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About Us Cherry Trees is a charity. located in East Clandon (near Guildford, Surrey), providing home-from-home short breaks for children aged 0–19 with a range of complex disabilities, including learning, physical, and sensory impairments. We are rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted and care for more than 100 children and young people in a safe, stimulating, and fun environment. At Cherry Trees, we see the child first and the disability second, valuing every child for who they are. We are a dedicated community, enabling children to spend time with friends and enjoy new experiences while their families have a much-needed break from care. It’s an exciting time to join Cherry Trees. We have recently recruited a new Head of Fundraising and Communications who will be building the team as we invest in a programme of service growth in conjunction with a new 5-year strategy which will be publicised in 2026. What difference will you make? Cherry Trees offers a lifeline to vulnerable children and their families. As a Trustee, you will play a key role in helping us to grow and develop and to enable us to continue to provide support and a critical lifeline to even more vulnerable children and their families in great need. Alongside a team of 8 trustees you will play a key role in ensuring we have the maximum impact we can for our community. Role Description The treasurer is an officer of the trustee board and not a paid worker. The role of the treasurer is to ensure that all the finances and the supporting financial control systems are kept in order. Key objectives of the role: • To provide strategic advice to the Trustees on financial matters as regards the operation and development of Cherry Trees within the direction set by the Chairman of the Trustees., • To oversee the financial affairs of the Charity and ensure that they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice., • To ensure that proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place., • To monitor and report on the financial health of the Charity., • To oversee the production of necessary financial reports, returns, accounts and audits., • The role requires active participation in board meetings and collaboration with fellow trustees and the executive team to support Cherry Trees’ mission. Qualifications • Strong skills and experience in Financial Statements and Accounting, • Proficiency in Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Finance, • An understanding of charitable organisations and nonprofit financial management is a plus, • Good communication and teamwork abilities, • A commitment to the vision and values of the Cherry Trees Charity, • Professional qualifications in accounting or finance are desirable

We’re supporting a well-established charity based in Surrey that is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join the organisation on a part-time basis. This role will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to provide strong financial leadership, governance oversight, and strategic guidance.The organisation has a small but capable finance team and requires a senior finance professional to provide oversight, strengthen financial planning, and ensure compliance with charity sector regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced charity finance leader who enjoys working at board level while remaining hands‑on with key financial oversight.The RoleReporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will oversee the finance function and ensure the organisation maintains strong financial governance, transparency, and long-term sustainability.You will provide strategic financial insight to support decision-making while ensuring regulatory compliance across charity reporting, VAT, and financial planning.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic financial leadership and act as the organisation’s senior finance leadOversee the day‑to‑day finance function and provide guidance to the small finance teamEnsure strong financial governance and compliance with charity regulations and reporting requirementsLead budgeting, financial forecasting, and long‑term financial planningPrepare and present clear financial reports and insight to the Board of TrusteesProvide high‑level financial business partnering to senior leadership and trusteesOversee VAT compliance and ensure correct treatment across charitable and trading activitiesReview financial controls, policies, and risk management frameworksSupport the preparation of annual accounts and manage external audit processesAdvise on financial strategy, sustainability, and operational efficiencyWhat We’re Looking ForFully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)Proven experience at Finance Director or Head of Finance levelStrong background within the charity or not-for-profit sectorExperience working closely with Boards of Trustees and senior leadership teamsStrong understanding of charity governance, VAT treatment, and regulatory complianceAbility to operate both strategically and hands‑on where requiredClear communicator with the ability to present financial information to non‑finance stakeholdersIdeally available within short noticeWhy Join?This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key leadership role within a purpose‑driven organisation. You’ll work closely with the CEO and Trustees to ensure strong financial stewardship while helping shape the charity’s future direction and sustainability.Apply NowIf you’re an experienced Finance Director with charity sector experience looking for a flexible part‑time leadership role in Surrey, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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