Parish Finance Administrator, Reading
About the role
Parish Finance Administrator
Salary: £7,020.00 (FTE £26,325.00)
Contract: Permanent, part-time
Hours: 10 hours per week, to be worked over 3 days
Location: English Martyrs Parish, Reading
Travel requirement: Some occasional travel may be required for training purposes
English Martyrs Parish, Reading are seeking a skilled and motivated Parish Finance Administrator to join English Martyrs Parish and support the Parish Priest in ensuring the effective financial management of the parish. This role is ideal for someone with strong financial administration experience who is looking for a part‑time position within a welcoming and values‑driven community.
About the Role
The Parish Finance Administrator will provide financial oversight for the parish, ensuring good stewardship of resources and smooth administrative operations. Key responsibilities include preparing budgets, managing accounts, producing financial reports, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting parish volunteers involved in finance-related tasks.
You will also assist with governance, compliance, Gift Aid, fundraising processes, and coordination with the Diocese of Portsmouth’s Finance and other Curia departments.
This is an exciting time to join our friendly, busy, and supportive team as we implement our 10-year Mission Plan, shaping the future of our Diocese and the communities we serve.
Covering Hampshire, Berkshire, South Oxford, and the Channel Islands, our Diocese is home to 87 parishes and 50 schools, serving over 27,000 practising Catholics and supporting 32,000 children and their families. Our work is both challenging and deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful.
For a detailed Job Description, Person Specification and more information about this role, please click on the links at the end of this advert.
Applicant Information
Employee benefits include 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata), free life assurance and employee wellbeing programme, and contributory pension scheme.
If you are inspired by the idea of working in a values-driven environment where your efforts will have a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
Come and be part of our mission!
Apply now!
The closing date for applications is 27th September 2026.
We encourage an early application as we may close this advertisement at our discretion before the date stated, if a high number of applicants apply.
Previous applicants need not apply.
You will be notified shortly after the closing date, should we wish to progress your application and invite you to an interview.
The Diocese of Portsmouth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all who support the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.
You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.