18.5 hours per week
Fixed term up to 12 months
To manage the operational administration of the Council’s core Financial and
Revenues systems in accordance with corporate needs, legislation changes,
systems requirements and the needs of individual system users.
Responsible for the day-to-day management and maintenance of the Council’s Financial
and Revenues systems ensuring efficient and effective functionality for
all users. You will also lead on the implementation of new software and upgrades to existing
software, ensuring fully tested and liaising with relevant software
suppliers and users.
The roles includes:
- Continuous review, development and improvement of systems to meet
new initiatives, legislation and objectives.
- Contribute and collaborate with stakeholders to improve system developments and make better use of system functionality.
- Training of financial system users on new tools and changes to existing tools.
- Management, training and development of staff.
The successful candidate will need:
- QCF (NVQ) Level 4 or equivalent in a related field, or ability to demonstrate significant experience in major financial systems administration.
- Knowledge and understanding of financial systems and financial operations within a Local Government environment
- Excellent ICT, communication, organisation and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage and motivate staff to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.
The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
A Standard criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.
The council’s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.
Closing Date: 29 July 2026
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
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