Council: Woodley Town Council

County: Berkshire

Salary: NJC SPC 33-41 (increments subject to satisfactory performance established through annual appraisal)

Closing date: 31/01/2025 12:00

Responsible Financial Officer / Finance Manager

Applications must be returned by 31/01/2025 12:00

We are seeking an experienced finance professional to join our active and innovative town council, delivering high quality services to our diverse town.

The responsible Financial Officer is an important role within the Council and a legal requirement. The successful candidate will have sufficient knowledge and experience to work effectively with Officers and Councillors and ensure that all accounts adhere to the requirements of the Accounts and Audit Regulations. The role will require the preparation of detailed revenue and capital budgets for submission to the relevant Council committee, along with attendance at relevant Council meetings.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of VAT and public sector finances and have appropriate experience in a finance role at a similar level.

Click here to download a candidate pack including an overview of the Council, Job Description, and Person Specification.

How to Apply

Please visit www.woodley.gov.uk/vacancies where you will find the job description, person specification and application form.

Applications are to be submitted electronically to [email protected] on the application form provided.

CV’s will not be accepted.

You will receive an automated acknowledgement of your application.

If you have any technical queries please contact: [email protected]

Recruitment Schedule:

All applications will be considered by the Council’s Personnel Sub Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a panel interview which will last around 1.5 hours.

Closing Date: Midday on Friday 31 January

Interviews: Date to be confirmed