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Responsible Finance Officer (part-time)

Employer
Lewes Town Council
Location
Lewes, East Sussex
Salary
£6,985 to £7,545 per year for 7 hours per week
Closing date
18 Oct 2021

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Sector
Local council
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time / Job share

This is a new post that will be responsible for the administration of the Town Councils financial affairs, enabling the Council to deliver its Vision and a wide range of services to the community of Lewes.

The post holder will support the Town Clerk in ensuring the smooth running of the Financial Administration and Corporate Governance of the Council, as well as supervising the work of the Finance Administration Officer.

Lewes Town Council is one of the 300 largest of the 10,000-or-so Parish Councils in England and Wales. With a Precept of over £1 million and reserves of just under £1 million this is an exciting opportunity for someone experienced in finance. Preferably with a recognised accounting qualification, along with experience of accounting and administrative practice, budget preparation and management, you will be able to effectively manage the Council’s finances, ensuring compliance with the Accounts and Audit Regulations and the Council’s Financial Regulations. Experience of maintaining a small monthly payroll is also required.

The 7 hours per week can be worked flexibly by agreement and will vary to meet the demands of the work, including occasional attendance at evening meetings and working from home when appropriate.

Job Description: https://lewes-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Job-description-RFO-approved-Oct-2020.pdf

please download our Application Form: https://lewes-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/LTC-Employment-Application-form-Reader-extended.pdf

Closing date for applications: Monday 18th October 2021    

Interviews:  Monday 25th October 2021.

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