Finance Volunteer, Birmingham Group, MS Society

Across the UK, our volunteer groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS, bringing people together and connecting our local MS communities.

As a local group Finance Volunteer, you’ll make sure your group gets the most for their money.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team that provides vital support and services to people within your local MS community.

What you will be doing

• Accurately maintaining income and expenditure records to document and report on group finances, using our Online Accounting system
• Ensuring that our financial requirements and policies relating to group finances are followed, and that money is spent in a cost effective manner
• Budget planning for the year ahead and preparation for the year end reporting
• Approving income and expenditure with the other group bank account signatories in a timely manner
• Supporting the group’s shared responsibility for designing and delivering services and activities, to ensure they’re safe, cost-effective and impactful

The skills you need

• Skills and/or experience in what you'll be doing
• Commitment to MS Society policies and procedures
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office, the internet and email will be required for some volunteer roles
• Compassion and sensitivity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when required

What's in it for you

• Support your local community and those affected by MS
• Develop your financial, communication and team working skills collaborating closely with other members of your group’s committee
• Induction and training