Volunteer Financial Manager

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The Volunteer Financial Manager is one of multiple members of the Finance Committee of Milwaukee CHildren's Choir. The Finance Committee is responsible for overseeing the finances for Milwaukee Children’s Choir (MCC). Both incoming and outgoing expenses are reviewed and approved. The primary goal is to prepare for the annual audit. The Treasurer serves as chairman.
✰ To report to the Board any financial irregularities, concerns, opportunities
✰ To advice the Executive Artistic Director and other appropriate staff on financial priorities and information systems, depending on committee member expertise.

Primary Responsibilities of the volunteer Finance Committee:
✰ Monitors all financial aspects of the organization, including monthly income and expense reports, internal policies, investment performance, and ensures proper filing of all tax related reports.

✰ Approval and monitoring of annual operating budget

✰ Present budget for approval no later than the May Board meeting.

✰ Development of accounting and other related policy recommendations.

✰ Establish guidelines for organizational expenditures, determine a procedure for allocation of payments to funded programs, make investment decisions as to excess funds, and advise the Board of Directors on the amount of reserve balance.

✰ Responsible for ensuring an independent audit is conducted annually; ensuring that any corrective actions recommended in the audit are carried out.

✰ To report to the Board any financial irregularities, concerns, opportunities.

✰ To oversee short and long-term investments.

✰ To advice the Executive Artistic Director and other appropriate staff on financial priorities and information systems, depending on committee member expertise.

Qualifications:
✰ Passionate about making a difference in Milwaukee
✰ Expertise in the areas of finance or CPA a plus
✰ Contribute annually as a donor to MCC

Benefits:
✰ Gain an understanding of local community needs and how they are being addressed
✰ Serve on a community committee that is making an impact in Milwaukee
✰ Leadership development and networking opportunities