Responsible Finance Officer

Appointment of a Responsible Finance Officer at Hailsham Town Council

Do you want to make a difference? Change more than your work/life balance? The Responsible Finance Officer role will suit anyone who strives for new challenges and who can help us develop and execute our plans to deliver projects of great benefit to our residents.

· The Responsible Finance Officer role is a vital position within an established team.

· The role is key to supporting the positive progress the Town Council has been making in recent years.

Hailsham Town Council is proud to serve the people of Hailsham, delivering and enabling a range of services to residents and visitors – from parks, allotments and cemeteries to events, community centres, Post Office and Youth Service.

The Responsible Finance Officer will join our fantastic Town Council team, as we work to create an exciting future and embrace opportunities to enhance our great town. Hailsham is going places – and so can you!

If you have the attitude, skills and experience that we need, we want to hear from you. Get in touch for an informal conversation or read more about the role here.

If you believe in the integrity and value of delivering local government services and projects, and you are looking for a rewarding job role, now is a great time to join our friendly team and be part of our continued success. Duties will include:

· Providing day to day financial management of the Town Council under the direction of the Town Clerk.

· Managing the Town Council’s financial affairs within the legal framework for Local Authorities and to comply with current legislation, statements of recommended practice and accounting codes of practice to ensure that the Town Council complies with the Financial Regulations approved by the council.

Responsible Finance Officer requirements:

· A professional manner and the ability to work to a high standard

· Able to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team.

· Experience at a senior level in an organisation with responsibility for key financial functions.

· Budget setting and financial management skills.

· Excellent oral, written and email communication skills, including an ability to relate to, and communicate with councillors, staff, public and external agencies.

Would you like to know more about the Responsible Finance Officer role? To obtain an information pack with full details and application form, please click on the apply link above or email: enquiries@hailsham-tc.gov.uk

Applications must be received by 9am on 25th November 2024

Interviews will be held on 6 December 2024.  

If you would like to an informal chat about the Responsible Finance Officer position, please contact John Harrison, Town Clerk, john.harrison@hailsham-tc.gov.uk, 01323 841702