Treasurer & Committee Member

(Voluntary – Arts & Disability)

The Broughton Art Society Inc.

Parkside SA | Hybrid

About the organisation / Why work with us:

The Broughton Art Society Incorporated (est. 1965) is a registered ACNC charity and disability recreational art service provider supporting artists living with disability across South Australia. Make a meaningful community impact | Be part of a 60 year legacy in inclusive/disability arts. Flexible hours / WFH | Values driven governance role | Welcoming and collaborative committee culture.

The opportunity:

We are seeking Expressions of Interest from a passionate, values driven individual to join our volunteer Committee of Management in the role of Treasurer. This is a rewarding volunteer opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening financial governance and supporting better outcomes for people with disabilities.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Financial literacy and experience in finance / accounting

• Competence using Xero, and Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel/SharePoint/Teams

• Experience managing budgets, bank accounts, and financial reporting

• Ability to prepare and present clear financial reports to a committee or board

• Understanding of not for profit financial management principles and familiarity with grant acquittals / donor reporting

Governance & Compliance Knowledge:

• Understanding of Australian charity governance obligations

• ACNC reporting, financial accountability, ethical use of funds

• Knowledge of basic tax obligations for charities, including GST, BAS and PAYG

• Awareness of NDIS funding principles, including:

• Appropriate handling of participant funds

• Separation of NDIS and non NDIS income

• Financial transparency and safeguards

• Commitment to strong internal controls and risk management

Organisational & Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively with a volunteer committee and staff

• Strong communication skills, particularly explaining financial matters in plain language

• Reliable, organised, and able to meet reporting deadlines

• Commitment to the mission and values of a disability focused organisation

Role Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial management, record keeping, and cash flow monitoring to support long term sustainability

• Provide financial insight to inform strategic and operational decision making

• Review and strengthen financial procedures, controls, and reporting

• This is a governance/oversight role. Day to day bookkeeping and operational finance tasks are managed by bookkeeping-accounting contractor.

Compliance / Eligibility / Time Commitment:

• Hold a current National Police Check and NDIS worker check (or willingness to obtain)

• Meetings every month (up to 2 hours). In person at Parkside (preferred) or online

• And ad hoc work hours (WFH)

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a treasurer or board member.

• Experience in the arts, disability, or community services sector and NDIS will be highly regarded.

• We strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities and people from diverse backgrounds.

**Applications Close: ** As per the expiry date on this listing (with ongoing Expressions of interest register).

**Next Steps: **

After you submit your application, we will email you an Expression of Interest form to complete and provide to us via return email. The Expression of Interest form will contain further details about the opportunity.