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IMA Call for Volunteers

  

The IMA recently announced a call for volunteers.  This is your opportunity to become a part of our chapter's leadership team.  New board terms are effective July 1st and applications are due by the end of April.  

Thanks for your consideration.

Additional info is available on the IMA website below:

https://www.imanet.org/en/Career-Resources/Volunteering-with-IMA/Chapters

IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) is seeking passionate volunteer members to join your IMA local community leadership team.  We have openings for many different volunteer opportunities that are short and/or long-term.  
 
Local chapter engagement with IMA offers professional networking opportunities with finance professionals and companies in your community; professional development opportunities to improve your finance and leadership competencies to help in your career; opportunities to build your project planning and presentation skills in a safe environment. Come out and join your local leadership team to be part of empowering the profession and helping others achieve their professional goals while building your network.

As a Chapter Board member, you will help drive the success of our local IMA community by:

  • Planning and coordinating chapter activities.
  • Engaging members to ensure a high-quality member experience
  • Representing the IMA mission and vision as an ambassador in the region.

Board roles include (but are not limited to): Chapter Chair, Chapter Communications Lead, Chapter Administrator, and Chapter Treasurer. We also have other flexible volunteer opportunities available.  All chapter and council volunteers must be active IMA members in good standing and demonstrate a commitment to the responsibilities of care, loyalty, and compliance with IMA’s policies.

Why Join?

As a Chapter Board member, you will:

  • Develop leadership skills through hands-on governance experience.
  • Expand your professional network within a global organization.
  • Contribute to advancing the management accounting profession locally and globally.

To submit an application for your local chapter or council board, please click here.

The deadline to submit your application is April 30, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

If you prefer to serve in a limited capacity, please consider one of our flexible volunteer opportunities. You can access that application by clicking here. 

Chapter Volunteer Opportunities

Board Roles

Chapter boards are responsible for the overall management and successful operation of their local communities. Responsibilities include oversight of the planning, coordinating, communicating, and conducting chapter activities to provide high-level service to local members.

Below are the four core chapter roles. Individuals in these roles oversee a group of flexible volunteers who provide support in their specific areas of focus. Visit the links to learn more and apply.

Application deadline: April 30, 2026


Chair (Operations & Program Execution)

Leads chapter strategy, programs, and volunteer coordination. Oversees flexible volunteering roles such as chapter member management, new member liaison, webinar program planning, volunteer onboarding, nominations coordinator, and more.

Best for: Proactive leaders with strong communication and organizational skills who excel at coordinating people, processes, and initiatives.

Apply Now >


Communications Lead (Engagement & Outreach)

Drives chapter messaging engagement and digital presence.
Oversees flexible volunteering roles such as social media liaison, website administrator, newsletter editor, and photographer/videographer/creative materials designer.

Best for: Creative, digital-savvy volunteers who enjoy building community through engaging content and consistent outreach.

Apply Now >


Administrator (Records & Compliance)

Manages records, compliance, minutes, and CPE documentation.
Oversees flexible volunteering roles such as CPE submission coordinator, event management/coordinator, community events coordinator, and chapter board administrator.

Best for: Organized and conscientious volunteers who are comfortable with systems, deadlines, and the responsibility of maintaining official chapter documentation.

Apply Now >


Treasurer (Accounting & Finance)

Oversees budget, sponsorship, and financial reporting.
Oversees flexible volunteering roles such as scholarship coordinator, financial reviewer, and event budget assistant.

Best for: Analytical individuals who possess integrity, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a solid sense of fiscal responsibility.

Apply Now >



Flexible Volunteering Roles

Chapter and councils also offer numerous flexible volunteering opportunities, which help to support the core chapter roles. Flexible volunteering roles typically require a time commitment of about 5-10 hours annually, making them ideal for members who want to get involved but have more limited time availability.

More information about these roles can be found here.

Apply Now >

Communications & Marketing

  • Social Media Liaison
  • Website Administrator
  • Photographer/Videographer/Creative Materials Designer
  • Newsletter Editor

Member Support

  • Volunteer Onboarding
  • Membership Awareness Champion
  • Chapter Member Management
  • New Member Liaison
  • Champion of Chapter Member Achievements
  • Mentor Coordinator (only applies for some chapters)
  • Professional Mentor for Students (U.S. only)
  • Membership Appreciation Coordinator

Education & Programming

  • Webinar Program Planning
  • Webinar Moderator
  • CPE Submission Coordinator
  • Higher Ed Liaison

Events

  • Event Management/ Coordinator
  • Event Budget Assistant
  • Community Events Coordinator (non-CPE events)

Financial & Administrative

  • Scholarship Coordinator
  • Financial Reviewer
  • Board Communications Assistant
  • Chapter Board Administrator

Coordination & Feedback

  • Nominations Coordinator
  • Chapter Performance Review Coordinator
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