Finance for Councillors*
This course is for councillors and is designed to provide a greater understanding of the different aspects of council finances and their duties in that regard.
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
On the day
This is an interactive course and in order to fully particpate you will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop or tablet.
Please ensure you join the course at least 10 minutes before it starts and ensure your screen name includes your first and last names.
Course leader: Steve Parkinson, The Parkinson Partnership LLP
Steve is a former Town Clerk and an accountant with 30 years’ experience in public sector finance, who specialises in advice and training for the local council sector.
Event Information
| Event Date | Thu 21 May 2026 18:30 |
| Event End Date | Thu 21 May 2026 20:00 |
| Price | £35.00 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Essentials |
Contact
Telephone: 01305 224460
Member Advice: advice@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
Member Training: training@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
General Enquiries: info@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
