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Volunteer Board Treasurer – Grief's Light Outreach

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in North Carolina, US
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Approximately 3–5 hours per month. Attend quarterly virtual board meetings, review monthly financial reports, provide financial guidance, and collaborate with the Founder and Board to support the organization's mission.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Family, Mental Health, Philanthropy, Women
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Applicants must reside in North Carolina. Financial experience in accounting, bookkeeping, banking, or nonprofit finance is strongly preferred. Selected candidates must be willing to complete a board orientation and maintain confidentiality.

    Description

    Volunteer Board Treasurer – Grief's Light Outreach

    Grief's Light Outreach is a faith-rooted 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to walking alongside mothers who have experienced the loss of a child. Through comfort boxes, support groups, remembrance events, prayer, and compassionate community, we strive to bring hope and healing during life's most difficult seasons.

    We are seeking a Volunteer Board Treasurer who has a heart for service and a commitment to financial integrity. This individual will serve as a member of our Board of Directors and help ensure the financial health and accountability of our growing organization.

    Responsibilities

    • Oversee the financial affairs of the organization.
    • Review monthly income and expenses.
    • Present financial reports during quarterly board meetings.
    • Assist with developing and monitoring the annual budget.
    • Ensure financial records are accurate and maintained according to nonprofit best practices.
    • Help ensure compliance with federal and state nonprofit reporting requirements.
    • Work collaboratively with the Founder and Board of Directors to support the organization's mission.
    • Provide financial guidance as Grief's Light Outreach continues to grow.

    Qualifications

    • Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, banking, or nonprofit financial management preferred.
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to confidentiality.
    • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to the Board.
    • Passion for serving others and supporting the mission of Grief's Light Outreach.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience serving as a nonprofit treasurer or board member is a plus.
    • Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
    • Knowledge of nonprofit budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
    • Familiarity with North Carolina nonprofit financial practices and regulations is strongly preferred.
    • CPA, accountant, bookkeeper, finance professional, or retired financial professional encouraged to apply.

    Time Commitment

    • Approximately 3–5 hours per month.
    • Attend quarterly virtual board meetings.
    • Occasional consultation with the Founder regarding financial matters.

    What You'll Gain

    • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of grieving mothers.
    • Experience serving on the board of a growing nonprofit organization.
    • A collaborative, faith-centered environment where your skills will help strengthen a ministry of hope and healing.

    If you have a heart for service and believe your financial expertise can help advance a mission that brings comfort to grieving families, we would be honored to hear from you.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in North Carolina, US
    Associated Location
    Clayton, NC, USA

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    Instructions:

    Thank you for your interest in serving with Grief's Light Outreach. We are seeking a mission-minded individual who has a heart for serving grieving mothers and the financial skills to help strengthen our organization. Please complete all questions thoughtfully. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview. Applicants must reside in North Carolina.

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