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British Society for Rheumatology

To chair and document the annual Audit Committee following BSR's annual financial audit. * To support the Board of Trustees and SMT in meeting its strategic responsibility for BSR's financial ...

GDIT

Committee Operations Lead

WV · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate with committee chairs and leadership to ensure accurate tracking of activities, timely ... Maintain thorough documentation for policy audits and regulatory reporting. * Analyze quantitative ...

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RealManage

Onsite HOA Experienced General Manager (Cape Royale)

TX · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work closely with Committee Chairs on audits, purchases, work orders, contract signing, and saving files in appropriate locations, overseeing payment to vendors on time and with the Committee Chair ...

ALERO FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION

Internal Auditor

Elgin, IL · On-site

$67K - $83K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Internal Audit Execution & Oversight * Execute a risk-based internal audit program, including ... Act as a key partner to the Supervisory Committee Chair and Committee members, ensuring they are ...

ALERO FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION

Internal Auditor

Elgin, IL · On-site

$67K - $83K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Internal Audit Execution & Oversight * Execute a risk-based internal audit program, including ... Act as a key partner to the Supervisory Committee Chair and Committee members, ensuring they are ...

southu

Department Chair, Physician Assistant

Savannah, GA

$93K - $126K/yr

Convene a collective PD committee bi-weekly to review admissions, curriculum, accreditation updates ... Ensure and audit implementation of appropriate and correct departmental course syllabi, course ...

southu

Department Chair, Physician Assistant

Savannah, GA

$93K - $126K/yr

Convene a collective PD committee bi-weekly to review admissions, curriculum, accreditation updates ... Ensure and audit implementation of appropriate and correct departmental course syllabi, course ...

University of Florida

LECTURER

Gainesville, FL · On-site

Education/Training/Instructional Design, Legal/Audit Services/Compliance Department: 24010300 - LW ... Appointments Committee's chair Professor Bill Hamilton at hamiltonw@law.ufl.edu. Application ...

Beam Therapeutics

Vice President, Compliance

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$137K - $184K/yr

Serve as Chair of the Beam Compliance Committee and as Data Privacy Officer. * Provide regular updates on the Compliance Program to executive leadership and the Audit Committee of the Board of ...

Jackson State University

Research Compliance Officer

Jackson, MS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work closely with the IACUC and IBC committee chair, and the Veterinarian to implement committee ... Review and conduct audit resolution follow up, if necessary, on Single Audit. * Assist the HAZMAT ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for audit committee chair in the United States is $138,997.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $162,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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One of the primary challenges for an Audit Committee Chair is balancing the need for thorough oversight with the ability to foster open communication among management, auditors, and committee members. The role requires staying updated on evolving regulatory requirements and accounting standards, which can be complex and time-consuming. Additionally, the Chair must ensure the independence and effectiveness of both internal and external auditors, while also navigating potential conflicts of interest. Building consensus within the committee and maintaining a strong ethical culture are essential for effective governance and risk management.

What is an audit committee chair?

An Audit Committee Chair is a senior member of a company's board of directors who leads the audit committee, which oversees financial reporting, risk management, and internal controls. This individual is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial statements, liaising with external auditors, and guiding the committee in monitoring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The Chair works closely with management and auditors to address any issues that arise and reports findings to the full board, playing a critical role in maintaining transparency and accountability within the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an audit committee chair?

To thrive as an Audit Committee Chair, you need deep expertise in accounting, finance, and corporate governance, usually supported by a CPA or similar professional designation and significant board experience. Familiarity with financial reporting frameworks, internal control systems, and audit software is essential for overseeing compliance and risk management. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are critical to facilitate discussions and build consensus among committee members. These skills ensure the committee can provide effective oversight, enhance transparency, and protect the organization's integrity.

What is the difference between Audit Committee Chair vs Financial Controller?

AspectAudit Committee ChairFinancial Controller
Primary RoleOversees audit processes, ensures financial reporting integrity, liaises with auditorsManages daily accounting operations, prepares financial statements, maintains internal controls
Required CredentialsCPA or equivalent, financial expertise, governance knowledgeCPA or equivalent, accounting background, management experience
Work EnvironmentBoardroom, governance meetings, strategic oversightFinance department, accounting teams, internal reporting
Industry UsageCommon in corporate governance, publicly traded companiesStandard in finance departments across industries

The Audit Committee Chair focuses on overseeing audit processes and ensuring financial transparency at the governance level, often working closely with the board. The Financial Controller manages daily accounting operations and internal financial reporting. While both roles require similar credentials, their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly, with the Chair emphasizing oversight and governance, and the Controller handling operational finance tasks.

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Honorary Treasurer (Trustee)

British Society for Rheumatology

On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

We are the UK's leading specialist medical society for rheumatology and musculoskeletal professionals. We support our members throughout their careers, allowing them to progress, collaborate and innovate so they can deliver the best care for their patients, improving the lives of children and adults with rheumatic and musculoskeletal disease. 
 
 
Our vision, mission and values 
 
Vision 
People with rheumatic conditions across the lifespan receive the highest quality outcomes and live well. 
 
Mission 
To champion the specialty, influencing change and building a thriving community of best practice. 
 
Values 
The values which guide our approach are: 
  • Celebratory - we celebrate the achievements in rheumatology 
  • Inclusive - we support everyone in the rheumatology community  
  • Sustainable - we work to reduce the impact of our activities on the environment  
  • Leading - we use our profile to drive change and support those working in the specialty  
  • Collaborative - we always seek to work with others to have a greater impact  
 You can read about our current 5 year strategy here: https://www.rheumatology.org.uk/about-bsr/vision-mission-and-values 
 
Who might be interested in this opportunity 
To be our new Honorary Treasurer, experience in strategic level finance is needed, but you might not have a finance qualification. This would be an exciting role for someone looking for an opportunity to support an organisation diversify their income streams and build on the strong financial foundations already in place. You don't need to have previous experience as a Trustee as we'll provide a full induction and training, and we have experienced Trustees on our Board. 
 
BSR is a high-performing award-winning organisation about to create our next strategy (2028-2033). We strive for continuous improvement and as a trustee you will be instrumental in helping us define what our impact should be and ensure we achieve our goals. We work alongside the complex and changing environment of the NHS and want to ensure that the rheumatology voice is heard and that the specialty designs and dictates its own future - an approach the Board will own. Our trustees support our drive to be financially sustainable, motivating our work on income generation and overseeing our investments. You will be part of a Board committed to constructive discussion, effective decision-making and respectful of everybody's contribution.     
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Jess Badley, COO on jbadley@rheumatology.org.uk 
To apply, you just need to add your CV and cover letter in the sections below.
We expect interviews to take place (online) w/c 7 September 2026.
Purpose of the Treasurer role  
The Honorary Treasurer is a trustee of BSR and the Chair of the Finance and Risk Committee (FRC), and the Audit Committee. They are part of the Remuneration, People and Culture Committee. The Treasurer is also a Director on BSR's trading subsidiary, BSR Enterprises Ltd. 
 
Members of the Board of Trustees make up the governing body of the society.  Trustees are responsible for ensuring BSR remains true to its charitable purpose and objects set out in its governing documents and for meeting BSR's legal and financial duties as a registered charity. BSR is also a registered company limited by guarantee and therefore all Trustees automatically become company directors registered at Companies House.  All trustees share responsibility for monitoring BSR's finances. 
 
Main responsibilities of the Treasurer  
  • To chair the Finance and Risk Committee, ensuring that BSR operates within the financial guidelines set by the Board, the Society's governing documents, the Charity Commission and current legislation.  
  • To be part of the Remuneration, People and Culture Committee.  
  • To chair and document the annual Audit Committee following BSR's annual financial audit. 
  • To support the Board of Trustees and SMT in meeting its strategic responsibility for BSR's financial resources.  
  • To be actively involved in the financial security and on-going support of the development of the BSR's financial aims and objectives.  
  • To present the financial accounts to the membership at the Annual General Meeting.  
  • Support the FRC to carry out their duties to: 
    • ensure the charity keeps proper accounts 
    • review the charity's financial performance 
    • review policies for finance and investment 
    • ensure that the charity has robust and effective financial controls in place 
    • liaise with the BSR staff team and with the charity's auditor 
    • identify financial and other risks facing the organisation and recommending appropriate action 
Time commitment  
At present, the post requires approximately 2 days per quarter, split over a range of duties, including:  
  • Preparing for all Board and FRC meetings- reading meeting packs and sending any queries in advance (variable, but approximately 2-3 hours per quarter) 
  • Meeting with the COO in advance of each committee meeting to ensure the meetings run smoothly and efficiently (60 minutes each quarter) 
  • Attending the Board of Trustees meetings (four times a year- each meeting is 3 hours, either online or in person)  
  • Chairing the Finance and Risk Committee meetings (four times a year- each meeting is 2 hours, held online)  
  • Attending the Remuneration, People and Culture Committee meetings (twice a year- each meeting is 1 hour, held online)  
  • Chairing the Audit Committee (once a year- one hour, held online) 
  • Attending BSR Enterprises Ltd meetings (two a year - each meeting is 30 minutes, held online) 
  • Attending the Annual General Meeting (once a year, held online)  
  • Attend an annual Trustees and SMT away day (once a year, in person) 
 
Trustees may also be asked, from time to time, to:  
  • Attend events and other meetings on behalf of BSR  
  • Attend training relevant to their role   
  • Be available between board meetings for advice and to make decisions via email  
  • Be available for other ad hoc requirements 
 
Induction, training and support  
  • BSR has a finance team who carry all out all day-to-day finance functions and provide quarterly management accounts to the Finance and Risk Committee. The new Treasurer will have support from this team, and from the COO both during their induction period and throughout their term in office. Support is also provided by the CEO and the Chair of Trustees. 
  • A comprehensive induction is provided for all new Trustees, including access to external financial training for members of FRC. 
  • We use a values behaviour framework to support all our volunteers to thrive in their role. 
  • Specialist financial advice and support is provided by external auditors, investment house fund managers, and an investment specialist firm.  
  • The FRC completes an annual review of their performance as a committee, and undertakes further training as required. 
  • The opportunity to shadow Board meetings before taking up post. 
 
Term of office  
The Treasurer role term is for three years, with the possibility of extension for a further 3 years with approval from the Board.  
Person specification 
  1. Strategic finance experience  
  2. Ability to consider the implications of corporate risks at a strategic level 
  3. Be able to explain complex financial information in an accessible way 
  4. A commitment to BSR, its charitable objectives and values   
  5. An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship   
  6. A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the Treasurer role   
  7. Ability to think and apply knowledge strategically   
  8. Integrity, sound independent judgment   
  9. Willingness to listen and learn to make effective decisions   
 
 BSR is committed to encouraging inclusion, equality and diversity. We are actively trying to increase the diversity of our staff team and volunteer roles. We try to reduce as many barriers as we can for those with a disability, which you can find out more about here. We welcome approaches from individuals from underrepresented groups, including those from minoritised communities, and those with a disability, to better reflect the community we serve and help broaden our perspectives.   
This is a voluntary position. Out of pocket expenses will be paid in line with the BSR expenses policy, although where possible we will avoid individuals incurring these by holding meetings online. 

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