Opportunities

Qualified Full-Time Responsible Finance Officer

Sandwich Town Council seeks a highly motivated and proactive individual for the position of Responsible Finance Officer.

The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day financial operations of the council and charities under the direction of the Town Clerk.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional organisational, communication, and administrative skills. We are seeking an individual who possesses enthusiasm, ambition and a strong commitment to this important role. Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• A recognised financial qualification, Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or similar
• Knowledge of Payroll
• Knowledge in AdvantEdge accounting software
• Knowledge of the local government statutory framework

Sandwich is one of the five original cinque ports and has been described as the most complete medieval town in England, with a population of around 5,000 and a current precept of £330,000, and ownership and oversight of significant assets and charitable funds that provide a further £300,000 in annual income.

The Town is situated close to the Kent coast and surrounded by several picturesque villages and gentle countryside. The Town Council has sixteen members of council and nine members of staff serving an active and involved electorate.

Application Form

Post Title: Responsible Finance Officer
Responsible to: Town Clerk
Salary Scale: SCP 21 – 25 (£32,115.00 – £35,235.00) starting point dependent upon experience
Working Hours: 37.5 Hours per week including occasional evenings
Pension: Auto enrolment in local government pension scheme
Paid holiday: 25 days per year
Location: The Guildhall, Cattle Market, Sandwich CT13 9AH
To Apply: Complete the application form (CV’s will not be accepted)
Post to: Town Clerk, Sandwich Town Council, The Guildhall Cattle Market, Sandwich, CT13 9AH
Or email: [email protected]
For informal enquiries, please contact the Town Clerk using the email address above or telephone 01304 617197
Deadline: Noon 18/07/2025
Interviews: To be arranged