Habitat for Humanity Northwest Harris County
Job Description – Treasurer
Responsibilities:
Serve Board of Directors and Executive Committee as an officer of the corporation.
Responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the financial
management function for the affiliate and the Restore, including the maintenance and
periodic updating of pertinent, effective, and efficient financial systems, controls, and
procedures which will enable the affiliate to maintain a sound and viable financial base
Job Summary:
The treasurer is the affiliate’s primary financial officer. The treasurer has general
charge of the affiliate’s financial affairs; providing the board with financial reports;
filing necessary reports; overseeing the disbursement of funds; monitoring the
affiliate’s budget. The treasurer plays a vital role in educating the board on the
financial status of the affiliate. The treasurer’s report is an educational tool to provide
information and encourages directors to question items and trends. As custodian of
the affiliate’s financial records, the treasurer plays an important role in regulatory
compliance. The treasurer should oversee compliance with all federal, state, and local
regulations applicable to the financial operations of the affiliate and the ReStore.
Duties:
1. Provide monthly financial statements and supporting schedules to the Board of
Directors.
2. Ensure controls are in place to protect and safeguard the financial assets of the
affiliate.
3. Coordinate the preparation of budgets with affiliate and ReStore staff and
provide financial information to audits and reports.
4. Ensure all IRS guidelines and regulations are met in a timely and effective
manner.
5. Provide financial information, as required, for the development of new projects
and programs.
6. Chair the Finance Committee and provide timely and appropriate financial
advice on matters of policy, guidelines, and procedures.
7. Oversee the annual audit.
8. Maintain close communication with paid financial staff.
Note: Approved financial staff consists of one full time employee and one parttime employee. These employees report to the Executive Director and will have
close communication with and will accept guidance from the treasurer.