The post is full time working 37 hours per week and is paid at Salary Band 5(i) covering Salary
Scale Points 33 to 36 (£44,075 – £47,181 per annum). A market supplement may be paid for
an outstanding candidate, up to Salary Scale Point 40 – salary £51,356 per annum.

As Finance Manager, you will be a dynamic, qualified and experienced individual to join our
Corporate Management Team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our small finance team and
overseeing all aspects of the financial management of the Council, including preparing the
medium-term financial plan, annual budgets and year-end accounts, and overseeing the
management of internal audit, payroll, accounts payable and receivable.

You will need sound financial knowledge and experience, preferably at management level within
a local government organisation, and a knowledge of the legal and financial framework relating
to local councils. A relevant accountancy qualification would also be desirable.

The Council is committed to further enhancing its image as a pro-active and financially
responsible Council, working in partnership with, listening to and speaking up for the
community of Great Aycliffe.

If you feel you can help meet the challenge, please complete an application pack, which is
available to download from the Council website at www.great-aycliffe.gov.uk/jobs or upon
request from the Council Offices, telephone 01325 300700.

The job brings with it benefits including 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 28
days after five years’ continuous service; access to the Local Government Pension Scheme;
flexible and home working arrangements, and discounted memberships at the Oak Leaf Sports
and Golf Complex.

Please contact the Town Clerk on 01325 300700 or by email daniel.austin@great-aycliffe.gov.uk if
you wish to have an informal discussion about the job.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 29th June 2026.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday 6th July 2026.