Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

Warwickshire County Council; Atherstone; Hybrid; GBP 49,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer to manage finances and support councillors. The ideal candidate will have a strong finance background, especially in Sage software, and experience in strategic management within local government. This part-time role offers flexible hours, hybrid working potential after an initial office-based period, and comprehensive training to support community initiatives. The role requires strong governance and financial stewardship skills.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Comprehensive training and professional development

Qualifications

• A solid financial background with relevant experience.
• Ability to plan, lead, coordinate, and support council operations at a senior level.
• Experience in the local government sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Play a central role in shaping the council’s direction.
• Support councillors and manage projects.
• Ensure strong governance and financial stewardship.

Skills

Experience with Sage software

Confidence in using IT and digital systems

Strategic management experience

Job description

Join Atherstone Town Council as Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)

Are you passionate about local communities? Are you seeking a role where you can make a real difference? We’re looking for someone with a strong finance background — especially someone skilled in Sage software. You will play a central role in shaping the council’s direction, supporting councillors, managing projects, and ensuring strong governance and financial stewardship.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, systems, and people, and who wants to help support and shape the future of our council.

What We’re Looking For

• A solid financial background — experience with Sage is highly desirable.
• Confidence in using IT and digital systems.
• Strategic management experience — the ability to plan, lead, coordinate, and support council operations at a senior level.
• Experience in the local government sector is an advantage.
• Knowledge of local government processes is desirable but not essential — full training and support will be provided.
• Whether you're an experienced Clerk/RFO or someone with strong, transferable skills from another sector (finance, management, administration, operations, etc.), we’d love to hear from you.

Who You’ll Work With

You’ll be joining a small, supportive team that includes a Deputy Clerk and an Admin Assistant, all working closely with councillors, residents, and local organisations. This is a role rooted in community — you’ll be helping deliver services, support local initiatives, and ensure the council runs smoothly and transparently.

Working Arrangements

You’ll be office-based for the first 6–12 months to gain a solid understanding of the role, the team, and our systems. After this period, there may be the opportunity for hybrid working, depending on service needs.

What We Offer

• Part-time, flexible hours (25 per week). Some evening and weekend work may be required.
• Hybrid working potential after the initial office-based period.
• Salary aligned with Local Government NJC pay scales, based on experience and qualifications SCP 37 (£48,226 pro rata)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive training and continued professional development, including support to achieve CiLCA.
• A meaningful role supporting and shaping your community.
• An inclusive and welcoming workplace — we are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

How to Apply

Closing date: Friday 20th Feb 2026 5pm.