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Targeting:
Females

Commitment: 10 hours per month (including monthly Board meetings)

Position Type: Pro-bono / Board Leadership Role

About the Organisation

Boxhead Plastic is a Berowra-based Incorporated Association ACNC registered charity with DGR status powered by 14 volunteers and four paid staff, working to divert bulk commercial plastic waste from landfill and transform it back into productive new uses. Boxhead plastics main focus is to collect, recycle and re-manufacture scrap plastic car bumper bars from local smash repair businesses. 

Australia’s automotive industry generates 206,000 tonnes of plastic annually, with only 9.5% recycled. In Hornsby Shire alone, 29 smash repairers send 20.3 tonnes of plastic bumper waste to landfill each year, occupying 582m³ of landfill space. In 2025, Boxhead collected and recycled 115 tonnes of bumper waste in the Sydney basin and Central Coast, reducing landfill costs and space. Our vision is to recycle every scrap plastic car bumper bar in Australia.

At the heart of our business is a strong focus on social impacts, achieved through creating meaningful work opportunities for women exiting the justice system. This also includes women who are unemployed, helping them to increase their capacity to engage in employment. Employing women with lived experience in the justice system is a key strategy to break cycles of disadvantage, reduce recidivism, and build economic stability

Role Purpose

The Treasurer is a key member of the Board and serves as the primary financial steward of the organisation. This role is responsible for ensuring strong financial governance, sustainability, and compliance, while supporting strategic decision-making at Board level.

This is a governance-focused position (not operational), suited to someone looking for a flexible, portfolio-friendly Board role. The Treasurer works closely with the Chair and Board to align financial management with organisational priorities and long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight & Stewardship

• Oversee the organisation’s financial position, performance, and long-term sustainability
• Review regular financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts 
• Monitor cash flow, reserves, and funding stability 
• Ensure appropriate financial controls, systems, and internal safeguards are in place 
• Monitor financial risks and advise on mitigation strategies  

Budgeting & Financial Strategy

• Lead the development and oversight of annual budgets 
• Monitor financial performance against budget and provide variance analysis 
• Provide advice on forecasting, financial planning, and sustainability strategies 
• Provide advice on revenue diversification, funding strategy, and financial resilience 

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ACNC requirements and Australian regulatory obligations 
• Oversee financial reporting, audit processes, and accountability practices 
• Support development and review of financial governance policies (e.g. delegations, reserves, risk policies) 

Board & Committee Participation

• Attend and actively contribute to monthly Board meetings 
• Review Board papers and financial reports in advance 
• Participate in finance subcommittees or working groups (if applicable) 
• Contribute to the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and strategy sessions 

• Promote a culture of financial accountability, transparency, and good governance 

Key Selection Criteria

Essential

• Formal qualifications or significant professional experience in accounting, finance, or related discipline (CPA, CA, or equivalent preferred) 
• Demonstrated experience in financial governance at Board or senior management level 
• Strong understanding of Australian not-for-profit financial compliance (including ACNC requirements) 
• Ability to interpret financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow) 
• Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders 
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail 

Desirable

• Experience in not-for-profit, community, or grant-funded organisations 
• Experience with accounting systems Xero 
• Experience supporting fundraising, grants, or revenue diversification 
• Interest in sustainability, environmental impact, or community initiatives 
• Previous Treasurer or Board Director experience 
• Formal governance training (e.g. AICD or equivalent) 
• Experience in sustainability, environmental, or circular economy sectors 

Time Commitment

• Approximately 10 hours per month 
• Preparation and attendance at monthly Board meetings 
• Ongoing financial oversight and advisory responsibilities