Llanedi Community Council invites applications for a dedicated Responsible Finance Officer to provide essential financial support to our Council. This is an office based (Tycroes & Hendy) part-time appointment (8 hours per week).
Key Responsibilities
· Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with legislation and audit standards.
· Prepare and present quarterly and annual financial reports.
· Handle payments, receipts, invoicing, banking, and basic payroll functions.
· Monitor budgets and offer financial guidance to Councillors and Staff.
· Prepare audit documentation and collaborate with Internal and External Auditors.
· Ensure compliance with financial regulations and local government accounting standards.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
· Recognised qualification in accounting or finance or significant relevant financial knowledge and experience of council finance.
· Strong bookkeeping, budget monitoring, and management accounts skills.
· Proficiency with accounting software (Rialtas) and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).
Desirable Knowledge & Personal Attributes
· Experience in hospitality finance with understanding of Labour Budgets, Margins as well as Profit & Loss reporting.
· Familiarity with local government financial procedures and the Welsh regulatory context.
· Self-motivated with strong organisational, time-management, and analytical skills.
· Meticulous attention to detail, with high levels of accuracy.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with Councillors, staff, auditors, and members of the public.
· High integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
· Welsh Language is desirable.
Terms of Appointment
· Hours: 8 hours per week (flexible working pattern).
· Salary: NJC SCP 32–36, pro rata dependent on experience
· Pension participation under the Local Government Pension Scheme.
· Starting date and interview details to be confirmed.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £22.20 per hour
Expected hours: 8 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person