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You are here: Home / News / News / Royal Naval Association – Honorary National Treasurer Royal Naval Association – Honorary National TreasurerAbout the Role: TheHonorary National Treasurer (HNT)plays a key leadership role in managing the financial stewardship of theRoyal Naval Association (RNA) , a prestigious charity dedicated to supporting the Royal Navy, its veterans and their families. As aFinance Trustee , you will be at the heart of RNA’s financial governance, ensuring the charity operates with transparency, responsibility, and integrity. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of the RNA, while working alongside a dedicated team of fellow trustees and Shipmates. What You’ll Be Doing: Approve Statutory Accounts:As the Finance Trustee, you will review and approve the RNA’s Statutory Accounts, ensuring compliance with UK charity regulations. Strategic Advice:You’ll offer expert financial guidance to the RNA Executive and National Council, helping steer the financial direction of the charity. Collaborate with Key Partners:Work closely with theRoyal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) , overseeing day-to-day financial operations on behalf of the RNA Exec. Sub-Committees Participation:You will be an integral member of theFinance and Admin Committeeand theInvestment Committee , where you will help manage the RNA’s financial investments and review annual budgets and accounts. Liaise with Professional Advisors:Partner with external accountants and advisors to ensure accurate reporting and transparent financial operations. Represent at Key Events:Present the annual accounts to Shipmates at theRNA National Conference , showcasing your leadership and financial insight. Shape Governance:Be part of theGovernance CommitteeandGovernance Working Group , contributing to the strategic direction and future governance of the RNA. What We’re Looking For: A Chartered Accountant : You must be a member of a recognized UK accounting body. Ideally a Royal Navy Veteran : While not essential, we’re seeking someone with a background in the Royal Navy, or a strong connection to the Armed Forces. Experience in Charity Finance : Knowledge of charity governance and financial operations is highly desirable. Time Commitment: Quarterly meetings of theNational Council , usually online or in Portsmouth. Attendance at theRNA National Conferenceonce a year. Quarterly meetings of theFinance and Admin Committeeand theInvestment Committee(either online or in London). Annual budget planning sessions and occasional meetings with the Governance Committees (ad-hoc in London). The Future of RNA: The RNA is evolving as we redraft theRoyal Charterwith the Privy Council. This means exciting opportunities ahead, including a restructuring of the Board of Trustees where theHNTwill become theFinance Trusteeon the new Board. Why You Should Apply: This is more than just a finance role – it’s an opportunity to be part of aclose-knit, mission-driventeam, helping to shape the future of theRoyal Naval Association . For the right person, the role ofHonorary National Treasureroffers not only a challenge but also the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while working with a dedicated group of Trustees and Shipmates. We also pay expenses for all volunteer activity. If you’re a dynamic, experienced finance professional with a passion for supporting the Royal Navy community, we’d love to hear from you!#J-18808-Ljbffr