JOBS
COLNE TOWN COUNCIL VACANCY DETAILS
Position sought: Finance Officer (25hrs a week over 4 days)
Salary: £16,750 – £18,437 per annum depending on experience.
Closing date and time for entries: 10th January 2022 at 10am
Interview date: W/C 17th January 2022
Commencement date: TBC – February 2022
Background
Colne Town Council has responsibility for delivery of Town Centre CCTV, Children’s Playgrounds, Multi Use Games Areas (MUGAs), Bus Shelters, Benches, Primet Community Centre, Colne Town Hall and Annex, 5 retail units and more recently, the Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival. All of this is on top of the management of an active and geographically dispersed Allotment portfolio and an already very active events programme, including the Colne Cycle Grand Prix, Seasonal Festivals, Markets and Hallowe’en events and occasional local markets.
The Post
Colne Town Council is looking for a Financial Officer to support the RFO in the management of the financial affairs of Colne Town Council.
Hours 25 per week over 4 days – Salary: £16,750 – £18,437 per annum depending on experience.
The FO will be responsible for the financial affairs of Colne Town Council and will support the Town Clerk & RFO in providing the Council with detailed financial guidance as to the availability of finance.
The successful applicant will have a formal accountancy qualification, be able to carry out all aspects of financial transaction processing up to the completion of annual accounts, will be highly literate and numerate, have good IT and presentational skills, and be able to communicate well with all types of audience. This role is politically restricted.
How to apply
Simply download the Job Description and Application form from our web site www.colnetowncouncil.org.uk, complete the application form cover sheet and submit it no later than 10am on 10th January 2022. C.V.’S will not be accepted.
Applications will be accepted in paper or electronic format.
If in electronic format they should be sent to [email protected]
If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Gina Langley on 01282 861888.
Please note that we expect a high volume of applicants for this post and your submission should ensure we are easily able to identify how you meet all the essential skills, otherwise you will not be considered for interview.
If additionally, you meet any of our “desirable” criteria, then please do include this.
Do not, at this stage, send Qualification Certificates or proof of identity.
Selection for Interview
We intend to shortlist and advise successful candidates they have been chosen for interview by 12th January 2022.
Position sought: Clerical Officer (20hrs a week over 3 days)
Salary: £11,440 per annum
Closing date and time for entries: 10th January 2022 at 10am
Interview date: W/C 17th January 2022
Commencement date: TBC – February 2022
Background
Colne Town Council has responsibility for delivery of Town Centre CCTV, Children’s Playgrounds, Multi Use Games Areas (MUGAs), Bus Shelters, Benches, Primet Community Centre, Colne Town Hall and Annex, 5 retail units and more recently, the Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival. All of this is on top of the management of an active and geographically dispersed Allotment portfolio and an already very active events programme, including the Colne Cycle Grand Prix, Seasonal Festivals, Markets and Hallowe’en events and occasional local markets.
The Post
The Clerical Officer (CO) of Colne Town Council is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day administration of the Town Council, supporting the Town Clerk & RFO and Councillors to deliver the best outcomes for the Council and the people of Colne.
Well organised, flexible, and reactive, the CO will thrive in a busy office environment with developing and ever-changing activities. Task driven and highly motivated, the CO is a completer-finisher through and through. The CO is the primary interface with members of the public and will also deal with residents, suppliers, staff, and other parts of local Government. The CO will be enthusiastic about the growth of the Council, as it embarks on new projects, assisting the Town Clerk & RFO and EAO administratively, as appropriate. There is some evening and weekend working when meetings and events are being held.
How to apply
Simply download the Job Description and Application form from our website www.colnetowncouncil.org.uk, complete the application form cover sheet and submit it no later than 10am on 10th January 2022. C.V.’S will not be accepted.
Applications will be accepted in paper or electronic format.
If in electronic format they should be sent to [email protected]
If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Gina Langley on 01282 861888.
Please note that we expect a high volume of applicants for this post and your submission should ensure we are easily able to identify how you meet all the essential skills, otherwise you will not be considered for interview.
If additionally, you meet any of our “desirable” criteria, then please do include this.
Do not, at this stage, send Qualification Certificates or proof of identity.
Selection for Interview
We intend to shortlist and advise successful candidates they have been chosen for interview by 12th January 2022.