Trainee Finance Assistant

Church in Wales

The Finance Department is responsible for provision of wide-ranging financial services and advice for the Representative Body and other provincial bodies. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Finance team as a Trainee Finance Assistant. This role is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in finance within the not-for-profit sector.

Essential

  • A keen interest in developing a career in finance.
  • Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Willingness to learn and take initiative.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people.

Desirable

  • Some experience in an office or administrative role
  • An understanding of basic finance or bookkeeping principles
  • Commitment to studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT)
  • Experience of using SharePoint as a file repository system
  • An empathy with the mission and ministry of the Church in Wales

Salary: Grade B (£25,058)

Contract: Permanent

Reporting to: Financial Controller

Hours of Work: Full time (34.75 hours per week)

Closing date 6th November 2025 at 10.00 am

Interview date 14 November 2025 at 2 Callaghan Square

 

To apply for this job please visit www.churchinwales.org.uk.