Trustee Role – Treasurer

About the Role

Remuneration:This role is not remunerated, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with the charity’s expenses policy
Time Commitment:4 board meetings and ad-hoc engagement with trustees
(one board away day per year)
Location:Remote

We’re looking for an experienced finance professional to join the Board of Ocular Melanoma UK as Trustee Treasurer. Working alongside fellow trustees, the CEO and Finance & Office Manager, you will help ensure the charity remains financially sustainable, well-governed and able to maximise its impact for people affected by ocular melanoma.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Providing financial oversight and assurance to the Board.
  • Supporting the review of budgets, forecasts and management accounts.
  • Helping trustees understand the financial implications of key decisions.
  • Contributing to strategic planning, risk management and organisational sustainability.
  • Supporting good governance and compliance across the charity. 

Essential Experience & Skills

  • A recognised accounting qualification or significant senior-level financial experience.
  • Understanding of charity finance and ideally SORP accounting standards.
  • Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial audiences.
  • Strong strategic thinking, independent judgement and governance awareness.
  • A commitment to the mission and values of Ocular Melanoma UK. 

What You’ll Gain

  • The opportunity to use your professional expertise to make a meaningful difference.
  • Board-level governance experience within a growing national charity.
  • The chance to help shape the future direction and sustainability of Ocular Melanoma UK.
  • The opportunity to work alongside a passionate and committed Board and leadership team