Finance Officer
Salary
£28,000-£33,000 per year, inc benefits
Location
Aldeburgh, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Job type
Permanent, Part time
Sector
Job ref
X3-1305857
Job posted
Posted 1 hour ago
Responsible Finance Officer (Part-Time)
Location: Aldeburgh
Hours: 16–20 hours per week
Salary: £33,000 pro rata
About the Role
A Town Council is seeking an experienced and organised Responsible Finance Officer (RFO) to manage the Council's financial affairs and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. This is a key part-time role supporting the Town Clerk and Councillors with sound financial management and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain the Council's financial records and accounting systems.
- Manage payments, receipts, bank reconciliations and cash flow.
- Prepare budgets and monitor expenditure against agreed budgets.
- Produce regular financial reports for Council meetings.
- Prepare year-end accounts and the Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR).
- Liaise with internal and external auditors.
- Ensure compliance with Financial Regulations and relevant legislation.
- Administer payroll and pension arrangements.
- Support the annual precept-setting process and long-term financial planning.
- Provide financial advice and guidance to the Town Clerk and Council.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Experience in bookkeeping, accounting or finance.
- Good understanding of budgeting and financial reporting.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
Desirable:
- Experience in a Town, Parish or Local Council environment.
- Knowledge of AGAR and local government finance procedures.
- AAT qualification or relevant experience
- Payroll experience.
What We Offer
- Flexible part-time hours.
- Supportive working environment.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- The opportunity to contribute to the local community and its future development.
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