Board member responsibilities treasurer

A Treasurer is typically charged with overseeing the management and reporting of an organization’s finances. Generally, as with other officer positions, the specific duties of the Treasurer are stated in an organization’s bylaws.

Since an organization’s financial management is directly tied to the Treasurer’s responsibilities, the Treasurer’s execution of her responsibilities will have a strong impact on the public’s perception, trust, and assurance in the nonprofit as a whole.

With this in mind, organizations should seek Treasurers with desirable skills such as financial literacy, attention to detail, timeliness in completing tasks, clear and accurate record keeping, and a willingness to ask questions.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Treasurer

Typically, the Treasurer’s duties include the following:

Financial management and/or oversight.

A Treasurer may manage or oversee the management of the financial affairs of the organization, often including such basic tasks as se