Trustee responsibilities: Navigating EDI, conflicts, and your duties.
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Helena works on a practice-wide basis as a Corporate Partner and Head of Charities and Not for Profit. She was Vice-Chair of the ICAEW Charity Group until December 2019 having been involved for 9 years. She is a recognised charity expert, writes for national and charity press and regularly presents at charity events.
She has worked within the not-for-profit sector for over 30 years. This has involved over 23 years in professional practice, in addition to 7 years as Finance Director for Alexandra Park and Palace.
Helena has worked with a vast range of not-for-profit charities over the years, including many household names. She has been a Trustee and Chair of the Audit Committee of a charity. Her roles within the industry have included financial management, corporate governance and strategic planning.
Her experience on ‘the client’s side of the fence’ enables her to give innovative and pragmatic advice. She has written the CCH Preparing Charity Accounts book first published in July 2015 and updated yearly. She has particular knowledge of the challenges and conflicts faced by a Director of Finance and experience of finding practical solutions to resolve complex problems.
Outside of work Helena enjoys gardening, walking her dog, cycling and other countryside pursuits!
Read our article detailing how charity trustees can fulfil their duties and key considerations to avoid complications.
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