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Seniors/Retired People

Volunteer Board Treasurer – Make a Difference in Positive Ageing

Life Activities Clubs Victoria Inc. (LACVI)

Location: Melbourne - Victoria

Position Type: Volunteer / Unpaid Board Position

Commitment: Part-time, with attendance at scheduled Board meetings and financial oversight responsibilities

About Life Activities Clubs Victoria (LACVI)

Life Activities Clubs Victoria Inc. (LACVI) is a not-for-profit, volunteer-led organisation dedicated to promoting positive ageing, social connection and community participation among older Victorians.

For over 50 years, our organisation and affiliated Clubs have been bringing people together through a wide range of social, recreational and community activities.

Today, LACVI supports 17 affiliated Life Activities Clubs and approximately over 3,800 members across Victoria.

Our mission is simple yet meaningful: to help older Victorians remain active, connected and engaged, while reducing loneliness and social isolation.

The Opportunity – Volunteer Board Treasurer

We are seeking a dedicated, experienced and community-minded individual to join the LACVI Board as our Volunteer Treasurer.

This is an opportunity for someone who would like to use their professional financial and business experience to make a meaningful contribution to the community.

We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are retired, semi-retired or approaching retirement, and who are looking for a rewarding way to remain professionally engaged while giving back to the community.

As Treasurer, you will work collaboratively with the Board President, fellow Board Members and our Office Coordinator to support the financial governance, sustainability and future growth of LACVI.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee LACVI's financial management and reporting processes.
• Organise bill payments
• Bank Reconciliation
• Prepare or coordinate financial reports for Board and Council meetings.
• Monitor budgets, income, expenditure and cash flow.
• Assist with the preparation and review of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Support financial compliance, accountability and sound governance practices.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and relevant service providers when required.
• Provide financial guidance to the Board on strategic initiatives, grants and funding opportunities.
• Contribute to LACVI's long-term financial sustainability and organisational development.

About You – Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is approachable, collaborative and passionate about making a positive difference.

Ideally, you will have:

• A background in accounting, finance, financial management or business administration.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting and financial oversight.
• A sound understanding of financial governance and accountability.
• Previous experience working with a not-for-profit organisation, community group or volunteer Board, although this is not essential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with a volunteer Board.
• A genuine interest in positive ageing, community wellbeing and reducing social isolation.

Retired or soon-to-retire accountants, finance managers, business owners and financial professionals are particularly encouraged to apply. However, we are open to all ages.

What We Offer

Although this is an unpaid voluntary position, the personal and professional rewards can be significant.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful contribution to the lives of thousands of older Victorians.
• Share your professional experience and knowledge with a purpose-driven community organisation.
• Help shape the future growth and financial sustainability of LACVI.
• Work alongside a committed, supportive and collaborative volunteer Board.
• Remain professionally and socially engaged while giving back to the community.

Time Commitment

This is a voluntary Board position requiring a fair and reasonable commitment to scheduled Board meetings, financial reporting and occasional discussions with the President, Board Members and Office Coordinator.

Expression of Interest

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for an opportunity to contribute your skills, experience and time to a worthwhile community organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Please send a brief expression of interest outlining your professional background, relevant experience and reasons for wanting to join LACVI.

Life's Better Together™

Help us build a financially sustainable future while making a lasting difference to the lives of older Victorians.