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 CA Scottish charity Guidance 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)

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.

Board member/Trustee, Link Community Development International

  • Employer: Link Community Development International
  • Contact: Fiona Greig, 0131 225 3076
  • Location: Edinburgh
  • Closing date for applications: 29 November 2019
  • Apply now

    • About the employer

    Link Community Development International is a successful charity whose aim is to improve the quality of education for some of Africa most marginalised children. With projects in Ethiopia, Malawi, Uganda and, Rwanda, Link works directly with governments, communities and schools by providing support and training for more effective teaching, improved school management and increased community engagement.

    Link's approach combines innovation with proven methodologies to reach the most vulnerable and marginalised communities. We are committed to delivering programmes which have a high impact and provide value for money.

    Based on the evidence that our programmes deliver outstanding results the demand for Link's work is growing and we expect to increase our turnover and the number of countries in which we operate in the next few years.

    About the vacancy

    We are looking for a someone with financial expertise to join our Board as a trustee and to sit on our Finance and Risk Committee.

    Time commitment

    The Board meets quarterly as does the Finance and Risk Committee, typically ten days before Board meetings.

    Apply

    Please send a CV and covering letter to link@lcd.org.uk

Trustee, Screen Education Edinburgh

About the Employer

Screen Education Edinburgh is a charity dedicated to transforming lives through the medium of film, with a special focus on the most disadvantaged communities, teaching filmmaking and digital media skills.

About the Vacancy

The board of SEE is currently looking for a trustee who could fulfill the role of treasurer.

The Treasurer will lead on governance activities relating to SEE accounts (on behalf of the Board) and will also work closely with the team at SEE to ensure adherence to best practice and compliance with OSCR guidance.

Time commitment

Board meetings are currently quarterly and there will be time needed between meetings to liaise with SEE staff to produce management accounts and the annual report.

Expressions of interest

Please email a covering letter and CV to Julianne Reddin

We will then get in touch to arrange a time for an informal chat with representatives of the board so that you can learn more about the role and the organisation. Board members will then recommend candidates for the role to the full board.

Trustee, The Jean Armour Burns Trust

  • Employer: The Jean Armour Burns Trust
  • Contact: Robert L Stevenson
  • Location: Glasgow
  • Closing date for applications: Ongoing
  • Apply now

    • About the employer

    As an organisation, we are committed to help spread the words of Scotland’s National Bard by funding events and projects which celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns.

    We support a range of organisations from Burns Clubs through schools to Universities Including The Glasgow and District Burns Association, Schools who cater for pupils with special needs, Colleges, Royal Conservatoire, Scottish Opera and The University of Glasgow.

    About the vacancy

    We are seeking to recruit a Trustee with the skill set to take up the role of Treasurer

  • Quarterly cash book report.
  • Update our cash book and prepare on income and expenditure for our accountants annually

    • As with all the Trustees this is a voluntary position.

    You will receive training and will be expected to attend some of the events and projects which we have sponsored.

    Time commitment

    We meet quarterly to review the funding policy of our fund managers and consider applications for funding.

    Apply

    To express an interest in this position please send your CV to Robert L Stevenson, Chairman.

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

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