Leadership Role: Synod Treasurer

Key role at the heart of Synod's Mission

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Key aspects of the role:

  • Working with the Finance Team and Synod Officers
  • Strategic financial planning and investment oversight
  • Oversight of budgeting, accounts, and financial administration
  • Supporting churches and committees with financial guidance
  • Presenting financial matters at meetings

 We’re looking for someone with:

• Financial management experience
• Understanding of charity governance
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work confidently with people at all levels

An accounting qualification and experience in the charitable/faith sector is helpful but not essential.

The West Midlands Synod is seeking a committed person with financial experience to join our team as Synod Treasurer.

This is a significant and rewarding leadership role at the heart of our Synod’s mission, supporting good stewardship, sound financial governance, and long-term strategic planning.

3-year term (renewable)

Download the role description and person specification

Download the application form

Deadline: 31 July 2026

Interested?
Please contact Rachel Wakeman synodclerk@urcwestmidlands.org.uk to arrange a conversation.

Safer Recruitment

In line with current URC policy, we are introducing Safer Recruitment practices for all our volunteer roles. Ideally, this means completing an application form, but we don’t want that to be a barrier so if you would prefer to apply in another way (e.g. by answering the questions in a video recording) then please get in touch and let us know.

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