Treasurer (Voluntary) Arts Access Victoria’s Board of Management

At Arts Access Victoria (AAV), we work for cultural equity for Deaf and Disabled people.

By being part of AAV’s Board of Management, you will:

• Gain satisfaction from their involvement with AAV.
• Get support and respect from AAV members and staff.
• Have clearly defined responsibilities. Receive clear information for your role, initial induction, and training.
• Reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses including childcare, access and travel for AAV meetings.

AAV’s Board of Management operates according to the following principles of governance:

• AAV’s vision is the central motivation and purpose for all organisational activities
• Governance of the organisation is the responsibility of the Board of Management

For the purpose of this document, “governance of the organisation” includes the following Board responsibilities:

• legal and financial obligations
• planning, policy development and strategic direction of the organisation
• monitoring and reporting on organisational resourcing and performance

Major Tasks and Reporting Roles

Major Tasks

The primary role of the Board is to ensure that the management of the organisation meet the vision and purpose. This includes its responsibilities to its funding bodies and all other stakeholders.

As the Treasurer you will oversee:

• The Finance sub-committee. Chair the Finance sub-committee with the Financial Management Report and other supporting documents provided by AAV Finance team.
• Financial oversight. Monitoring Financial Management Reports and cash flow to align with objectives, and prepared by AAV Finance team
• Oversee budgets that are aligned with the AAV’s strategic goals and operational needs. Through comparative analysis of past financial performance and future projections, the Treasurer will ensure that budgets are realistic, transparent, and achievable.
• Sign off audit and report on audit findings to the Board at the AGM.
• Oversee AAV’s investment portfolios
• Review and provides feedback on Financial Management Reports, ensuring that the Board and stakeholders have a clear snapshot of AAV’s overall financial health
• Ensures that the management team has effective internal controls in place to safeguard AAV assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

As a Board member, you will work together to:

• Set goals and objectives for AAV.
• Contribute to the development and ensure the implementation of plans and systems for financial and human resources to advance AAV.
• Ensure AAV complies with all relevant laws.
• Review AAV’s progress towards its vision and purpose.
• Report to AAV’s stakeholders on AAV’s activities and operations.

Reporting Relationships

This position reports directly to the Chair but works closely with the entire Board, Executive team and Finance team.

Selection Criteria

Mandatory:

• Understand the cultural context of the arts and disability sector.
• Commitment to the rights of Deaf and Disabled people.
• Professional experience in Finance

• Existing networks across the Victorian arts and cultural sector.

Desirable:

• Identifies as Deaf and/or Disabled person
• Experience in governance and leadership roles.
• Commitment to building partnerships across arts and cultural sector
• Interest in strengthening inclusive and accessible governance practices

If you would like to join the AAV Board, please click ‘Apply Now’ or email recruitment@artsaccess.com.au and submit your cover letter which briefly addresses your experiences with the tasks listed under Treasurer Major tasks in this advertisement. This opportunity will end once the position is filled, therefore we recommended applying as soon as you can!

Contact us

If you have any question or would like support, please contact us:

Phone: 03 9699 8299 (voice only) / 0401 224 864 (text or voice)

Email: Recruitment@artsaccess.com.au

Work Culture, safety, and screenings

AAV Environment

We are committed to making AAV a friendly, relaxed and open workplace.

All AAV board members are expected to embrace our vision, purpose and values. All board members work towards creating equity in the AAV for all Deaf and Disabled people.

The Board embraces access and equity through the essential roles of governance and leadership that are underpinned by a comprehensive set of policies, procedures, and delegated authority.

Arts Access Victoria is committed to equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage Deaf and Disabled, First Nations, LGBTIQ+ and/or CALD people to apply. We are the peak body for disability arts in Victoria. Candidates living and working in any part of Victoria are encouraged to apply. If you require assistance with your application, please contact us. A position description is available in alternate formats if required.