Parish Clerk

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused local authority is seeking a part-time Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer to manage day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with statutory obligations. Candidates must have excellent administrative and communication skills, knowledge of financial record keeping, and the ability to work independently. The job offers flexible, home-based working arrangements and a competitive salary aligned with NJC pay scales, reflecting both experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Flexible, home-based working arrangements

Opportunities for community impact

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Must have strong administrative and organisational experience.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines is essential.
• Knowledge of local council law and procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the council’s Proper Officer ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
• Manage day-to-day administration and provide professional advice to councillors.
• Oversee all financial duties, including budgeting and year-end accounts preparation.

Skills

Excellent administrative, organisational and communication skills

Strong IT competency

Knowledge of financial record keeping

Ability to work independently

Diplomatic approach

Education

Previous experience as a Parish Clerk or in local government administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Contract:Temporary until 27 November 2026, required as soon as possible
• Reference:0555

Horham and Athelington Parish Councilare seeking to appoint a Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer to join their team.

The Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) is the Proper Officer of Horham and Athelington Parish Council, ensuring that the council’s decisions are carried out lawfully, efficiently and in line with statutory requirements. As RFO, the role also oversees the proper administration of the council’s finances in accordance with legislation and good governance practices.

You will manage the day-to-day administration of the Parish Council, provide professional advice to councillors, maintain accurate records, support the democratic process through meeting preparation, and ensure the effective financial management of the council. The role is part-time, home-based, and includes attending scheduled Parish Council meetings in Kettleburgh.

You will:

• act as the council’s Proper Officer and ensuring full compliance with statutory and governance obligations
• prepare agendas, reports and minutes for Parish Council meetings and implement council decisions
• provide professional advice on governance, policy, procedures and local council operations
• manage correspondence and maintain effective communication with residents, contractors, authorities and partner organisations
• undertake all financial duties, including budgeting, financial record keeping, bank reconciliation, payments, receipts and preparation of year-end accounts for audit
• ensure all council policies, procedures and statutory transparency requirements are up to date
• maintain the council website and ensuring the publication of agendas, minutes and statutory documents
• act as the Data Protection Officer and ensuring GDPR compliance.

About you

Qualifications and main skills:

• Excellent administrative, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong IT competency, including Microsoft Office and email systems.
• Knowledge of financial record keeping and basic accounting principles.
• A professional, diplomatic approach when working with councillors, residents and external organisations.
• Strong administrative and organisational experience.
• Competence in financial administration and record keeping.
• Ability to work independently from home and attend scheduled meetings.
• Previous experience as a Parish Clerk, RFO or in local government administration.
• Knowledge of local council law, powers and procedures.
• Familiarity with local government financial and audit processes.

About us

Horham and Athelington Parish Council is a small, committed local authority dedicated to serving the residents of Kettleburgh. We take pride in maintaining transparent, effective and community-focused governance. Working with us means supporting a proactive council that values professionalism, collaboration and a positive working environment. As a small parish council, we offer a friendly, flexible and supportive setting where your contribution can truly make a difference to the local community.

What we will offer you:

• Flexible, home-based working arrangements.
• An opportunity to influence and support local decision-making.
• Competitive salary aligned with NJC pay scales and reflective of your experience and qualifications.
• A role that offers autonomy, variety and meaningful community impact.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 21948
• Posting Date 01/06/2026, 09:24 AM
• Locations Horham and Athelington Parish Council