Make a difference: search volunteering opportunities for CAs
Volunteering opportunities for CAs
ICAS fully supports members taking on voluntary roles, and if you are interested in using your skills and expertise to make a difference we have a range of volunteering opportunities for you to support.
Accountants can play a key role in making sure groups are able to raise funds, plan business strategy, and can work with bodies to ensure the smooth running of not-for-profit organisations.
Taking on a voluntary role can be a great opportunity for CAs to use their experience and skills to make a positive difference, and many finance professionals who volunteer claim giving back is one of the main perks of the role.
A list of non-profit organisations currently accepting vacancies are listed below - we hope you feel inspired to volunteer.
We also encourage non-members from the accounting and finance community to take up these opportunities.
Guidance and CPD
Members who are looking to get involved in volunteering for a charity should ensure that they keep up-to-date with charity sector developments relevant to their role, which will comply with ICAS CPD requirements. For members acting as volunteer independent examiners, ICAS has issued additional Scottish charities guidance for CAs for you.
Advertise a voluntary position with us
If you're a charity or a voluntary organisation looking for a CA, and would like to place a vacancy advertisement on our website, please complete our submissions form.
Available volunteering opportunities:
Trustee, The Scottish Chartered Accountants Benevolent Association (SCABA)
- Employer: SCABA
- Contact: Caroline Christie CA, 07722 932120
- Location: Edinburgh
About the Employer
The Scottish Chartered Accountants’ Benevolent Association (SCABA) is a charity which supports CAs, their dependants and prospective CAs who are in need. This can be for a variety of reasons such as ill health, redundancy, debt, re-training etc. We help by providing grants, loans, benefits advice and support visits.
About the Vacancy
We are looking for fellow CAs to join our current team of Trustees to support the continuous development of SCABA. It is a rewarding organisation to be part of and by volunteering with us you can make a real difference to the lives of those we support.
Skills and experience
All applicants must have strong interpersonal skills, possess the ability to work constructively as part of a team and be passionate about making a difference to people’s lives.
Time commitment
The time commitment is for 4 meetings a year which are held during the day at ICAS offices in Haymarket Yards, Edinburgh.
Expressions of interest
If you are interested in becoming a Trustee then please contact Caroline Christie CA, Charity Administrator or call 07722 932120.
Non Executive Director/Trustee, Leuchie House
- Employer: Leuchie House
- Contact: Mark Bevan, CEO, (01620) 892864
- Location: North Berwick
- Closing date for applications: 27 March 2020
- Apply now
About the Employer
Leuchie House is a unique, independent charity which employs 80 people and raises £1M in fees from guests and £1M in fundraised income each year. We provide 4000 nights of respite to 300 people with neurological conditions such as MS and MND annually. For some Leuchie is a great, health-improving short break, for others, a lifeline.
About the Vacancy
Leuchie seeks a Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee to replace the founding Treasurer. With significant ambition to do more for more people, a secure business model and the talent to innovate in the social care sector we seek a creative and enthusiastic Treasurer. Well supported by a CEO and FD you will be enthusiastic to grow the impact of our service. We are particularly keen to welcome and support talented people who may not be from groups typically represented on Boards.
Time commitment
This role requires availability for 8 meetings of 2 hours per annum.
Expressions of interest
Please send cover letter and CV to Mark Bevan, who is happy to have an informal discussion in advance of sending.
Non Executive Director, Ore Catapult
- Employer: Ore Catapult
- Contact: Sarah Maguire
- Location: Glasgow
- Closing date for applications: Ongoing
- Apply now
About the employer
Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult is one of a network of world-leading centres designed to transform the UK's capability for innovation in specific areas and help drive future economic growth.
The vision for ORE Catapult is to be the world's leading offshore renewables technology centre. ORE Catapult's mission is to accelerate the creation and growth of UK companies in the offshore renewable energy sector and add substantial GVA to the UK economy.
About the vacancy
ORE Catapult is seeking a Non-Executive Director for an initial term of three years which may be extended for a second term. The duties as a Non-Executive Director will vary but will include as a minimum:
a)attendance and participation at Company meetings, either in person or remotely via electronic link;
b)service on the Company's Sub Committees as directed from time to time;
c) participation in ad-hoc discussions between the Board and other employees of the Company and individuals as agreed from time to time; and
d)promoting, protecting, developing and extending the business of the Company.
We are looking for experienced Board Members who are strategic, innovative and understanding of sector. We are keen to speak to candidates from a Finance and Accountancy background as we are looking to appoint the role as Vice-Chair of the Audit Committee, therefore a recognised accountancy qualification and background in the finance and accountancy space is essential.
The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult appreciates the value of diversity in the workforce and would welcome applications from the broadest range of candidates.
Time commitment
In terms of time commitment for the role: There are 4-5 board meetings and 2 strategy meetings per year. There are typically 3 Audit committee meetings per year.
Apply
For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Debbie Shields or Donogh O'Brien on 0141 212 7555.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and CV at the link above. You should receive an automatic acknowledgement - if you do not receive this, please contact Sarah Maguire on 0141 212 7555.
To express an interest in this position please send your CV to Sarah Maguire
Trustee, Dachaidh Community Support
- Employer: Dachaidh Community Support
- Contact: Bob Shorter, chair, 01479 851344
- Location: Kingussie and Environs, south of Inverness
- Closing date for applications: ongoing
- Apply now
About the employer
Dachaidh provides support for those with dementia who wish to remain at home. All clients are referred to us by NHS Highland's Community Health Team.
We have 3 staff, funding to date of approx £50k pa from NHS-H which covers around 90% of our costs, and 3 years of funding from the Lottery. We are scrutinised by NHS-H, Lottery, OSCR and the Care Inspectorate.
Dachaidh is highly regarded in Badenoch and Strathspey.
About the vacancy
We are always looking for new trustees and at present someone with a background as a company secretary or in accountancy would be very useful. We have assistance with our accounting from Voluntary Action Badenoch and Strathspey.
Time commitment
The Board meets quarterly and each trustees is allocated a responsibility e.g. finance, policies, supervision etc. Otherwise we deal with as much as possible between Board meetings by email.
Apply
Please contact Bob Shorter 01479 851344 or by email. Dachaidh have no website so the link given is to the Care Inspectorate
Treasurer, MS Therapy Centre Lothian
- Employer: MS Therapy Centre Lothian
- Contact: Carole Macartney
administrator@mstc-lothian.org.uk
0131 554 5384 - Location: Edinburgh
- Apply Now
About the Employer
MS Therapy Centre Lothian are a well-established Lothian-wide charity which empowers person-centred self-management support for people living with many different long-term health conditions in a community-based health and wellbeing Centre. We offer continuity of support through a range of specialist services (including physiotherapy), practical activities, oxygen therapy, alternative therapies, information and advice.
About the Vacancy
To oversee the charity’s financial strategy, planning, systems, controls and procedures, to ensure that it is financially sustainable to achieve its mission, vision and objectives.
To provide regular updates to the Board, about the financial health of the organisation, as well as highlighting any financial considerations that need to be considered during decision-making, ensuring the Board is aware of its financial responsibilities.