Governance & Finance Manager – Local Government

Hoople Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Job summary

Ledbury Town Council is seeking a Governance & Finance Manager to work with the Town Clerk/RFO to ensure the council operates effectively, lawfully and transparently. The role is 37 hours per week, permanent and office based in Ledbury.

You will lead financial administration, monitor budgets and oversee governance, legislation, and public sector financial management, supporting councillors and committees as required.

Qualifications

• Experience of financial administration and budget monitoring.
• Strong understanding of governance, legislation and public sector financial management.
• Experience in local government or parish/town council governance is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support budget preparation and monitoring, and precept management.
• Support financial reporting, accounts and audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with Financial Regulations and governance framework.
• Advise Councillors on governance and procedural matters.
• Support council and committee meetings, including agendas, reports and minutes.
• Maintain policies, Standing Orders and governance arrangements.
• Support FOI, GDPR and transparency requirements.
• Line manage administrative and finance staff.
• Deputise for the Town Clerk when required.

Skills

Finance management

Governance experience

Budget monitoring

Public sector knowledge

Job description

Ledbury Town Council is seeking a Governance & Finance Manager to work with the Town Clerk/RFO to ensure the council operates effectively, lawfully and transparently. The role is 37 hours per week, permanent and office based in Ledbury.

You will lead financial administration, monitor budgets and oversee governance, legislation, and public sector financial management, supporting councillors and committees as required.