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Learn more24 November 2025
An opportunity to apply for the role of Treasurer within the Swan Trust SCIO offers an exciting challenge to someone with an interest in maritime heritage and a background in accounting or project management.
The Swan Trust SCIO board is seeking to appoint a new Trustee with specific skills and experience in accounting and budget management to act as Treasurer for the Trust.
This is a highly responsible position, overseeing an average turnover of around £130,000 annually.
A handover period will be managed for the role with the current Treasurer who will remain in position as a Trustee. Additional support is provided from paid administrative staff and the Operations Manager. The Treasurer is not responsible for processing daily financial transactions, and input would generally be around 6-10 hours per month. Additional time would be required at year end to oversee the completion of annual accounts (by an independent accountant) and preparation and presentation of annual budgets to other Trustees.
This is not a paid role, though any expenses incurred may be claimed through the formal claims procedure.
A detailed job description can be downloaded HERE.
Applications for the Treasurer Trustee role can be downloaded HERE or requested from [email protected].
Closing date for applications is Friday 19th December 2025.
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