The Treasurer is the Treasurer of the corporation and shares responsibility for the Lodge’s financial integrity. They serve as one of three custodians of the Lodge’s financial assets along with the President and Administrator.
Duties include:
- Attend all Lodge, Board of Officers, and Executive Session meetings.
- Ensure weekly deposits: Verify that the Administrator deposits all funds at least once per week.
- Receive and initial duplicate deposit slips from the Administrator for all Lodge and Social Quarters accounts.
- Custodian of securities: Share responsibility for safeguarding Lodge securities and valuable papers with the President and Administrator.
- Sign checks: Co-sign all Lodge checks—never sign blank checks
- Weekly financial review: Inspect Lodge and Social Quarters records to ensure all accounting entries are current and match receipts and expenditures.
- Serve as Acting Administrator: Perform the duties of the Administrator if there is a vacancy, until a new Administrator is elected or appointed (per Sections 36.1 and 38.1 of the General Laws).
Qualifications
- Strong financial management and organizational skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles
- Commitment to upholding the lodge’s financial integrity
Lodge Leadership Course
Communication, teamwork, and effective leadership for officers and volunteers.
2 Hours
Self-Paced
Administrator-Accounting Course
Stewardship, recordkeeping, and reporting fundamentals.
Classroom