Would you like to help the Council to manage its governance effectively?
Barnsley Council is looking to appoint two members of the public to serve as Independent Members on the Audit and Governance Committee. The Audit and Governance Committee comprises nine people, four Council Members and five independent lay members.
Expressions of interest are invited from individuals who have financial or governance experience, ideally within a large organisation, to join the Audit and Governance Committee. It is particularly important to have an appreciation and understanding of the financial and service pressures currently on the Council as it seeks to address the significant challenge it faces and the potential impact this will have on the services provided to the residents of the Borough.
The role of the Audit and Governance Committee is to provide independent assurance to the Council regarding the adequacy and effectiveness of the Authority’s systems of governance incorporating internal control and risk management arrangements and to oversee the statutory financial reporting process. This assurance is primarily informed through the consideration of the work of the Authority’s internal and external auditors.
The Audit and Governance Committee meets approximately eight times a year. The term of appointment is for a maximum of two 4-year terms. Training is provided upon commencement and regularly throughout the year.
The role carries modest remuneration of £1,209 per annum.
If you would like more information regarding this role please contact Rob Winter, Head of Internal Audit, Anti-Fraud and Assurance (01226 773241 or 07786 525319).
A recruitment pack and application form are available from alisonsalt@barnsley.gov.uk
Expressions of interest should be made on the Councils application form with a brief supporting letter and should be sent by email to Alison Salt, Corporate Governance and Assurance Manager - alisonsalt@barnsley.gov.uk
Selection will be through interview by a panel and interviews will be held in person in Barnsley Town Hall during November.
