Henley-on-Thames Town Council Vacancies

Accountant / Finance Manager
No closing date
Salary
£39,493 to £47,573 pa pro rata
Hours
Part-time (0.5 / 18.5 hours per week)
Contact Type
Permanent
Information Pack
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Job Description

Purpose of the role

 

The Council has a revenue budget of c.£1.8m, as  well as cash investments of c.£4m and other assets totalling c.£15m.

 

This is an exciting opportunity for a  community-focussed and experienced accountant / finance manager to join our team, to provide comprehensive and transparent financial information to councillors and the community; help us achieve best value for money; oversee the management of the Council’s investments; and ensure the efficient running  of our financial processes.

 

The Accountant / Finance Manager is responsible for the management of the Council’s financial affairs, ensuring  that the Council’s processes conform with statutory requirements, and  improving them to meet best practice and improve efficiency. The Accountant is responsible for providing sound professional advice on accounting practices to the Responsible Finance Officer.

 

The successful candidate will also manage, and be assisted by, the Accounts Assistant.

The Council is committed to equal opportunities and offers flexible working arrangements to fit around family or other commitments.

For more information, download the recruitment pack.