Non-profit Treasurer / Financial Management

Volunteer Board Executive Position - Treasurer

Role: Volunteer Board Treasurer
Type: board of directors positions / unpaid
Organization: Jijuktu'kwejk Watershed Alliance (JWA)
Location: Nova Scotia or Remote (anywhere in Canada)
Reports To: Board of Directors

Position Summary:

The Jijuktu’kwejk Watershed Alliance (JWA) is a non-profit charitable organization, led by a passionate team of like-minded individuals who are working together to foster a healthy, swimmable, and fishable Jijuktu’kwejk (Cornwallis) Watershed.

We would love to welcome you to the team and work together to achieve this mission!

The Volunteer Treasurer plays a key role in overseeing the financial health of the Jijuktu’kwejk Watershed Alliance, ensuring transparency and accountability in how we manage and report our funds. This remote, part-time volunteer position requires just a few hours per month and works closely with our Board of Directors and external Bookkeeper to guide budgeting, financial planning, and grant fund allocation in support of our mission to restore, protect, and steward the Cornwallis River watershed.

The JWA has had an annual budget ranging from $75,000 to $100,000 for the past three years, largely supported by grants from funders and all levels of government. The organization supports 2-4 summer students each year, and starting in 2025 has supported a full-time permanent Operations Manager position. The JWA is currently working on its first strategic plan to guide the work but annual reports can be found on the website (jijuktukwejkwatershedalliance.wordpress.com)

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Key Responsibilities:

Financial Oversight & Budgeting

• Lead the development and maintenance of the organization’s annual operating budget in collaboration with the Board and Operations Manager.
• Ensure proper allocation and tracking of grant funding, with support from our professional Bookkeeper.
• Review financial statements, provide oversight on income and expenses, and support decision-making with financial insights.
• Process bi-weekly salary payments to the Operations Manager (year-round) and field staff (May–September), in coordination with the Bookkeeper.

• Assist seasonal staff and the Operations Manager in purchasing equipment and supplies.

Governance & Compliance

• Provide financial updates to the Board of Directors at monthly or bi-monthly meetings.
• Support the preparation and review of financial reports for funders and year-end filings, led by our professional Bookkeeper and with support from the Board of Directors.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable financial policies, grant requirements, and Canada Revenue Agency standards.

Support & Collaboration

• Work closely with our Board, bookkeeper, and Operations Manager to strengthen financial systems and sustainability.
• Contribute to financial planning for fundraising and strategic initiatives.
• Provide guidance on potential risks or improvements related to financial management.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with non-profit financial management, budgeting, or bookkeeping.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reports.
• Ability to review budgets and financial statements with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to environmental sustainability and community-based work.
• Previous experience as a treasurer or board member is an asset.

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Time Commitment & Work Style:

This is a remote volunteer position requiring an estimated 5-10 hours per month (approx. 10h per month during field season May-September). Most work can be completed on a flexible schedule, though attendance at monthly or bi-monthly Board meetings (via MS Teams) is encouraged. The Treasurer will have full support from the Board of Directors and our professional Bookkeeper.

How to Apply:

Please send a brief letter telling us about yourself and why you would like to volunteer with the JWA to jijuktukwejk@gmail.com Submission of a resume to accompany the letter is strongly encouraged. It will be helpful to understand why your background would be a strong fit for the Treasurer Role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.

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