Board Treasurer
/ORGANIZATION:
The Capilano Review
DEADLINE:
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
The Capilano Review is an art and literary magazine based out of Vancouver. Since 1972, TCR has published work by more than 1,500 contributors and has been a vital gathering space for creative practitioners and cultural critics in Vancouver, British Columbia, and across Canada. Our issues feature full-colour art sections and artists’ projects, poetry, fiction, essays, interviews, and reviews. In addition to publishing two print and digital issues of the magazine each year, we also host an annual Writer-in-Residence, thematic writing contests, and numerous workshops, readings, and other events. We also offer paid editorial internships.
ORGANIZATION WEBSITE:
http://thecapilanoreview.com
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION:
The Board of The Capilano Review Arts Society, publisher of The Capilano Review, is seeking a Treasurer to oversee the organization’s finances.
The Capilano Review offers a welcoming and thoughtful space for the work of established and emerging writers and artists from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds. Joining TCR’s Board offers candidates an opportunity to directly and actively support the local arts and writing community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee the organization’s finances, including reviewing budget projections.
Offer advice to the staff and Board on financial matters and strategies.
Present the completed fiscal year statements at the AGM.
Provide oversight and guidance based on accounting experience (finances are managed by a professional bookkeeper; year-end review engagement is conducted by an accountant).
Attend Board meetings (four times per year).
Occasionally attend additional meetings with staff regarding timely matters.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity with The Capilano Review or a strong interest in the arts.
Previous experience in finance and bookkeeping.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send the following to contact@thecapilanoreview.com:
A statement of interest (maximum 400 words).
A short bio outlining relevant expertise (maximum 100 words).
A CV.
TCR is strongly committed to equity and diversity. We encourage applications from equity-seeking communities and from candidates with the skills and understanding to work collaboratively within and across these communities. We invite candidates who are BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, and/or people with disabilities to self-identify.
Submissions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
