oversight in either the nonprofit or for-profit sectors
• Maintain financial knowledge of the organization
• Personal commitment to devote the time necessary to perform the responsibilities of Treasurer, including attending two in-person board meetings per year and 6-7 finance committee and board meetings by phone

Responsibilities

• Serves as an officer of Muslim Advocates, serves on the finance committee of the board of directors, and assists the board in carrying out its financial responsibilities
• Works with the finance committee, executive director and director of operations and organizational effectiveness to oversee the organization’s finances, policies and financial management
• Works with the executive director and director of operations and organizational effectiveness to ensure that appropriate financial reports, policies and other information necessary for the board to perform its fiduciary duties are made available to the board on a timely basis
• Assists the executive director and director of operations and organizational effectiveness in preparing the annual budget and presenting the budget to the board for approval
• Works with the finance committee and senior management to develop financial policies for recommendation to the board to ensure the financial integrity and sustainability of the organization
• Works with the finance committee and senior management to develop long-term financial strategies
• Keeps currently informed of legal, regulatory and sector developments relating to the board’s and organization’s financial responsibilities

Benefits

This role does not offer monetary compensation, but provides a valuable opportunity to contribute to Muslim Advocates' mission and make a positive impact