Treasurer

To ensure the long-term financial success of DPV, make business decisions and act as the custodian of our assets to safeguard the enterprise for the future. Our directors provide accountable leadership by setting the strategic direction of DPV in line with co-operative values and principles.

Disabled People’s Voice was set up by three Disabled People, who believe those with lived experience of a long-term condition often have insights into the practical day-to-day effects of the condition on daily life, which health and social care professionals don’t necessarily understand.

We founded Disabled People’s Voice to fill the gaps in services as identified by Disabled People rather than by statutory bodies. Disabled People’s Voice isn’t a charity we are a user-led co-operative and social enterprise. 

Our vision is a society where Disabled People receive the support they need to live as they choose rather than as just the passive recipients of care. A future, in which Disabled People are empowered, informed, connected and valued. We adhere to the Social Model of Disability.

To support the board in maintaining high standards of financial record keeping.

Oversee all financial matters related to DPV.

Prepare for, by reading all papers, and attend regular Board meetings, usually held via Zoom. You will also attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and occasional extra-ordinary meetings.

• To table current financial reports, including progress reports of actual income and expenditure against budget.
• Ensure all finances are recorded and managed properly (receipt of monies, bank all monies received, pay all invoices, maintain accurate records of all income and expenditure).
• Liaise with our accountant to ensure financial records are submitted each financial year well in advance of the AGM and support auditing processes.
• Ensure our nominated bank is kept advised of any changes to signatories.
• Manage staff/volunteers identified as the treasurer’s responsibility, liaise with staff and volunteers including fundraisers and the sales manager (issuing invoices, payments etc.)
• Support the development of financial policies and procedures.
• Raise invoices (including members fees).
• Verify and pay expense claims.
• Keep accurate records of all membership payments.
• Ensure that DPV upholds its rules and act as an organisation signatory for legal/financial purposes.
• To develop relevant strategies/business plans to achieve DPV’s objectives.
• To observe our Volunteers’ Code of Conduct.

Skills

Qualities:

• Understand and adhere to the social model of disability, have an awareness of health and care.
• Ability to highlight key issues of relevance and interest to Disabled People, who don’t necessarily have the same impairment.
• Ability to work in a respectful and professional manner.

Skills:

• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to network and build partnerships.
• Able to use Zoom and Teams.
• Have a good understanding of confidentiality.

Other requirements:

Lived experience of a disability.