Listed February 6 2026
Financial Support Treasurer – West Midlands Fire Service
Within WMFS we have a Sports and Welfare Fund (S&W) – an independent membership organisation that works separately from the service, to encourage sports, social and recreational activities that support the health and wellbeing of its c3,000 members. The fund is open to serving and retired staff for a monthly subscription.
This role is to be ultimately responsible for overseeing the financial affairs of the Sports and Welfare Fund, to ensure they meet legal requirements and are within accepted accounting practices. You will be known as the Treasurer of the Sports and Welfare Fund. This is a busy role, with many monthly transactions and bank accounts.
ResponsibilitiesÂ
- processing payments, invoices, income and receipts and entering data into accounting software (Quickbooks) or databases, then filing hard copies
- preparing monthly bank reconciliations (expenditure incoming vs outgoing)
- preparing quarterly VAT returns
- arranging or producing year-end accounts for the accountants
- preparing an annual Budget Forecast – for approval at the AGM
- recording any inconsistencies, to help the accountants reconcile inaccuracies
- preparing annual Corporation Tax returns.
Experience and skillsÂ
Essential Â
- experience in finances for businesses
- experienced in Quickbooks (accountancy software)
- accuracy and attention to detail
- computer literacy, especially familiarity with Excel spreadsheets, Office 365 and Sharepoint
- honest and trustworthy.
BenefitsÂ
We offer a friendly working environment and benefits including:
- flexible and agile working arrangements
- on-site free gym facilities
- free parking.
We also offer access to an in-house occupational health facility – including occupational health and fitness advisors, sports therapists, physiotherapists, cognitive behavioural therapy practitioners and counsellors.
In addition, employees have access to:
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- ‘blue light’ discounts across many retailers through partner schemes
- Sports and Welfare scheme (for a small fee) – with access to discounted products and services.
DiversityÂ
We welcome applications from all eligible candidates. However, as women and Black and minority ethnic employees are currently under-represented in our service, we particularly encourage applications from these groups.
WMFS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect the same of every staff member.
Successful candidates will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including – where applicable – relevant level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualifications, medical clearance, identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.
To see more details and how to apply, please click ‘Apply now’.
Salary: £13048.64 p.a for 12hrs ( £40,777 pro rata)
Contract type: Full Time
Closing date: February 23 2026
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