Parish Bookkeeper

We are seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented Parish Bookkeeper to support the effective financial management of St Monica's Church in Palmers Green. Working closely with the Parish Priest, Parish Administrator, and volunteers, you will play a key role in ensuring that parish finances are managed accurately, transparently, and in line with diocesan procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong bookkeeping experience who values working within a community‑focused environment.

• Maintain accurate records of all parish income and expenditure using the OPAS accounting system
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations
• Prepare quarterly financial reports and the Annual Financial Return
• Manage petty cash and credit card transactions
• Ensure all financial records comply with audit and diocesan requirements

• Administer Planned Giving and Gift Aid processes in line with HMRC guidance
• Maintain accurate donor records and process Gift Aid declarations
• Reconcile contactless, online, and envelope donations
• Respond to parishioner queries regarding donations

• Support the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget
• Track income and expenditure against budget forecasts
• Provide financial insight to support decision‑making

• Maintain organised financial records and documentation
• Liaise with suppliers and resolve invoice queries
• Support financial controls including oversight of counting procedures
• Undertake required training (e.g. safeguarding and financial reporting)

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and use their own initiative
• Discreet and trustworthy when handling confidential information
• Flexible, approachable, and professional in manner
• Experience in financial accounting systems and Microsoft Office; AAT qualification (or equivalent)
• Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong Excel and general IT skills
• Understanding of, and sympathy with, the mission and values of the Catholic Church
• Experience working in a faith‑based or charitable setting is welcome but not essential

• £16 per hour;
  Permanent position;
  Part‑time (16 hours per week)
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part‑time employees)
• Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses
• Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services
• Pension scheme for eligible employees (5% paid by the employer)
• Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance / Death in Service benefit

Location:

St Monica's Church, Palmers Green, N13.

Closing date: 12th June Midday.

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