Job Description

Role Overview

The Volunteer Board Treasurer serves as the board’s financial leader, ensuring WSUA maintains strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and responsible budgeting as the organization grows. This is a strategic oversight role with high impact and low administrative burden.

Key Responsibilities

• Review monthly financial statements, cash‑flow projections, and budget‑to‑actuals.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and present financial updates at board meetings.
• Oversee compliance with nonprofit financial standards and support preparation of Form 990.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and documentation practices.
• Provide financial guidance for grants, donor reporting, and restricted funds.
• Advise on long‑term sustainability planning as WSUA expands humanitarian programs.

Qualifications

• CPA, active or inactive, or equivalent professional experience in accounting, auditing, or nonprofit finance.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and nonprofit financial reporting.
• Ability to translate financial information clearly for a diverse board.
• Commitment to ethical stewardship and transparent governance.
• Prior board experience is welcome but not required.

Eligibility Requirement

Because this is a fiduciary governance role involving U.S. banking, compliance, and financial oversight, applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 4–6 hours per month.
• Quarterly board meetings (virtual).
• Occasional brief check‑ins during budgeting or reporting cycles.

Location

Remote within the United States. WSUA is headquartered in Washington State.

Commitment Type

Volunteer, governance role (unpaid).

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