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BAFA SITUATIONS VACANT: BAFA Treasurer

There are several opportunities open for volunteers to work with BAFA. We accept self-nominations and nominations from friends/colleagues for posts. Please do not be too modest or wait to be asked – your interest in any of these positions would be very much welcomed. 

Auditing Special Interest Group (Auditing SIG)

The main aims of the Auditing SIG are to further the Objects of BAFA by:

  • encouraging research and scholarship in the areas of audit and assurance;
  • establishing a network of researchers and teachers in auditing;
  • enhancing the teaching of auditing;
  • providing support for PhD students in auditing;
  • developing close links with the accounting and/or finance profession so as to inform policy;
  • organising relevant conferences/events; developing and maintaining relationships with professional accountancy and/or finance institutes.

There are several opportunities to work with the Auditing SIG Committee: all Committee members have an active role. We invite expressions of interest for the following roles.

  • Chairperson
  • Vice-Chairperson
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Conference Coordinator
  • Social Media/Publicity Officer

The new Executive will serve for three (3) years following the next Auditing SIG AGM.

Deadline for receipt of interest: 26 June 2026 at 5pm.

The Chairperson is responsible for:

  • Leading the Auditing SIG, including initiating and managing the overall direction of the SIG.
  • Overseeing the implementation of agreed policies and strategies in line with the Auditing SIG’s constitution.
  • Ensuring that the affairs of the SIG are conducted in a manner that complies with the policies and practices of BAFA.
  • Chairs SIG meetings and represents the SIG on the main BAFA Executive.

The Vice-Chairperson is responsible for:

  • Supporting the Chairperson in reporting the business of the Auditing SIG to the AGM and the Executive Committee of BAFA.
  • Works closely with the Chairperson and takes the lead on a selection of the activities and strategies of the SIG.
  •  Deputising for the Chairperson (on SIG and BAFA responsibilities) when
  • required.

The Secretary is responsible for:

  • Performing the required formal record production (e.g., annual report) and records management role of the SIG.
  • Correcting and storing agreed minutes of Executive meetings and General meetings (AGM).
  • In association with the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, responsible for formal communications and dealing with constitutional issues.

The Treasurer is responsible for:

  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all Auditing SIG financial transactions, including income, expenditure and sponsorship, as well as managing the Auditing SIG bank account, in accordance with BAFA and the SIGs procedures.
  • In co-operation with the Chair and Secretary, monitoring the Auditing SIGs financial position, ensuring resources are used effectively to support events, initiatives and strategic priorities of the SIG.
  • Preparing and delivering the Auditing SIG’s annual financial statements to BAFA in a timely manner.

The Conference Coordinator is responsible for:

  • All aspects relating to the organising of the Auditing SIG conference including, but not limited to, advertising, managing review of papers, drafting the conference schedule.
  • Working with the conference host on all aspects of the annual conference.
  • Supporting the organisation of other Auditing SIG events.
  • Liaising with the Chairperson and other committee members in respect of Auditing SIG events and activities.

The Social Media/Publicity Officer is responsible for:

  • Developing and communicating content to promote the Auditing SIG and its activities via social media and other online mediums.
  • Identifying, approaching and cultivating relationships with potential sponsors.
  • Liaising with the Chair and Vice-Chairperson on sponsorship leads.

How to Apply

Please contact Joan Ballantine (president@bafa.ac.uk), President or Karim Sorour (vice-president@bafa.ac.uk), Vice President for further details on the role. Expressions of interest should be emailed to admin@bafa.ac.uk by the closing date of 26 June 2026 at 5pm

The EOI should outline how the nominee has contributed to the BAFA auditing community and describe the areas of expertise they would bring to the Committee in relation to the role they are applying for.

Note: Appointed candidates will be ratified at the next Auditing SIG Annual General Meeting (AGM) (date to be announced).

Appointments are made under our Diversity and Inclusion Policy and are overseen by our Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring Committee.