Finance for Councillors
Session leader:
Steve Parkinson, The Parkinson Partnership LLP
Steve is a former Town Clerk & an accountant with 30 years' experience in public sector finance, who specialises in advice & training for the local council sector.
Course overview:
This session is for councillors only and is designed to give them a greater understanding of their duties with regard to the council's finances.
Topics include:
• Roles and responsibilities
• setting a budget and precept
• Financial control
• The Annual Governance & Accountability Return
• Internal and external audit
• How VAT applies to local councils
By the end of the session you will:
• Understand the council's duties regarding financial management
• Be aware of relevant legislation and sources of guidance
• Be aware of how the council's accounts are prepared and audited
• Recognise the importance of internal controls
• Understand how VAT law applies to your council
This is an interactive session, you will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop or tablet to be able to participate fully.
Costs:
£40 per delegate (member rate)
£115 per delegate (non-member rate)
Dates:
Wednesday 2nd December 2020 - 1.30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Tuesday 15th December 2020 - 10.00am - FULLY BOOKED
Thursday 27th May 2021 - 10.00am
Thursday 22nd July 2021, 10.00am