Vacancy for a non-elected member of the public:

Newark and Sherwood District Council has a strong track record of good corporate governance and robust financial management, but remains keen to implement continuous improvement in these areas. To support this ongoing process, we are now seeking to recruit a proficient Independent Person to serve on the Council's Audit and Accounts Committee.

The Audit and Accounts Committee is a key component of our corporate governance. The committee provides an independent and high-level focus on the audit, assurance and reporting arrangements that underpin good governance and financial standards.

Its role is:

• To provide independent assurance to Councillors of the adequacy of the risk management framework and the internal control environment;


• To provide independent review of the Council's governance, risk management and control frameworks and oversees the financial reporting and annual governance processes;


• To oversee internal audit and external audit, helping to ensure efficient and effective assurance arrangements are in place.

An allowance of £500 per annum would be applied to the post. An allowance for reasonable travel expenses (where this is within the District) would also be reimbursed.

For more details contact Nick Wilson on 01636 655317 and to request an application form, please contact: personnel@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk