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:
Chair of Audit & Risk Committee, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
- Employer: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
- Contact: Kenneth Osborne, +44 (0)7515985464
- Location: Glasgow
- Deadline: 07 May 2021
About the Employer
Founded in 1599, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is the only multidisciplinary Royal College in the UK and home to over 15,000 physicians, surgeons, dental surgeons and specialists in the fields of travel medicine and podiatric medicine.
The College is a worldwide community of inspiring health professionals working together to advance the profession and improve patient care. Together we're a force for good, determined to make a positive difference, and passionate about speaking up for the profession.
Our community is made up of the expertise and experience of our 15,000+ outstanding, hardworking members, supported by over 100 College staff. Together, our clinicians, all of whom give their time freely to the work of the College, and staff are committed to providing an innovative, relevant and inspiring programme of activity across the College, with the ultimate aim of enhancing patient safety.
With care and compassion at our core, our work is guided by our values of inclusivity, integrity, community, innovation, and inspiring, and we are committed to living these values and behaviours through the way we work and interact with each other.
About the Vacancy
The Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee will work closely with College's President, Honorary Registrar, CEO and Finance Director to ensure the Committee supports the College Executive Board and CEO by reviewing the comprehensiveness and reliability of assurances on the adequacy of the College's risk management processes, internal control environment, governance arrangements, and the integrity of the College's Annual Report and Financial Statements.
The Chair of this Committee will also be a Trustee of the College and a member of College's Executive Board.
This role is non-remunerated. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
Time commitment
The Chair will be required to attend a minimum of four Audit & Risk Committee meetings and six Executive Board meetings each year. The Chair may be invited to attend one or more meetings of College's Finance & Investment Committee each year, where financial risk matters or where College's external audit is being considered.
Additional ad hoc meetings are also likely to be required.
The Chair of the Committee will be for a maximum of two three-year terms.
For an in-confidence conversation regarding the role, please contact Dr Steve Graham, CEO at liz.mitchell@rcpsg.ac.uk.
CVs should be submitted to Kenneth Osborne, Finance Director, at kenneth.osborne@rcpsg.ac.uk by Friday 7th May 2021.
Interviews will be held 21st May, with appointment made shortly thereafter.
Chair of Finance & Investment Committee, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
- Employer: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
- Contact: Kenneth Osborne, +44 (0)7515985464
- Location: Glasgow
- Deadline: 07 May 2021
About the Employer
Founded in 1599, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is the only multidisciplinary Royal College in the UK and home to over 15,000 physicians, surgeons, dental surgeons and specialists in the fields of travel medicine and podiatric medicine.
The College is a worldwide community of inspiring health professionals working together to advance the profession and improve patient care. Together we're a force for good, determined to make a positive difference, and passionate about speaking up for the profession.
Our community is made up of the expertise and experience of our 15,000+ outstanding, hardworking members, supported by over 100 College staff. Together, our clinicians, all of whom give their time freely to the work of the College, and staff are committed to providing an innovative, relevant and inspiring programme of activity across the College, with the ultimate aim of enhancing patient safety.
With care and compassion at our core, our work is guided by our values of inclusivity, integrity, community, innovation, and inspiring, and we are committed to living these values and behaviours through the way we work and interact with each other.
About the Vacancy
The Chair of the Finance & Investment Committee will work closely with College's President, Treasurer, CEO and Finance Director to ensure the Committee supports the College Executive Board and the CEO by reviewing and making recommendations on financial plans and financial performance, staff remuneration policy, investment policy and strategy, and implementation of College's investment strategy with the assistance of the College's Investment Advisors.
The Chair will be a Trustee of College and member of College's Executive Board.
Time commitment
The Chair will be required to attend a minimum of four Finance & Investment Committee meetings and six Executive Board meetings each year. The Chair may be invited to attend one or more meetings of College's Audit & Risk Committee each year, where financial risk matters or where College's external audit is being considered.
Additional ad hoc meetings are also likely to be required.
The Chair of the Committee will be for a maximum of two three-year terms.
For an in-confidence conversation regarding the role, please contact Dr Steve Graham, CEO at liz.mitchell@rcpsg.ac.uk.
CVs should be submitted to Kenneth Osborne, Finance Director, at kenneth.osborne@rcpsg.ac.uk by Friday 7 May 2021.
Board member/Trustee, Erskine
- Employer: Erskine
- Contact: Andrew Cowan, Co. Secy., + 44 (0)7801628998
- Location: Erskine, Bishopton, Renfrewshire
- Closing date: 31/05/2021
About the Employer
Erskine provides support for veterans at its four care homes (339 beds), 44 cottages, 5 assisted living apartments, Activity Centre and 24 transitional support apartments designed to support veterans moving from life in the services to employment in the private sector.
About the Vacancy
The vacancy is for a CA to work as a trustee of the charity and sit on either the Audit Committee or on the Finance and Performance Committee.
Time commitment
About nine meetings a year lasting two to three hours and attendance at other Erskine events as the time of the candidate permits.
How to apply
By completion and submission of an application to the Company Secretary.. Candidates may wish initially to speak with the Company Secretary or with the Chairman (Robin Crawford CA, 07770 841897)
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.
Treasurer and Trustee, The Cockburn Association
- Employer: The Cockburn Association
- Contact: Robin Mair, +44 7766646191
- Location: Edinburgh
- Closing date for applications: 31/05/2021
About the Employer
The Cockburn Association is a registered charity and was founded in 1875. It's one of the UK's oldest civic trusts and exists to promote and encourage (a) the maintenance and improvement of the amenity of Edinburgh and its neighbourhood (b) the protection and preservation of the City's landscape and historic and architectural heritage.
About the Vacancy
The Treasurer is a council member and elected trustee of the Cockburn Association whose overall role is to:-
- Maintain an overview of the Association's financial affairs, ensure its financial viability and that proper financial records and procedures are in place and maintained.
- Support the Director and Chair through the provision of financial advice and other help when required.
- Be a member of the Association's Management and Finance Committee and to contribute to financial and non financial activities as appropriate.
- Chair the Association's Investment Committee
Time commitment
Attending 6 Council and 6 Management and Finance Meetings pa., normally held in the evening at 5 30 and lasting 2 hours. Chairing 2 Investment Committee meetings pa. Attending the AGM and presenting a Finance Report. Receiving a debrief from the Director following his monthly finance meeting with the Association's part time book keeper. Advising the Chair and Director on financial issues as and when required. All adding up to a few hours per month.
Expressions of interest
Please drop Robin Mair, an e mail at the above address or give me a call on the above mobile number
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.