For applicants living in and working in Australia
About the ADHD Foundation
The ADHD Foundation is a national, community‐led, 100% volunteer‐run charity dedicated to improving the lives of Australians with ADHD. We operate entirely through the commitment, expertise, and lived experience of volunteers across the country, ensuring that every resource, service, and initiative remains grounded in community needs rather than commercial interests.
Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities through education, advocacy, accessible support pathways, and evidence‐informed practice.
Our work is guided by the following core principles:
* People‐not‐profit: Community benefit is always prioritised over commercial gain.
* Grassroots and community‐driven: Our direction is shaped by the lived experience and voices of the ADHD community.
* Ethical, transparent, and accountable: We uphold the highest standards of governance and integrity.
* Inclusive and accessible: We design services that reduce barriers and promote participation for all.
* Independent and mission‐driven: We exist to support, educate, and advocate—not to commercialise or exploit vulnerable communities.
Our vision is an Australia where people with ADHD are understood, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Role Overview
The ADHD Foundation is seeking an experienced and values‐aligned Treasurer to join our Board of Directors. This is a hands‐on volunteer governance role within a national organisation that relies entirely on volunteer leadership and community participation.
The Treasurer plays a central role in ensuring the Foundation's financial sustainability, transparent reporting, and compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations. Beyond core financial oversight, the Treasurer contributes to the growth, development, and long‐term stability of the charity. This includes strengthening financial systems, supporting strategic planning, and helping cultivate partnerships and networks that uphold the ethics, mission, and principles of the ADHD Foundation.
You will work closely with the Chair and Board to ensure sound financial stewardship and informed decision‐making across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
The Treasurer is responsible for supporting the Board in fulfilling its financial governance and stewardship obligations. The Treasurer's role includes:
* Overseeing the Foundation's financial management and reporting.
* Supporting the development and monitoring of budgets, financial plans, and cash flow.
* Ensuring the Board receives timely and accurate financial information to support decision‐making.
* Supporting compliance with financial, regulatory, and reporting obligations, including those under the ACNC Governance Standards and Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
* Assisting the Board to identify and manage financial risks and ensure appropriate financial controls are in place.
* Supporting preparation of financial statements and external reporting, including audits where required.
* Overseeing financial operations, including banking, record‐keeping, reconciliations, and financial administration processes.
* Providing financial insights and guidance to support ethical, mission‐aligned, and sustainable decision‐making.
* Contributing to the continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and reporting.
* Supporting the long‐term sustainability of the Foundation through sound financial stewardship and strategic input.
The Treasurer operates within the collective authority of the Board. All financial decisions remain the responsibility of the Board as a whole.
Requirements
* CA or CPA qualification, or equivalent.
* Experience in management accounting, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
* Advanced knowledge and expertise in utilising Stripe and Xero platforms, including reconciliation, reporting, and financial workflow oversight.
* Ability to communicate financial insights clearly to non‐finance stakeholders.
* Strong Excel and analytical skills.
* Commitment to ethical governance, transparency, and the responsibilities of an ACNC Responsible Person.
* Director ID, or the ability to obtain one upon appointment.
* Current Police Clearance Certificate, or willingness to obtain prior to appointment.
* Able to commit appropriate time to fulfil the responsibilities of a working Board member, including participation in monthly Board meetings.
* Experience with not‐for‐profit or community‐based organisations.
* Understanding of financial requirements for registered charities.
* Familiarity with small‐organisation financial systems and processes.
* Experience working at Board level.
Professional Affiliations / Qualifications
MYOB, Xero, Oracle, Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, formulae), Macros, SAP, TM1, Stripe and other financial platforms and processes.
Personal Attributes
Finance professional with experience in management reporting (including report design), budgeting & forecasting, cash and investment management, process design and implementation. Skilled in supporting decision‐making through clear financial insights, with strong stakeholder engagement across internal and external stakeholders. Strong collaborator with a focus on governance, financial integrity, and effective Board‐level support.
Application Process
Your application should include:
* A current CV outlining relevant qualifications and experience.
* A brief candidate statement (maximum two pages) addressing the selection criteria and describing the skills and personal qualities you would bring to the role of Treasurer and the Board.
* Disclosure of details of any actual, perceived, or potential conflicts of interest.
We welcome applications from candidates across Australia. Please submit your application by 30 April 2026 to the Chair, Dympna Brbich at office@adhdfoundation.org.au
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