At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance team and manage budgets for community services.
- Company: Great Aycliffe Town Council, a key player in local governance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, and opportunities to make a community impact.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a focus on strong governance and community value.
- Why this job: Shape financial strategies and support your community's growth.
- Qualifications: Qualified finance professional with leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 47181 - 47181 £ per year.
Finance Manager Newton Ayliffe - Hybrid Full Time | 37 Hours per Week £44,075 - £47,181 per annum Market supplement available for an exceptional candidate (up to £51,356) Make a Difference in Your Community Great Aycliffe Town Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Finance Manager to join its Corporate Management Team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to play a key role in supporting the strategic and financial management of one of the largest and most active town councils in the country.
Reporting directly to the Town Clerk, you will lead a small finance team and take responsibility for the Council's financial management, ensuring strong governance, regulatory compliance and value for money across a wide range of community services and facilities.
About the Role As Finance Manager and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO), you will: Lead and manage the Council's finance function and finance team.
Prepare and monitor annual budgets and medium-term financial plans.
Produce year-end accounts and statutory financial returns.
Oversee treasury management, payroll, accounts payable and receivable.
Manage audit processes, financial controls and risk management arrangements.
Provide strategic financial advice and s...