Treasurer

(1 year as Treasurer-Elect followed by 4 years as Treasurer)
The Treasurer has the responsibility to oversee the handling of all the Society´s financial matters.

Term of office

• The Treasurer-Elect is elected one year before he/she takes office. During this year he/she serves as Treasurer-Elect and will be a supernumerary member of the Executive Committee if not already a member.
• The period of office is four years, and the Treasurer is not eligible for immediate re-election to the same position.

Eligibility criteria

• Active EAS member with demonstrated understanding of EAS structure and function.
• Regular attendance at EAS meetings.
• Persons who hold leadership positions as paid employees within conflicting industry or other international organizations/societies with competing interest with the EAS, are not eligible to stand/be nominated.

Responsibilities/duties

• To serve the EAS mission, contribute to the development and implementation of the EAS strategic plan, including;
  • Participate in three face to face meetings & three virtual calls per year with the Executive Committee.
  • With the other Society Officers, responsibility to plan the Society’s annual budget.
  • Supervise the Society’s Administrative Office’s handling of Society’s finances.
  • Collective responsibility for the Society’s finances with other Executive Committee members.
  • Participation in the Society’s General Assembly at Congress; the Treasurer presents the Society’s annual financial report.
• Each Society Office holder, including the Treasurer, has Power of Signature for the Society.
• Uphold the Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, and other EAS policies.
• To be willing and able to devote a significant portion of their professional time to work for the EAS, including travel commitments.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial management
  Proficient in handling and overseeing financial matters, including budgeting, financial reporting, and financial planning.
• Organizational skills
  Strong organizational skills to manage financial records, transactions, and related documentation.
• Time management
  Efficient time management skills to fulfill responsibilities effectively, given the role’s time-sensitive nature.
• Internationally recognized
  An excellent scientific record in Atherosclerosis research, and be a high-profile expert in his/her field.
• Communication skills
  Strong proficiency in both written and spoken English, and as a public speaker.
• Experience in organizational leadership
  Proven track record in running an organization, such as a hospital department, laboratory, or research group.
• Leadership roles
  Previous experience as chair or leader of a National Society, EAS Committee or another national or international professional organisation.

Personal characteristics

• Analytical Proficiency
  Possesses strong analytical skills and upholds a meticulous eye for detail.
• Team collaboration
  Ability to work collaboratively with the Executive Committee in financial decision-making.
• Ethical integrity
  Upholds strong moral values and integrity.