Secretary Treasurer

Secretary Treasurer (0.1 FTE – Board Officer Role)
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Start Date: Immediate
Compensation: Contract, 0.1 FTE equivalent, or $11,022/yr
Commitment: Part-time contract, with flexible scheduling aligned to Board activities, approximately 16 hours per month.

Position Summary
Banbury Crossroads School is seeking a Secretary Treasurer to serve as an Officer of the Board with key financial oversight and governance responsibilities. This fractional 0.1 FTE role (estimated 16 hours per month) is ideal for a seasoned financial professional looking to contribute to a mission-driven, independent K–12 school. The Secretary Treasurer plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, organizational accountability, and regulatory compliance in collaboration with the Board of Directors and the school’s internal financial staff.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as an Officer on the Board and attend all Board meetings, providing regular financial and accounting updates; attend 3-6 Board Meetings each year, virtually or in-person. 

Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of integrity and fiduciary responsibility.

Review and monitor financial activities of the school; support and liaise with the school's internal controller, especially for the once-yearly audit that occurs from August through October each cycle. Meet with the controller as needed, or quarterly, to provide support.

Maintain read-only access to accounting systems and provide oversight on budgetary matters and financial planning.

Serve as backup financial signatory in the event of incapacity of the Board President or Head of School.

Record, file, and transmit accurate and timely Board minutes; maintain appropriate Board and financial records.

Act as a liaison with the school’s legal counsel for matters such as minute book management, annual filings, business insurance, and corporate compliance.

Report to, and work with the Board Chair to ensure that all Board Directors are informed and apprised of financial status throughout the year. 

Qualifications

CPA, CMA, or CA designation required.

Proven experience in financial oversight, governance, and organizational budgeting.

Demonstrated understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance.

Prior experience working with or on Boards of Directors is an asset.

Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and communicate complex financial matters clearly.

Non-profit experience an asset.