Board Member – Finance: Accounting and Treasury Management

Application

Application can be in any format but please explain your interest and the skills and experience relevant to the role.

Please ensure the information is focused on your current and/or most recent roles (you can sum up earlier roles, older than 15 years), and complete our skills matrix about your achievements so we get a picture of your skills and experience. If you have any questions or to find out more about the role please contact  or call

The board demonstrates a clear customer perspective and an ability to understand and articulate residents needs, overseeing the implementation of strategies, policies and procedures designed to best meet those needs, champions the voice of residents and communities.

Leads by example in terms of behaviour, including putting customers at the heart of what we do, commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and supporting others.

Actively seeks facts, data and information necessary for the board to make strategic decisions and to ensure that performance delivery and management of risk is in line with our risk appetite. Able to support the Board to balance the needs and desires of customers with the pressures on the organisation.

Actively contributes to setting, prioritising and monitoring delivery of strategic Objectives, is able to take a broad overview, taking into account all relevant factors when considering organisational strategies, brings external environmental scanning into the debate, and is aware of trends and developments both internally and externally.

Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to their role, prepares in advance, regularly attend and participates fully in meetings, appraisals and Board and Committee effectiveness reviews.

Is a strong ambassador for Cornerstone, acting responsibly and appropriately when representing Cornerstone at external events, builds and maintains constructive working relationships with other board and governance members, the executive team, staff and relevant stakeholders.

Understanding of social, economic and political issues affecting the sector and its customers.

The board oversees and monitors our performance and is responsible for setting and regularly reviewing our strategic direction.

Our board ensures we function within our legal and financial requirements, comply with relevant codes, and develop and maintain our homes to a high standard.

Board members contribute relevant experience, expertise and insight to ensure the long-term viability and sustainability of Cornerstone. They promote their objectives, vision, purpose, and values through management control, accountability, ethical conduct, and good governance.

1.1 Provide expert insight and scrutiny in relation to long term financial planning and treasury management strategy.

1.2 Support compliance with Regulator of Social Housing economics standards including governance and financial viability standard and value for money standard.

1.3 Evaluate financial risks, stress testing, hedging strategies, and covenant compliance.

1.4 Assess the financial impact of development projects, regeneration programmes, and asset management plans.

1.5 Promote effective resource allocation and decision-making that supports long-term financial sustainability.

1.6 Assist the Board Audit & Risk Committee or Remuneration Committee by providing specialist expertise and assurance.

2.1 Monitor compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks applicable to the organisation.

2.2 Review internal and external audit inputs on compliance effectiveness.

2.3 Uphold high standards of governance.

2.4 Maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest.

3.1 Support the Board in setting strategic direction.

3.2 Provide constructive challenge to executive leadership.