Broughton & Milton Keynes Parish Council – RFO

Job Purpose

To support the Parish Manager in the effective administration, control and reporting of the Council’s finances.
To ensure that all financial activity is carried out in accordance with the Council’s Financial Regulations, Standing Orders, proper accounting practices and all relevant legislation.
To provide timely, accurate and understandable financial information to councillors and officers to support sound decision-making, transparency and stewardship of public funds.

(For a full job description listing all responsibilities, please get in touch with Clerk@broughtonandmkv-pc.gov.uk)

This is a part-time role of 22 hours per week, with flexibility to meet service requirements.
Hybrid working, but the post holder must remain available to attend the office, meetings and Council activities as required.
All homeworking must be undertaken securely and in accordance with Council policies, data protection requirements and confidentiality obligations.

Experience in local council, public sector, charity finance, bookkeeping or accounting.
Knowledge of local government finance, audit and accounting procedures.
Understanding of VAT, reserves, budgeting, cashflow and year-end accounts.
Strong numerical, analytical and IT skills, including Microsoft Office and finance systems.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage deadlines and priorities workload.
Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to undertake relevant training and maintain professional competence.
FilCA qualified or happy to study towards the qualification.
Experience of EDGE accounting platform would be advantageous.

To always act in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures.
Working flexibly in line with service needs.
To always maintain a professional and courteous approach.
To undertake any other reasonable duties assigned by the Parish Manager, commensurate with the grade and nature of the post.

The Council is committed to equality of opportunity and a safe, respectful working environment.
The post holder must promote equality and treat all people fairly and professionally.
The post holder must comply with health and safety requirements, fire safety procedures and all other relevant Council policies.

Please get in touch with Clerk@broughtonandmkv-pc.gov.uk for expressions of interest or for further information.