Reports to: Wx RFCA Board
Type: Unpaid, Non-Executive
Expenses: Claimable
About Us:
Wessex RFCA is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to being the essential, effective, and enduring partner that supports and enables tri-service Reserves, Cadets, and the wider Armed Forces community across the South West.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to chair our Finance Committee. This pivotal role will involve:
• Scrutinising in-year expenditure up to £6m and year-end audited accounts.
• Managing financial reserves and scrutinise proposed funding streams.
• Ensuring compliance with government and departmental policies.
• Supporting and advising the full-time Wx RFCA finance team.
• Considering funding requests and recommending resource allocations.
Key Abilities:
• Financial Expertise: Strong background in accounting, auditing, or financial analysis.
• Governance & Risk Management: Experience in corporate governance and risk mitigation
. • Legal & Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of financial compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to contribute to strategic planning and provide actionable insights.
• Ethical Integrity & Independence: Commitment to impartiality and high ethical standards.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Clear communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Support & Advising: Provide guidance and advice to the full-time Head of Finance.
Time Commitment:
• Attendance at 3 association board meetings per year (in-person/virtual).
• Chairing 3 finance committee meetings per year (in-person/virtual).
• In-person meetings will be held at our Headquarters in Taunton.
Desirable Experience:
• ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional certification in accounting or banking.
• Proven experience in financial governance and risk management.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills.
Benefits and Support:
• Opportunity to make a significant impact.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.
• Training and support provided.
• Enhance your corporate social responsibility profile.
• Build connections with the Armed Forces community.
Additional Information:
• Term length: 3 years with the option to extend to 5 years.
• Incumbent can serve for a maximum of 2 such terms.
• Reimbursement of reasonable expenses is provided.
• Prior military service may be an advantage but is certainly not a pre-requisite.
Join us in making a difference for the Armed Forces community. Apply now to contribute your financial expertise and leadership to our mission.
To apply:
Applicants should send their CV and a covering letter/email outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the appointment, in strict confidence to: Rose Buttle, Administration Officer, Wessex RFCA, Mount House, Mount Street, Taunton, TA1 3QE (Email: wx-offao@rfca.mod.uk) to arrive no later than 31st January 2025. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview before the end of February 2025.
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Applications required by Friday 31 January 2025.
