Vacancy - Finance Officer
Published: 09 March 2023
Folkestone Town Council
Finance Officer
37 hours per week
(As required Monday to Friday but must be prepared to work out of office hours in order to attend Council meetings)
Permanent contract
Salary circa £37,261 - £42,503
SCP 31-36 + Local Government Pension Scheme
Casual user car allowance
This position will be subject to a DBS Check
Due to the retirement of the present Finance Officer, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join Folkestone Town Council as the Finance Officer supporting the financial governance function.
This is an opportunity for the right candidate to assist the Town Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer in providing an effective and efficient financial support service for the Town Council, maintaining appropriate and proper financial records, including production of financial statements, budgetary control, payroll, creditors and debtors.
The ideal candidate should have finance and accounting experience, preferably within local government. Care and attention to detail are essential. Knowledge of the Rialtas/Omega financial information system would be an advantage, although training will be given. This is a senior position and the successful postholder would be expected to take on the role of the Responsible Financial Officer in the absence of the Town Clerk.
To request a copy of the Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form please email toni.brenchley@folkestone-tc.gov.uk . Alternatively, these can be downloaded here; Job Description, Person Specification, Application Form.
Applications must be received by 9am on the 10th April 2023. Please note CVs will not be considered.
If you would like to discuss your suitability for the role please contact Phil Cross, our Acting Town Clerk, on 01303 257946 or email phil.cross@folkestone-tc.gov.uk