Volunteer Board Treasurer

Volunteer Board Treasurer
Organization: When The Village Meditates
Position: Board Treasurer / Volunteer Board Member
Status: Volunteer, Unpaid
Reports to: Board of Directors
Location: Remote
About When The Village Meditates
When The Village Meditates is a nonprofit organization committed to mindfulness, yoga, and collective well-being. Our mission is centered on supporting whole-human wellness and creating opportunities for individuals and communities to cultivate greater awareness, connection, resilience, and well-being.
We are seeking a qualified and mission-aligned CPA or financial professional to serve as Treasurer and a member of our Board of Directors.
Position Overview
The Treasurer will provide financial leadership, oversight, and guidance to the Board and the organization. Working collaboratively with the Executive Director, Board Chair, and fellow directors, the Treasurer will help ensure that When The Village Meditates maintains sound financial practices, appropriate internal controls, accurate financial reporting, responsible budgeting, and strong accountability.
This is an opportunity for a CPA or experienced financial professional to contribute their expertise to a meaningful nonprofit organization while supporting its long-term financial sustainability and growth.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Oversight
Provide financial oversight and guidance to the Board of Directors.
Monitor the organization’s financial health, cash flow, assets, liabilities, and overall financial position.
Review financial statements and reports and present key financial information to the Board.
Help ensure that financial activities are conducted in accordance with applicable nonprofit requirements, policies, and generally accepted accounting principles.
Promote appropriate financial controls, transparency, and accountability.
Budgeting & Financial Planning
Lead or support the development of the organization’s annual budget - to be presented at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Monitor actual financial performance against the approved budget.
Identify significant variances, financial risks, and emerging opportunities and bring them to the Board’s attention.
Provide guidance on long-term financial planning and sustainability.
Grants & Funding
Provide financial guidance related to grants, restricted funds, and other sources of nonprofit funding.
Support the organization in establishing appropriate financial tracking and reporting for grants.
Review financial components of grant proposals and reports when appropriate.
Board Participation
Serve as an active member of the Board of Directors.
Attend and participate in scheduled Board meetings and relevant committee meetings.
Provide financial expertise during organizational planning and strategic discussions.
Help establish and periodically review financial policies and procedures.
Participate in Board-level decision-making and contribute to the overall governance of the organization.
Ideal Qualifications
We are particularly interested in candidates who have:
CPA designation or significant professional experience in accounting, finance, or nonprofit financial management.
Experience with nonprofit organizations, charitable organizations, or community-based organizations.
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and financial controls.
Familiarity with grant accounting, restricted funds, or nonprofit funding structures.
An understanding of Board fiduciary responsibilities and nonprofit governance.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
The ability to explain financial information clearly to Board members who may not have financial backgrounds.
A collaborative, thoughtful, and mission-oriented approach.
Experience with nonprofit audits, tax filings, financial strategy, fundraising, or organizational growth is an asset.
Commitment
This is a volunteer Board position. The expected commitment includes:
Regular participation in Board meetings.
Preparation and review of financial materials in advance of meetings.
Periodic communication with organizational leadership regarding financial matters.
Additional involvement as needed for budgeting, financial planning, grant reporting, audits, or other financial priorities.
The anticipated time commitment is approximately 5-10 hours per month, depending on organizational needs and the candidate’s availability.
What We Offer
Serving as Treasurer provides an opportunity to:
Use your professional financial expertise to support a mission-driven nonprofit.
Contribute to the financial health, accountability, and sustainability of the organization.
Help strengthen access to mindfulness, yoga, and whole-human wellness.
Collaborate with a committed Board and leadership team.
Make a meaningful community impact through volunteer service.
How to Express Interest
If you are interested in serving as Treasurer or would like to learn more about the organization and Board opportunity, please contact:
Danuba Musgrave
President
When The Village Meditates
welcome@whenthevillagemeditates.com
*We also welcome referrals and introductions to qualified CPAs and financial professionals who may share our commitment to whole-human wellness and nonprofit service.*

Work arrangement
Yes