• Ensures that all financial resources of the region are accounted for in an effective and efficient manner

• Coordinates the long-range financial plan in conjunction with other team coordinators

• Prepares and submits the annual budget for the region

• Manages bank accounts and investments and keeps accurate and current records of all financial transactions

• Receives all funds paid to the region and issues all payments

• Negotiates contracts for equipment and services required by the region

• Holds sole authority to sign contracts on behalf of the region

• Coordinates projects to raise non-dues income

• Presents a report on the region’s financial condition at meetings of the RMT

• Prepares an annual financial statement for submission to the Director of Finance and Administration at International Headquarters

• Submits accounting records for audit at the close of the fiscal year to a qualified person (or persons) selected by the RMT or for examination or audit at any time as directed by the RMT

• Files Annual 990 tax form (United States regions) with the Internal Revenue Service by September 15 for the preceding year ending April 30

• Provides advice and training to chapter treasurers and serves as a resource to chapters with financial questions

• Provides financial information necessary to complete application for corporate gifts/grants

Each team member is responsible for:

• Maintaining contact with appropriate staff members at International Headquarters

• Maintaining comprehensive records and forwarding materials to successor

• Training her successor

• APPOINTING STAFF TO ASSIST WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF RESPONSIBILITIES AS NEEDED