Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer - Wimborne Town Council

You will have experience in public services, people management, finances and audit oversight and will hold (or be prepared to complete) a CiLCA qualification. You will be an excellent communicator, demonstrate strong leadership skills, a commitment to public service, manage complex relationships with the ability to think strategically and forge strong partnerships in the community. You will have overall responsibility for the management of the Council’s services and ensure good governance practices working with councillors on the delivery of the Council’s Strategic and Annual Plan’s. As the Proper Officer you will ensure the Council operates within the statutory frameworks which govern it (including compliance with relevant law and regulations) and remains up-to-date with best practice. As Responsible Financial Officer you will be responsible for the Council’s finances, ensuring effective accounting systems are in place, overseeing the annual return process, monitoring and drafting budgets and procurement processes.