ABOUT THE ORGANISATION:

WISTA Australia (WISTA) operates to support its members by promoting the advancement of women in the Maritime and Logistics sector and supporting equal participation and opportunity in the workplace.

WISTA Australia is committed to upholding the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and transparency.

OVERVIEW:

The Treasurer is responsible for the financial oversight and management of WISTA Australia. The role ensures sound financial governance, budgeting, reporting, compliance, and operational financial management across the national organisation and state activities.

The Treasurer supports the Board in maintaining financial sustainability, implementing appropriate financial controls, and ensuring compliance with all statutory and governance obligations.

APPOINTMENT:

The successful applicant will be appoint on a casual basis through to the AGM in September, where they will be formally appointed to the Board;

We invite those who are interested in the role to email Donna at donnaj@wistaaustralia.org for further information and a position description.

The selection process of Board Directors is managed by the Governance and Finance Committee through a process that considers the skills and competencies the Board currently has and requires. The appointment of a Director is confirmed by the Board of Directors.

ROLE:

Financial Management

• ·         Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• ·         Oversee and oversee all financial transactions within Xero accounting software.
• ·         Oversee accurate financial records and reconciliations.
• ·         Oversee cash flow and financial sustainability.

Budgeting & Reporting

• ·         Oversee and approve annual WISTA Australia budgets.
• ·         Oversee and approve and support state-based budgets with State Representatives.
• ·         Oversee and approve monthly and annual financial reports for the Board.
• ·         Oversee annual financial reporting and audit requirements.

Governance & Compliance

• ·         Ensure appropriate financial controls and delegations are maintained.
• ·         Support compliance with taxation, ASIC, banking, and regulatory obligations.
• ·         Act as an authorised signatory for banking and financial approvals where required.
• ·         Support the Governance & Finance Committee.

Operational Support

• ·         Oversee and approve expense reimbursement processes.
• ·         Support sponsorship and membership revenue tracking.
• ·         Provide financial insights and reporting to support strategic decision-making.

TIME COMMITMENT:

Please note that being a WISTA Board Director requires the capacity to attend monthly meetings during regular working hours. Being a Director on the WISTA Board is a voluntary activity.   The meeting schedule typically includes:

WISTA Strategic Conference – Directors are expected to attend the conference which typically occurs over 1-2 days each year: for the purpose of reviewing the Board’s strategy and performance and engaging in Board development.

Annual General Meeting - The Annual General Meeting is held every August.

Regular Board Meetings – held online monthly for 1 hour.

Occasional Board Teleconferences – as required. These may be held to deal with matters that must be resolved between Board meetings.

Committee Meetings – as required.