Location: Arundel Town Hall, Maltravers Street, Arundel, BN18 9AP
Telephone: 01903 882954
Email: admin@arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk
Hours: 8 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £20.00 per hour
Basis: Employed or self-employed, by agreement

Purpose of the Role

Arundel Town Council is seeking a reliable and experienced Bookkeeper to provide financial administration and bookkeeping support to the Council.

The successful candidate will maintain accurate financial records, support financial reporting, and assist the Responsible Financial Officer and Town Officer in the effective management of the Council’s finances.

The role will normally be based at Arundel Town Hall and includes attendance at evening meetings of the Finance Committee, held up to six times per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the Council’s accounting records using Xero accounting software.
• Process purchase invoices, payments, receipts and journal entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of income, expenditure, reserves and earmarked funds.
• Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports.
• Assist with budget monitoring and financial reporting to the Finance Committee and Council.
• Maintain the Council’s fixed asset register and other financial records.
• Assist with year-end financial procedures and internal and external audit requirements.
• Ensure that financial records are maintained in accordance with Council policies, financial regulations and relevant legal requirements.
• Liaise with councillors, officers, suppliers and auditors as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous bookkeeping or accounts administration experience.
• Experience of using Xero accounting software.
• A good understanding of bookkeeping procedures and bank reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience of working within local government or for a parish or town council.
• Knowledge of public-sector accounting and audit requirements.
• Experience of budget monitoring and management reporting.

Working Arrangements

• The role will normally be based at Arundel Town Hall.
• Working hours may be arranged flexibly by agreement.
• Attendance at evening Finance Committee meetings, held up to six times each year, is required.
• The role may be offered on either an employed or self-employed basis, subject to agreement.
• The rate is £20.00 per hour for 8 hours per week.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering email to admin@arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk.

For an informal discussion about the role, please call Arundel Town Council on 01903 882954 or email admin@arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk.

Applications will be considered as they are received.

Arundel Town Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates.