VOLUNTEER POSITION
TREASURER
The Bouddi Society Inc. & Bouddi Foundation for the Arts
Volunteer Position: Treasurer
The Bouddi Society Inc & Bouddi Foundation for the Arts
Location: Central Coast, NSW (Preferred)
Position Type: Volunteer (Unpaid)
About the Organisation
The Role
We are seeking a qualified and experienced accountant to step into the role of Treasurer for both the Society and the BFA. This is a rewarding volunteer opportunity to use your professional skills to support a vibrant local community and nurture the next generation of creative artists.
Key Responsibilities
Who We Are Looking For
Why Join Us?
Make a lasting, tangible impact on the Central Coast community and help empower young emerging artists, while working alongside a dedicated group of community volunteers.
How to Apply
If you are interested in contributing your expertise to this vital community role, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 Website links:
https://www.bouddisociety.org.au/
https://www.bouddiarts.org.au/
https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/024b7a44-3aaf-e811-a963-000d3ad24077/profile
The Bouddi Society Inc & Bouddi Foundation for the Arts
Location: Central Coast, NSW (Preferred)
Position Type: Volunteer (Unpaid)
About the Organisation
- The Bouddi Society Inc. is an incorporated, NSW-registered NFP charity registered with ACNC, and the main operating entity operating from the Bouddi Peninsula NSW (southern end of the Central Coast). It runs community arts events, handles member subscriptions, and oversees the Bouddi Foundation for the Arts (BFA).
- The Bouddi Foundation for the Arts (BFA) is an ATO-approved DGR registered gift fund dedicated to supporting young talent in the creative arts connected with the Central Coast. BFA awards up to $100,000 annually in grants to over 50 young artists and manages an asset portfolio exceeding $500,000. It is managed by a separate management subcommittee comprising the President, Treasurer and other members of the Society with a particular interest in the BFA’s activities.
The Role
We are seeking a qualified and experienced accountant to step into the role of Treasurer for both the Society and the BFA. This is a rewarding volunteer opportunity to use your professional skills to support a vibrant local community and nurture the next generation of creative artists.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management: Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping and cash-basis financial reporting using Reckon (currently managed on a dedicated laptop).
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure accounting records remain compliant for periodic review by the ATO and ACNC. Oversee calendar-year audit reviews (February) and annual ACNC filings (due June 30).
- Systems Improvement: Lead the effort to modernize and connect IT systems to streamline operations and ease the administrative burden on volunteers.
- Grants & Events: Actively participate in the annual grant application, adjudication, and determination process for BFA, and assist with financial logistics (floats, raffles) for 4–5 annual Bouddi Society events (generally at Wagstaffe Hall).
- Governance: Serve as a core member of the management committees and the BFA Investment Sub-Committee and present regular financial statements to both management committees.
Who We Are Looking For
- Qualifications: Background in accounting, finance.
- Technical & Strategic Focus: Experience or strong interest in improving IT connectivity/systems integration across non-profit operations.
- Community Focus: Based on or connected to the Central Coast, NSW (preferred, to attend local meetings and community events).
- Attributes: High integrity, collaborative spirit, and a passion for supporting community initiatives and the arts.
Why Join Us?
Make a lasting, tangible impact on the Central Coast community and help empower young emerging artists, while working alongside a dedicated group of community volunteers.
How to Apply
If you are interested in contributing your expertise to this vital community role, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 Website links:
https://www.bouddisociety.org.au/
https://www.bouddiarts.org.au/
https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/024b7a44-3aaf-e811-a963-000d3ad24077/profile
