Job Description

Position Overview:

This role provides the opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding public funds and providing accurate financial advice and reporting to support decision-making.

The Finance Officer will support the Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) in managing the Town Council's financial operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best practice.

Previous experience in Local Government is not essential, however experience in a financial setting, managing finances, setting budgets and managing meetings would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Town Clerk/RFO in managing the Council's financial arrangements. Serve as Clerk to the Finance, Resources and General Purposes Committee: prepare agendas, supporting papers, and minutes. Manage day-to-day financial operations including banking, payments, invoices, refunds, and reconciliations. Ensure compliance with Financial Regulations and relevant legislation. Prepare and maintain financial records and statutory returns. Support grant applications, fundraising initiatives, and income generation. Prepare draft budget estimates and financial forecasts. Manage payroll and pension arrangements. Assist with the Annual Return and audit process. Produce and present financial reports for Council and committees.

About You

We are looking for someone who is flexible and committed to developing their skills.

It would be an advantage to have the following skills:

Strong organisational and numerical skills. Experience in financial management. Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing priorities. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Ideally CiLCA or FiLCA qualified or willing to work towards it. Willingness to attend evening meetings.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits in line with Local Government Green Book terms and conditions. Local Government Pension Scheme. Opportunities for professional development and training. A supportive, collaborative working environment. The chance to shape the future of local services as the Council grows.

More information

Bovey Tracey Town Council values a diverse workforce and is supportive of the needs of all applicants and employees. If at any stage of the recruitment process you need any reasonable adjustments or have requirements that you would like us to consider, please let us know.

Bovey Tracey Town Council is supportive of the needs of all applicants and employees. Applications from people wishing to request a flexible working pattern, including part-time hours are welcome.

For an informal discussion about the role and potential working arrangements please contact: Mark Wells, Town Clerk & Responsible Finance Officer on

01626 834217

or email

info@boveytracey.gov.uk

How to Apply:

To download a recruitment pack and an application form, please visit www.boveytracey.gov.uk.

Application and monitoring forms to be emailed to:

info@boveytracey.gov.uk

Closing date for applications:

6th January 2026

Interviews will be held:

Mid to late January 2026

Please note: All applications must be made using the official application form; CVs will not be accepted.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,540.00-31,537.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/01/2026