Finance & Administration Officer
17 Days Old
25–30 hours per week
Hybrid Working
Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be supporting a local community council in the Cardiff area in the appointment of a Finance & Administration Officer to support the ongoing financial and administrative running of the council.
This is a varied and rewarding role that would suit a highly organised individual who enjoys working in a hands-on environment where no two days are the same. While the role has a strong finance focus, it also includes a wide range of administrative and operational responsibilities, supporting councillors and the wider team in delivering services to the local community.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys making a real difference locally and working closely with a small, friendly and collaborative team.
The Role
You will play a key role in supporting the council’s financial operations and governance, alongside wider administrative responsibilities.
Duties will include:
Managing day-to-day financial administration including invoicing, payments and debt management
Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
Maintaining financial records using accounting software (training on their accounts package, Scribe will be provided)
Supporting the preparation of council agendas and taking minutes at meetings
Attending monthly council meetings (Thursday evenings 7–9pm) and ensuring accurate record keeping
Handling general correspondence and supporting councillors with administrative tasks
Assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the council office and community facilities
Liaising with stakeholders including councillors, contractors and members of the public
About You
We are keen to hear from candidates who are:
Experienced in finance administration, bookkeeping or accounts
Comfortable managing a mix of finance and administrative responsibilities
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Confident communicating with a range of stakeholders
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Flexible and happy to support across a variety of duties
Down-to-earth and approachable, with a community-minded attitude
Experience with accounting systems such as Xero, Sage or similar would be beneficial.
Previous local government experience is welcome but not essential.
Working Arrangements
Part-time: 25–30 hours per week
Hybrid working: Minimum 2–3 days in the office
Flexible start and finish times available
Attendance at 1–2 evening council meetings per month (Thursday 7–9pm) – later start available on these days
Salary & Benefits
Starting salary circa £31,000 pro rata
33 days annual leave (pro rata)
Excellent pension contribution (18.5%)
On-site parking
Friendly and supportive working environment
Opportunity to play a meaningful role within the local community
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Môrwell Talent Solutions for a confidential discussion
- Location:
- Cardiff
- Salary:
- £30,000 - £32,000 /annum
- Job Type:
- PartTime
- Category:
- Accounting/Financial/Insurance
