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Supports the Treasurer in overseeing the charity’s financial governance, sustainability, and accountability. Acts as deputy to the Treasurer and provides continuity when the Treasurer is unavailable. Financial awareness or accounting experience, ability to understand financial reports, attention to detail, sound judgement, integrity, confidence to ask questions, and commitment to the charity’s mission and animal welfare.

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Start Date: 13th April 2026
End Date: 13th April 2029
Volunteer: Monthly
Availability: Monday AM, Monday PM, Monday Evening, Tuesday AM, Tuesday PM, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday AM, Wednesday PM, Wednesday Evening, Thursday AM, Thursday PM, Thursday Evening, Friday AM, Friday PM, Friday Evening, Saturday AM, Saturday PM
Tasks: • Support the Treasurer in monitoring the charity’s financial position and performance
• Assist with reviewing management accounts, budgets, cash flow, and financial reports
• Help ensure appropriate financial controls, processes, and reporting are in place
• Deputise for the Treasurer at board meetings when required
• Support the preparation of annual accounts, audits, and regulatory returns
• Provide challenge and assurance on financial decisions, risks, and value for money
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and longer-term financial planning
• Support fundraising and income generation discussions from a financial perspective
• Promote good stewardship of charity funds and resources
Training: Charity induction, access to ICAEW Trustee training.
Requirements: Relevant qualification or training, Own vehicle required, Driving license
Interests: Animals, Finance, Retail
Suitability: 18 and over
Activities: Accountancy, Administration, Financial control, IT, Trusteeship
DBS Check: Yes
Are Volunteer Expenses Reimbursed?: Yes
Accessibility: The volunteering location is not accessible

About Pennine Pen Animal Rescue CIO

Our current Rescue Centre Manager Michael Waugh established Pennine Pen Animal Rescue in 2001 where he operated from a small terrace dwelling in Hathershaw rescuing dogs and cats. Initially there was only space to house a small number of animals and the front of the property became a charity shop. By 2009, Pennine Pen Animal Rescue had outgrown the terrace dwelling and took the bold step of purchasing its own property on Honeywell Lane, Oldham. It was from this location that the Rescue Centre was formally established and where it still operates from to this day. The organisation has gone from strength to strength over the years and we are exceptionally proud of everything we have achieved. The Rescue premises have gradually been modernised to ensure that the animals benefit from the best facilities possible while they are in our care. The Charity also operates a number of shops in different locations across Oldham and the funds raised from the sale of donated items are our lifeline to keeping the Rescue Centre operational. Pennine Pen Animal Rescue is registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, protecting the interests of the organisation for future years. However, none of this would ever have been possible without the dedication and commitment of our staff and volunteers and the fantastic support and generosity of our funders and the general public.

Charity Number 1170490

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