Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)

Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)

Stourport-on-Severn Town Council

Part time, 20 hours per week (days to be agreed) (Pay Award Pending)

Do you have a passion for public service and a strong track record in managing finances Stourport-on-Severn Town Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) to join our team.

This is a pivotal role for the Council, and you will be responsible for ensuring the effective and accountable management of our finances.

About the Role As the RFO, you will play a key role in the Council’s financial well-being. You will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

• Financial Management: Overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the Council, including expenditure control, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Financial Reporting: Producing accurate and timely financial reports, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards and statutory requirements.
• Financial Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating financial risks, maintaining a strong internal control framework, and ensuring best practice.
• Governance: Providing financial advice and guidance to the Council and its committees, supporting informed decision-making.
• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to all relevant legislation and regulations governing local authority finances.
• Internal Audit: You will facilitate the internal audit process and ensure appropriate action is taken on any recommendations. You are the ideal candidate if you have:
• Experience in public sector finance, ideally within a local authority environment (beneficial but not essential).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and provide clear financial information to a non-financial audience.
• A commitment to accuracy and detail. • A proactive and self-motivated approach to work. • Proficiency in financial management software.

We offer:

• A competitive salary SCP33 (£42,708 pro-rata), dependent on experience
• A contributory public sector pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 24%
• Flexibility on working days and times
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment in a historic and prestigious Council
• Study support to undertake relevant training
• The chance to make a real difference to the local community.

For further information and an application pack please click "Fast Apply"

Closing date for applications is Friday 13th June 2025.

Interviews will take place week commencing 7th July 2025