Get involved with ICAS
Volunteer on an ICAS board, committee or panel
Volunteering your time can be a great way to add new insights, skills and expertise to your portfolio and can enable you to grow your network and give something back to the profession. You’ll also be playing an active role in shaping the future of both ICAS and the CA profession.
You can be based anywhere, as most meetings take place virtually. Many roles are suitable for those early in their careers, not just for the more experienced. Meetings typically last between 2-4 hours and occur three to four times per year.
ICAS is governed by Council, which delegates certain responsibilities to a range of boards and committees whose remit covers governance and operations, qualifications, ethics and policy leadership. In addition, our specialist panels and boards consider matters such as taxation, pensions and charities.
Latest positions currently open for application:
If you can't find a role that suits you, please register your interest by emailing connect@icas.com. We will then notify you when a suitable opportunity becomes available.
ICAS Members' Board - Highlands Area
We have one vacancy for an ICAS CA member who lives or works in the Scottish Highlands area.
Members’ Board reports directly to ICAS Council and performs a strategic role in considering all aspects of the way ICAS engages with its members. The Board is closely engaged with the development and delivery of the new ICAS strategy, and the ICAS Area Networks and international member communities.
The board meets up to four times per year, usually up to three meetings are held virtually and one in-person in Edinburgh. Time commitment per year is three hours per meeting, plus reading time. Ad hoc shorter meetings are sometimes required as part of a working group or to meet stakeholders.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years.
Read more about the work of Members’ Board and its members.
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession.
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for the work of Members’ Board.
- Can inspire confidence in other members and stakeholders.
- Are capable of building and maintaining relationships, diplomatic and personable.
- Are understanding of the issues facing members.
- Can demonstrate commitment to creating equality, celebrating diversity and building an inclusive profession.
- Live or work in the Highlands area of Scotland*
*By virtue of the appointment to Members’ Board, the candidate would also become a member of the Highlands Area Network Committee. Find out more about the Highlands Area Network Committee.
To ensure the composition of the board reflects the diversity of the changing membership demographics we are looking for members from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
As part of a board of 15-18 ICAS CA members and three ICAS colleague members, the successful candidate will:
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights.
- Help identify work priorities for the board.
- Provide constructive challenge to ICAS colleagues.
- Support in communicating key ICAS initiatives to their network.
- Identify and seek to understand different membership experiences and outcomes.
The position is voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Ashley Gibb, Senior Engagement Manager, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 14 October 2024.
ICAS Members’ Board
We have one vacancy for ICAS CA members to join Members’ Board.
Members’ Board reports directly to ICAS Council and performs a strategic role in considering all aspects of the way ICAS engages with its members. The Board is closely engaged with the development and delivery of the new ICAS strategy, and the ICAS Area Networks and international member communities.
The board meets up to four times per year, usually up to three meetings are held virtually and one in-person in Edinburgh. Time commitment per year is three hours per meeting, plus reading time. Ad hoc shorter meetings are sometimes required as part of a working group or to meet stakeholders.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years.
Read more about the work of Members’ Board and its members.
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession.
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for the work of Members’ Board.
- Can inspire confidence in other members and stakeholders.
- Are capable of building and maintaining relationships, diplomatic and personable.
- Are understanding of the issues facing members.
- Can demonstrate commitment to creating equality, celebrating diversity and building an inclusive profession.
To ensure the composition of the board reflects the diversity of the changing membership demographics we are looking for members from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
As part of a board of 15-18 ICAS CA members and three ICAS colleague members, the successful candidate will:
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights.
- Help identify work priorities for the board.
- Provide constructive challenge to ICAS colleagues.
- Support in communicating key ICAS initiatives to their network.
- Identify and seek to understand different membership experiences and outcomes.
The position is voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Ashley Gibb, Senior Engagement Manager, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 14 October 2024.
ICAS Private Client Committee
We have several volunteer-based vacancies for suitably qualified ICAS members or non-ICAS members. Applicants are likely to be working in the area of personal tax in practice, in-house in industry, in the public sector or in an academic position.
The remit of the committee is:
- To be a focus for ICAS’ contribution on tax technical and tax reporting issues that affect private clients and putting forward views on these issues to HMRC, HMT and any other relevant bodies.
- To consider areas where ICAS could make a contribution on practical matters relating to tax that affect private clients.
- To co-ordinate with the ICAS Tax Board and its other Committees on the preparation of submissions on tax issues affecting private clients.
The candidates
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in volunteering for ICAS.
- Can commit to delivering an enthusiastic contribution to the work of the Private Client committee and through the committee to wider ICAS tax policy work.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of personal taxes.
- Are willing to review and give input to/comment on consultation responses, technical papers and thought leadership papers.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
Successful candidates will:
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights.
- Help identify work priorities for the committee.
- Review and comment on draft consultation responses, thought leadership and policy position papers etc as necessary.
- Undertake to read agendas and associated papers in preparation for formal meetings.
The committee usually meets two or three times per year (for one to two hours) – meetings will be hybrid or virtual. Short ad hoc virtual meetings may take place in response to specific developments. Meetings may occasionally be attended by HMRC or HM Treasury officials – for example to discuss consultations. The time commitment for this role is approximately 10 to 15 hours per annum. Read more about the structure and governance of the ICAS Tax Board and tax committees and about the policy positions of the ICAS Tax Boardhttps://www.icas.com/professional-resources/tax/icas-tax-policy-positions-the-icas-role.
These positions are not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for attendance in person at hybrid meetings (usually held at CA House in Edinburgh).
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to join the committee and your suitability for the role to Susan Cattell, Head of Tax Technical Policy, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 14 October 2024.
ICAS Practice Board
We have 3 vacancies for ICAS members or those working within ICAS firms.
Practice Board serves the needs of small and medium-sized CA practices. It considers how ICAS can help practitioners deal with the issues which they face in their day to day working lives and ensures that ICAS has the necessary structures in place to support them.
The board meets three times per year, usually two are held exclusively virtual and one in-person in Edinburgh with an ability to join virtually if required. Time commitment per year is three hours per meeting, plus reading time. Ad hoc shorter meetings are sometimes required as part of a working group or to consider urgent matters out of meeting.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years.
Read more about the work of the board and its members. https://www.icas.com/about-us/governance/boards-and-key-committees/members-in-practice-advisory-board
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- have a commitment to and enthusiasm for the work of Practice Board;
- have a knowledge of the challenges which members in practice and their firms face;
- are able to demonstrate empathy with the difficulties which members in practice and their firms are encountering; and
- have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession.
The composition of the board aims to be broadly reflective of the ICAS practice community and therefore applications are particularly welcome at this time from those who are:
- working in practices based in England, Wales or Northern Ireland
- working in medium sized practices (5 – 10 partners)
- mid career, non principals
- non-traditional practice (for example portfolio/quasi-FDs)
- late career.
The role
As part of the board comprising of members and ICAS staff, the successful candidates will:
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights;
- Help identify work priorities for the board;
- Advise on current and future ICAS activities to improve their relevance and value for money for members in practice; and
- Consider how the needs of the small and medium-sized firm sector can be met to reinforce its sustainability and growth.
These positions are not renumerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to David Menzies, Director of Practice at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 14 October 2024.
ICAS Authorisation Committee
We have the following vacancies for ICAS CA members on the Authorisation Committee:
- Two specialising in audit and/ or general practice
- One who is an insolvency practitioner
Role of the Committee
The Authorisation Committee is an exceptional committee in terms of both responsibility and workload – it has responsibility for the licensing of members and hence authorises members’ ability to conduct practice and other regulated services (audit, insolvency). The workload is also heavy - it has 6 scheduled meetings a year and occasional additional meetings - as it receives the reports of monitoring inspections from firms where the work could do with improvement and makes decisions about conditions on licenses.
Read more about the work of regulation at ICAS on the website - Regulation
The candidates
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have experience of practice
- Have an understanding of the regulatory environment for members in practice
- Are members of ICAS
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and in maintaining high standards amongst the CA profession
- Have a commitment to and willingness to actively engage in the work of the Authorisation Committee
- Are able to analyse practice reports, ethical considerations and make decisions regarding standards in practice.
The role
As part of the Authorisation Committee, currently comprising of 10 members, of whom not less that one third must be lay members, the successful candidates will:
- Provide oversight and decision making regarding licencing applications
- Review and consider monitoring reports
- Share their experience and knowledge of practice
- Be willing to undertake a heavy workload
These positions are not renumerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
If interested please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to the secretary of the Authorisation Committee, Graeme Percival, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Wednesday 18 October 2024.
ICAS Audit & Risk Committee
We have one vacancy for an ICAS CA member working in industry, practice, public or third sector, with risk management and cyber security knowledge to join our Audit & Risk Committee (ARC).
The committee usually meets three times per year, with two hybrid meetings and one in-person meeting in Edinburgh.
Time commitment is three hours per meeting, plus reading time. Ad hoc shorter meetings are sometimes required as part of a working group or to meet stakeholders.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years.
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession.
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for the work of the Audit & Risk Committee.
- Have an in-depth knowledge of risk management and preferably, cyber security.
The successful candidate will be expected to share their knowledge and experience to inform and influence ARC and ultimately ICAS Council and help ICAS develop robust business practices. The successful candidate will be expected to constructively challenge information presented to ARC and actively participate in meetings.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The successful candidate will have:
Essential:
- Accounting experience, particularly in respect of financial management and financial reporting.
- Risk management experience, and preferably cyber security experience.
- Knowledge of corporate governance arrangements.
- Ability to challenge rigorously and debate constructively.
- Strong communication and inter-personal skills.
- Ability to analyse and weigh up complex information and reach a decision.
Desirable:
- Knowledge or experience of information technology or information management.
- Knowledge or experience of risk management and oversight.
- Knowledge or experience of health and safety.
- Knowledge of the higher education sector.
- Knowledge or experience of audit and auditing practices.
The role
As part of a committee, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Monitoring the integrity of the financial statements and reviewing any significant financial reporting judgements.
- Assessing, monitoring and reviewing and providing assurance to ICAS Council on risk and the risk management system including the internal control environment.
- Advising Council on the appointment of the external auditor.
- Overseeing the external audit process.
- Overseeing the internal audit process and reviewing the effectiveness of the internal auditor.
This position is voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Chris Barber, ICAS Chief Financial Officer, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Thursday 31 October 2024.
ICAS Investment Advisory Group
We have one vacancy for an ICAS CA member working in industry, practice, public or third sector, with investment knowledge to join our Investment Advisory Group (IAG).
The IAG provides independent oversight of the ICAS Investment Manager’s performance, to monitor the investments and to make recommendations to the ICAS Oversight Board for any changes to the Investment Guidance. The IAG will propose an asset allocation guide, to be approved at least annually by the Oversight Board.
IAG usually meets three times per year, with the option of further meetings should they be necessary. They are usually held as hybrid meetings, although the group may sometimes decide to meet in person.
Time commitment is one hour per meeting, plus reading time. Ad hoc shorter meetings are sometimes required as part of a working group or to meet stakeholders.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years.
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession.
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for the work of the IAG.
- Have an in-depth knowledge of investment advisory and performance.
The successful candidate will be expected to share their knowledge and experience to inform and influence the IAG, ICAS Oversight Board and ultimately, ICAS Council, and help ICAS grow its investments. The successful candidate will be expected to constructively challenge information presented to the IAG and actively participate in meetings.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The successful candidate will have:
Essential:
- Investing experience, particularly in respect of fund management strategy.
- Senior management experience.
- Knowledge of corporate governance arrangements.
- Ability to challenge rigorously and debate constructively.
- Strong communication and inter-personal skills.
- Ability to analyse and weigh up complex information and reach a decision.
Desirable:
- Knowledge or experience of information technology or information management.
- Knowledge or experience of risk management and oversight.
- Knowledge or experience of health and safety.
- Knowledge of the higher education sector.
- Knowledge or experience of audit and auditing practices.
The role
As part of a group, the successful candidates will provide oversight on:
- Performance of the funds (and benchmarking as appropriate).
- Fund management strategy and the Statement of Investment Guidance.
- Asset allocation.
- Performance reports from the fund managers and analysis of investment choices.
- Discussion with Investment Managers of economic outlook.
- Consider the periodic appointment of the fund managers and be involved in any tender exercises.
- Any compliance or risk issues arising.
These positions are voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Chris Barber, ICAS Chief Financial Officer, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Thursday 31 October 2024.
ICAS Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Committee
We have one vacancy for an ICAS CA student.
The EDI Committee helps ensure ICAS is committed to placing equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of all that we do. The committee helps ICAS to build a diverse membership and workforce that reflects and advances the communities we serve.
The committee meets three times per year, usually two are held virtually and one in-person in Edinburgh. Time commitment per year is three hours per meeting, plus reading time. Ad hoc shorter meetings are sometimes required as part of a working group or to meet stakeholders.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years.
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for the work of the EDI Committee.
- Would like to build their knowledge of EDI.
- Would like to gain practical experience of being on a committee.
- Have a lived experience of being part of a social minority group.
- Are able to consider, scrutinise and feedback on EDI plans.
- Are studying towards the ICAS CA qualification.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
As part of a committee of ten CA members, one non-CA member called a ‘public interest member’, and four ICAS colleague members, the successful candidates will:
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights.
- Help identify work priorities for the committee.
- Ensure ICAS continues to deliver on EDI priorities against the agreed work plan.
- Act as an advocate in helping to promote ICAS’ EDI work.
This is a voluntary position and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Laura Butcher, Director of Engagement and Brand at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 28 October 2024.
ICAS Public Sector Panel
We have three vacancies for ICAS members and one for a non-CA.
Role of the Public Sector Panel
The Public Sector Panel represents ICAS members working in or for the public sector. It is a senior group comprising of members from across the public sector, including finance practitioners, directors, non-executives, auditors and advisors. Their work experiences range across central government, the NHS and local government, both in practice and in public bodies.
Members provide expert input on public sector issues, inform ICAS work priorities on public sector topics and contribute to the ICAS voice. Work includes contributing to consultations and inquiries, points of view, developing guidance and representing ICAS
Our areas of focus are public sector financial and corporate reporting, financial management, audit, governance and the public finances. We offer an independent perspective and promote the principles of accountability and transparency.
The panel meets two or three times per year, either hybrid or in-person in Edinburgh. Time commitment per year is one to two hours per meeting, plus reading time. Ad hoc meetings may also be required as part of a working group, contribute to consultation responses or to meet stakeholders.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years.
Read more about the work of the Public Sector Panel and its members.
The candidates
We are looking for applicants who:
- An interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession
- A commitment and enthusiasm for:
- the work of the Public Sector Panel; and
- sharing experience and good practice to promote good practice and promote positive change for members and the wider public sector.
- An interest in promoting trust in the profession, robust financial management and sound public finances; with an interest in influencing future standards, regulations and relevant public policy (including parliamentary inquiries) to reflect members views and the public interest.
- In-depth knowledge of public sector topics relevant to our profession, such as accounting, reporting, audit, governance, finances, general advisory or wider public sector policy which may have an impact on our profession or is a matter of public interest.
- The ability to consider/assess/scrutinise proposed regulations, standards and to share cross-lateral experience to promote good practice and better regulation.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
As part of a panel, the successful candidates will:
- Share their experience, knowledge, good practice and insights from their work within or for public sector bodies.
- Help identify work priorities for the panel.
- Advise on the key issues in the public sector where ICAS can have a constructive say or positive influence.
- Contribute to panel discussions and working groups; and help ensure ICAS publications and statements are of a high standard and reflect members views.
These positions are voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Alice Telfer, Head of Business Policy and Public Sector by email to: atelfer@icas.com by 17.00 on Thursday 7 November 2024.
ICAS Investigation Committee
We have two vacancies for an ICAS CA member and one vacancy for a non-member.
The role of the Investigation Committee
The role of the Investigation Committee is to investigate complaints made against CA members, firms, CA students, or affiliates, to determine if the complaint should be upheld and whether a disciplinary sanction should be applied. All complaints are investigated in accordance with ICAS Rules, Regulations, internal protocols and applicable KPIs.
The Committee deals with a broad range of complaints, including allegations of misconduct and/or ethical concerns, together with a wide spectrum of technical concerns. The Committee is split evenly between CAs and non-members (lay members) and is supported by a team of chartered accountants and solicitors employed by ICAS.
The Committee meets four times a year in-person in Edinburgh. In addition, you are expected to sit on sub-committees, appointed to give more detailed consideration to individual complaints. These sub-committees are formed as and when required. The sub-committee meetings will be a mixture of in-person and hybrid meetings and will involve advance reading time.
Appointments are for an initial three-year term and may be renewed for a further three years. Read more about the work of the Investigation Committee here.
The candidates
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for the work of the Investigation Committee
- Have an interest in regulation and maintaining high standards of conduct and competence
- Are good communicators, and who have strong analytical and investigative skills
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
As part of a committee of eight CA members and eight lay members, the successful candidates will:
- Help identify work priorities for the Investigation Committee
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights
- Collaborate with other committee members to make informed decisions
- Uphold the principles of fairness, integrity and confidentiality
- Play a crucial role in upholding the integrity and reputation of ICAS
- Make a meaningful impact on the accounting profession
The CA member positions are voluntary and not remunerated. However, reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings. The non-member position attracts a remuneration of £100 per meeting and reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Laura Spowart, Director of Investigations at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 14 October 2024.
ICAS Highlands Area Network Committee Chair
We have one vacancy for an ICAS CA member to become Chair of the Highlands Area Network Committee.
The Highlands Area Network Committee works with ICAS Members’ Board to help increase member engagement within the Highlands, connecting with ICAS members and students and encouraging them to engage with ICAS. There is a particular focus on building relationships with ICAS students and newly qualified members and establishing lifelong engagement with ICAS. The committee also helps communicate key ICAS initiatives to members based in the Highlands and provides feedback to ICAS Members’ Board from local members and students.
The Chair in particular plays a key role, not only in leading and directing committee contact between local ICAS members and students, but also in acting as an ambassador for ICAS initiatives. The Chair attends local ICAS events, helps to ensure that mandatory positions on the committee are filled with suitable candidates, and will endeavour to help source individuals from within the region to join the Area Network Committee and other ICAS Boards/panels.
The committee meets quarterly, usually online via Teams, and occasionally in person. The time commitment for this is 1 – 1.5 hours per committee meeting, plus attendance at several local ICAS events, where available. In addition to this, the chair attends an Area Network Chairs’ Forum each year, which is approximately 1.5 hours in length.
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession.
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for growing and supporting the network of CAs in the Highlands.
- Are inclusive, innovative and could bring a fresh perspective.
- Can confidently chair a meeting of around 10 - 15 CA members.
- Can take accountability and have strong leadership skills.
To ensure that the composition of the committee reflects the diversity of changing membership demographics we are looking for members from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
As the chair of the Highlands Area Network Committee of CA members, the successful candidate will:
- Confidently chair and set an agenda for a meeting.
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights.
- Help identify priorities for the committee.
- Gain a better understanding of the different perspectives of ICAS members and be able to provide feedback from your local area.
- Attend local ICAS events and promote and publicise ICAS initiatives and events to members and students through your own channels and network.
- Play an active role in shaping the future of both ICAS and the CA profession.
The position is voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Ashley Gibb, Senior Engagement Manager, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 14 October 2024.
ICAS Scotland West Area Network Committee Chair
We have one vacancy for an ICAS CA member to become Chair of the Scotland West Area Network Committee.
The Scotland West Area Network Committee works with ICAS Members’ Board to help increase member engagement within the West of Scotland, connecting with ICAS members and students and encouraging them to engage with ICAS. There is a particular focus on building relationships with ICAS students and newly qualified members and establishing lifelong engagement with ICAS. The committee also helps communicate key ICAS initiatives to members based in the West of Scotland and provides feedback to ICAS Members’ Board from local members and students.
The Chair in particular plays a key role, not only in leading and directing committee contact between local ICAS members and students, but also in acting as an ambassador for ICAS initiatives. The Chair attends local ICAS events, helps to ensure that mandatory positions on the committee are filled with suitable candidates, and will endeavour to help source individuals from within the region to join the Area Network Committee and other ICAS Boards/panels.
The committee meets quarterly, usually online via Teams, and occasionally in person. The time commitment for this is 1 – 1.5 hours per committee meeting, plus attendance at several local ICAS events, where available. In addition to this, the chair attends an Area Network Chairs’ Forum each year, which is approximately 1.5 hours in length.
The candidate
We are looking for applicants who:
- Have an interest in ‘giving back’ to ICAS and the CA profession.
- Have a commitment to and enthusiasm for growing and supporting the network of CAs in the Scotland West area.
- Are inclusive, innovative and could bring a fresh perspective.
- Can confidently chair a meeting of around 10 - 15 CA members.
- Can take accountability and have strong leadership skills.
To ensure that the composition of the committee reflects the diversity of changing membership demographics we are looking for members from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse people and other minority groups.
The role
As the chair of the Scotland West Area Network Committee of CA members, the successful candidate will:
- Confidently chair and set an agenda for a meeting.
- Share experience, knowledge, good practice and insights.
- Help identify priorities for the committee.
- Gain a better understanding of the different perspectives of ICAS members and be able to provide feedback from your local area.
- Attend local ICAS events and promote and publicise ICAS initiatives and events to members and students through your own channels and network.
- Play an active role in shaping the future of both ICAS and the CA profession.
The position is voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable travel expenses will be paid for any in-person meetings.
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you would like to apply and your suitability for the role to Ashley Gibb, Senior Engagement Manager, at connect@icas.com by 17.00 on Monday 14 October 2024.
Hear from our volunteers
Being on Members Board has given me an opportunity to influence ICAS’ priorities, contribute my own ideas and have a direct influence on the experiences of the entire ICAS membership.
Sobhan Afzal CA
Serving on the ICAS Council, chairing the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee and being a member of the Audit & Risk Committee has been personally and professionally rewarding. It offers a unique chance to contribute, make a lasting impact, and witness the power of collective expertise.
Tracey Rob Perera CA
“Being part of the ICAS EDI Committee has provided me with a fantastic opportunity to influence ICAS policy in this important area, contribute with my own lived experiences and hopefully have a positive and direct impact on the experience of future cohorts undertaking the ICAS journey, as well as established members.”
Ronnie Jamieson CA
Learn more about the various ICAS boards and committees
Other ways to get involved:
- Connect with your local ICAS Area Network
- Volunteer with a charity
- Peer-to-peer mentoring
- Assist the ICAS Foundation
Get involved with your ICAS Area Network
The over 23,000 members of ICAS form an international business community that spans industries and continents, so you’re never far from a CA connection. Our local Area Networks and international communities are just one of the many ways we foster those bonds between our members.
The Area Networks act as local links between CAs and ICAS. By getting involved you’ll play a key role in representing members’ views as the Area Networks provide a platform for delivering feedback direct to those at the helm of the profession. You’ll support in communicating key initiatives and provide insight into a calendar of events.
Get involved as a charity volunteer
Getting involved with a charity, by providing your accounting, business or management services on a pro-bono basis, is an additional way for ICAS members to make great use of their qualification and experience. Not only will you be making a positive difference and giving back to wider society, you’ll be widening and strengthening your portfolio of expertise and your professional network.
Get involved as a mentor
Getting involved as a mentor allows you to play a hugely important role in the life and career development of the mentee you help. Mentoring involves motivating and empowering someone to overcome their obstacles, meet their challenges and turn ambition into success. Not only can the process be personally rewarding, professionally it can widen your network and introduce you to new challenges and working methods.
Get involved with the ICAS Foundation
The ICAS Foundation is a charitable organisation that aims to support academically talented young people from disadvantaged communities into university through the provision of mentoring and financial assistance. (links to http://www.icasfoundation.org.uk)
Getting involved with the Foundation usually involves volunteering as a mentor. You’d be working with a high-school student or undergraduate who wants to study accounting or finance. Just as with mentoring peers through CA Connect, mentoring with the ICAS Foundation can be a highly rewarding experience, and help shape the next generation of Chartered Accountants.
