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ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for an ambitious CCAB or CIMA part qualified professional to join our Finance Business Partner Team. Reporting to the Finance Business Partner (Support Services), the main responsibilities of the post holder will be to:
• &nbsp; &nbsp;Provide professional and expert accounting and technical service to a range of services including the Council’s Support Services, more specifically Corporate Services, ICT and Business Change &amp; Digital; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Provide support to the Finance Business Partner (Support Services); • &nbsp; &nbsp;Contribute to budget setting and the production of the annual budget book; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Provide budget monitoring information to managers; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Contribute to the closure of the accounts by the statutory deadline; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Produce financial information for reports written by officers of the council; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Input into monthly Key Performance Information to the Senior Leadership Team; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Calculating corporate overheads (recharges) for the Support Services.
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will:
• &nbsp; &nbsp;be CCAB or CIMA part qualified accountant; • &nbsp; &nbsp;have local government experience; • &nbsp; &nbsp;have a good understanding of council services and experience in providing professional financial advice to budget managers; • &nbsp; &nbsp;have advanced computer skills, the ability to question and analyse data and to present it in a coherent and user friendly format; • &nbsp; &nbsp;be flexible, with a motivated attitude, and the ability to work unsupervised when necessary and have a good working understanding of finance packages.
OUR BENEFITS 
• &nbsp; &nbsp;Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants • &nbsp; &nbsp;Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements.&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Part time and Job share opportunities - all our full-time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated. • &nbsp; &nbsp;A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave. • &nbsp; &nbsp;25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service) • &nbsp; &nbsp;An extensive range of learning and development opportunities • &nbsp; &nbsp;Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues • &nbsp; &nbsp;Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport • &nbsp; &nbsp;Cycle to Work scheme • &nbsp; &nbsp;Stevenage Credit Union: secure savings, free life insurance and access to cheap loans. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Employee Discounts: via monthly paid membership of the <a href="https://www.cssc.co.uk/" target="_blank">Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC)</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Discounted Health and Fitness membership&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union. &nbsp; &nbsp;
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be made on online - please click on the apply link above.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact
Name: Phil Emmett
Job Title: Finance Business Partner (Support Services)
Phone Number: 01438 242818
Email: <a href="mailto:phil.emmett@stevenage.gov.uk" target="_blank">phil.emmett@stevenage.gov.uk</a>
Closing date for receipt of applications: 20 July 2025
Interviews will be held week commencing: 28 July and 4 August 2025
Please note that if we receive a large volume of applications for this role, we reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the published closing date
Stevenage Borough Council (SBC) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and recruitment candidates to share this commitment. SBC shall take all reasonable steps to employ staff who are safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults. For posts identified with regular contact with these groups applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview. The council supports the legislative requirements for employing and maintaining safer staff and the guidance specified by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/adult-social-services/report-a-concern-about-an-adult/hertfordshire-safeguarding-adults-board/hertfordshire-safeguarding-adults-board.aspx" target="_blank">Hertfordshire Safeguarding Adults Board</a>
Stevenage Borough Council is committed to Equal Opportunities for All. For further information please click <a href="https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/equality-and-diversity" target="_blank">https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/about-the-council/equality-and-diversity</a>

Assistant Finance Business Partner

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Thank you for your interest in this key management role at Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council.
The Corporate Manager – Financial Accounting (Deputy S151 Officer) will play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership and management of our corporate finance function.&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed an exciting strategic&nbsp;partnership,&nbsp;and the Corporate Finance Team provide important support to both Councils.
About us
While the two authorities do not share a boundary, they share many characteristics. They have similar sized budgets, a commonality in economies and a similar approach to service design. Located in the south of Essex and approximately 20 miles apart, the two areas present a blend of characteristics. The two areas present a blend of characteristics. Brentwood is well-known for its green space and woodlands, even though it’s located within easy commuting distance of London – and the new Elizabeth Line has made this connection even better, with faster and more frequent trains. Rochford is a mix of urban and rural, and London Southend Airport sits within its boundaries.
About the role
The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. This is a pivotal role, responsible for financial accounting, treasury management, statutory returns, risk, insurance, systems and fraud services across two Councils.
As Deputy Section 151 Officer, you will support the statutory duties of the Strategic Director Finance, deputising in their absence to ensure the Council maintains the highest standards of financial governance, resilience, and accountability.
About the candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be a proactive finance leader who is CCAB, CIPFA, ACCA or CIMA qualified and have experience operating at a senior level within a finance function, preferably in a local government setting.
A strong understanding of financial systems, local government finance and treasury management is essential as well as the ability to inspire, empower, and motivate teams. You will also have a high degree of organisational and political awareness and the ability to influence and build strong relationships.
Benefits of working for us
In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.
Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.
For an informal discussion please David Dickinson, Strategic Director Finance (Section 151 Officer) on 0127 7312914 or via email <a href="mailto:david.dickinson@brentwood.gov.uk" target="_blank">david.dickinson@brentwood.gov.uk</a>.
Interviews are likely to be held on 30 &amp; 31st July 2025.&nbsp;

Brentwood Borough Council

Corporate Manager - Financial Accounting

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself making a difference in your local community?Can you lead a high-performing team that supports some of our most vulnerable residents?Does the idea of contributing to a fair, efficient Adult Social Care service appeal to you?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Adult Social Care Division is looking for a passionate and dedicated Client Finance Team Manager to join our amazing service and help make a difference today!About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Charging Team within Southwark Council’s Personal Budgets and Client Finance Service. With a strong focus on financial assessments, the team plays a critical role in reviewing financial assessment forms, calculating client contributions, and ensuring residents receive fair and accurate decisions on their eligibility for council-funded care.As Client Finance Team Manager, you’ll be responsible for:<ul><li>Managing a team of seven Client Finance Caseworkers.</li><li>Overseeing the processing of new financial assessments and ensuring supporting evidence is collected.</li><li>Leading the review of historical cases to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.</li><li>Ensuring assessments are completed fairly, efficiently, and in line with legislation and council policy.</li><li>Contributing to Adult Social Care’s financial sustainability by ensuring accurate income collection.</li></ul>About You:We’re looking for someone with a strong understanding of financial assessment processes in Adult Social Care and the ability to lead and motivate a busy team. You’ll bring:<ul><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance or assessment-related team.</li><li>A clear understanding of personal budgets, charging policies, and relevant legislation.</li><li>Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>A commitment to fairness, quality service delivery, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>About the Team:You’ll be joining a supportive and purpose-driven team at the heart of Southwark Council’s Adult Social Care Division, with a budget of over £120 million dedicated to improving lives in our community. Our Personal Budgets and Client Finance Service plays a vital role in ensuring equitable access to support and funding.At Southwark, we’re committed to development, collaboration, and inclusion. You’ll have access to professional growth opportunities, supportive leadership, and the chance to make a real impact.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Deborah Greenwood at <a href="mailto:deborah.greenwood@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">deborah.greenwood@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 28th July 2025Shortlisting date/s: 29th July 2025Interview date/s: 7th August 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2545824&amp;ptId=105640" target="_blank">Client Finance Team Manager.docx</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Client Finance Team Manager

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Fixed Term Contract – 18 Months
Ealing Council is a diverse and ambitious organisation that serves one of the largest and most multi-cultural boroughs in London.
We are committed to improving the lives of our residents by building strong and connected communities. We aim to create an environment where every child can reach their potential and achieve their dreams.
To help us achieve this, we are we are looking to recruit an experienced professional with a strong finance background to join our School Bursarial Service as a Senior Support Officer on an 18 month fixed term contract.
The School Bursarial Service is a team of dedicated experienced education finance specialists, providing a client focused traded service covering operational finance support and strategic finance consultancy.
The team support a large number of local authority maintained schools across the borough, offering a range of flexible and comprehensive support options tailored to their needs. We work across all ages, phases and types of maintained education provision.
The School Bursarial Service (SBS) is committed to delivering efficient, professional, flexible, front-line support from a team with diverse experience and qualifications.
As a School Bursarial Service Senior Support Officer, you will:
Provide essential front-line support to schools in collecting, collating, maintaining, analysing and reporting on finance data, and monitoring outcomes in relation to schools’ financial performance.
Design and deliver impactful training session and assist the Head of Service in the development of the service, its systems and processes.
Support schools in producing and interpreting both financial and non-financial information, meeting statutory reporting requirements, forecasting, modelling and planning for the impact of internal and external risk factors and opportunities across all aspects of income and expenditure.
Provide strategic advice on funding streams, sustainable budget planning, benchmarking, financial efficiencies and deficit recovery planning.
Ensure continuous development so that our practice is of a high quality. We make ongoing improvements to our service, strengthening the way we work to increase levels of financial knowledge, sustainability and resilience within schools.
Collaborate and work in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders. Partnership working with schools and other local authority services and department is at the heart of our approach.
Where we work
We try to go to the office at Ealing Headquarters at least once a week, and some of our work is done in the schools of the borough of Ealing.
Get in touch if you would like to know more.
If you are interested in the role and working for Ealing, we would love to receive your application. If you would like an informal discussion about the role before you apply, contact Kim Price via <a href="mailto:kprice@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">kprice@ealing.gov.uk</a>.
This post is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.
Closing date:&nbsp;Monday 21 July 2025
Interviews:&nbsp;to be held week commencing 04 August 2025

London Borough of Ealing

Schools Bursarial Service Senior Support Officer

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<h1>Summary</h1>What you'll doAre you looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career opportunity working for one of London's biggest housing associations, Notting Hill Genesis? Can you provide a first-class service to enhance and improve the customer satisfaction of our residents? Notting Hill Genesis are offering a fantastic opportunity to join us as a Service Charge Officer in our Service Charge Operations Team working alongside our P&amp;E, C&amp;S &amp; EMA teams, supporting two service charge business partners. As a Service Charge Officer, you will support our customers and operational colleagues to provide a high-quality service to our residents that helps us to meet our six priorities as outlined in our customer strategy. This role is based in the office/on-site for a minimum of 3 days per week. How you'll do it<ul>
<li>Support the delivery of a comprehensive service charge management framework. Assist in identifying high risk schemes and support the implementation of action plans to ensure business risks are mitigated and customer centric outcomes delivered. </li>
<li>Work with the Business Partners to proactively engage with your operational colleagues to ensure service charge priorities are delivered. Be responsive and can do in the face of queries.</li>
<li>Support the effective delivery of all aspects of the service charge cycle, including meaningful consultation with residents on service charge budgets, robust in-year variance reporting and quality end of year reconciliations/accounts.</li>
<li>Support the effective resolution of disputes, mediation, or First Tier Tribunal (FTT) processes, providing first class expertise to service charge and operational colleagues.</li>
<li>Support the compliant delivery of Qualifying Long Term Agreements (QLTAs)</li>
<li>Assist with spot checks on key schemes to provide Quality Assurance and implement action plans where necessary.</li>
<li>Support effective systems and data management in relation to service charges, including the processing and dissemination of all documentation related to the service charge cycle.</li>
<li>Where necessary, manage supplier invoices and purchase orders to ensure costs are coded correctly. Work with the Business Partners to ensure costs not coded correctly to schemes reach their rightful home.</li>
<li>Work with operational colleagues to develop value for money services, where cost pressures are mitigated for residents and all appropriate costs recouped for the business.</li>
<li>Work with your service charge colleagues to collectively become a centre of excellence for service charge practice, learning from other providers to continually amend and develop practices for the benefit of the business and residents.</li>
</ul>The Ideal CandidateWe believe great service starts with great people, and we are committed to recruiting and developing passionate, enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our thriving organisation. Under two Service Charge Business Partners, you will work alongside other Service Charge Officer peers to work consistently and share best practice. You will be proficient with excel and numbers and be confident with service charge compliance legislation. You will be as comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets, as getting out and about with local officers to see how service charges come to life when mapped onto the properties in your region.   A strong communicator, both written and verbal, you will play a key role in motivating and supporting operational staff in breaking down service charge accounts for residents. You will have the talent to explain how service charges work in a clear, accessible, and inclusive manner. You can break down jargon and complicated processes and communicate these clearly to operational colleagues and residents alike. You seek solutions and proactively identify risks to flag these to stakeholders.  Above all else, you take pride in your work and seek to establish a culture of service improvement. As a resident advocate, you see how your work affects residents and the part you play. <ul>
<li>Understanding and experience of working compliantly with varying service charge regimes (fixed and variable).</li>
<li>Experience of reading and understanding tenancy agreements, leases, deeds of transfer etc.</li>
<li>Experience of building and managing effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, ideally in a matrix way across teams.  </li>
<li>Experience of effective analysis of complex data to make business decisions. </li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills. </li>
<li>Strong IT skills, including advanced Excel. </li>
<li>Awareness of the RICS service charge residential code and ICAEW tech 03/11 and how to apply them.</li>
</ul>What's in it for you?Once you join us, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow within our organisation. You'll also have access to a wide range of learning opportunities to help you achieve and maximise your potential. Benefits include: <ul>
<li>Excellent annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Generous pension scheme </li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay in addition to statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Employee assistance - free confidential advice and counselling services provided by independent specialist organisations. </li>
<li>Health cash plan </li>
<li>Staff discounts - we give our staff access to discounts at hundreds of major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment, days out, insurance, and much more. </li>
<li>Interest free loans - season ticket loan, tenancy deposit loan, and training loan </li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme. </li>
<li>Life Assurance x 4 annual salary</li>
</ul>All about usNotting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and it is now one of the largest housing associations in London. We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff. Selection ProcessStep 1: If you are interested, please send your application now! Closing date is midnight 20th July 2025Step 2: Successful candidates will be invited to interview and to present a presentationPlease apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via .  Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity

Notting Hill Genesis

Service Charge Officer

<h4>The Role</h4>This role sits within the Commercial Services Team reporting to the Divisional Commercial Manager. Working alongside the Senior Quantity Surveyor this role provides services to the Asset Management Service - predominantly Public Realm; Pest Control Service and Fleet Service in both client and contractor capacities.The SFO provides professional commercial and financial services to ensure the Traded Services Division and the Council achieves best value in delivering services and maximises the commercial opportunities available to it.As well as traditional financial and management reporting responsibilities, the Senior Finance Officer will work alongside the SQS in contract management and compliance and performance evaluation of income generation, costs and margins from a wide range of services, projects and contracts.The Senior Finance Officer will liaise with stakeholders including Delivery Managers, Business Service Managers, Senior Management teams, Councillors and Cabinet members on commercial issues relating to the division, and support in the delivery of complex written reports complete with analysis.The successful candidate will be involved in developing and continuously improving services using business process review techniques, reviewing procedures, and monitoring their implementation.An excellent communicator with strong written skills this person will use their commercial and financial knowledge to help improve Traded Services.The successful candidate will be committed to their continuous development as a leader.<h4>About Southwark</h4>We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.The areas of work will initially focus on public realm street lighting and metalworks fabrication.The initial focus will be on pricing and cost value reconciliations. Applicants will need to be able to understand how costs are built up using standard costing techniques involving materials, labour and overhead, and work with the Senior Quantity Surveyor on existing books of rates, and also develop and build from scratch a mixed variety of SOR's and evidence base they are fit for purpose.Business process maps and supporting procedures will need to be developed and/or maintained in relation to all elements of the delivery process, including but not restricted to materials, quantities/volumes, costs/pricing, labour and other direct costs, time/productivity and overhead recovery.Applicants will need to have been exposed to procurement and the various frameworksA fit for purpose suite of KPI's will need to be developed and maintained.Applicants must be able to work with and provide support, guidance and understanding to delivery staff that may have limited financial expertise and understanding.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Closing Date: 20/07/2025 Interview Date: 07/08/2025Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Join us on an 18-month fixed-term contract and help shape the future of our service.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2537384&amp;ptId=105559" target="_blank">Click to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Senior Finance Officer

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Are you organised, detail-oriented, and confident dealing with sensitive financial matters? We are looking for a Debt Recovery Officer to join our dedicated team at Hertsmere Borough Council.
In this key role, you will provide administrative, technical, and legal support for debt recovery proceedings and enforcement remedies in accordance with current legislation. You will also play an active part in direct negotiations with debtors, enforcement agents, and other relevant bodies, while identifying and processing irrecoverable debts.
Key responsibilities include:
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<li>Assisting with debt recovery proceedings through a variety of legal and enforcement methods</li>
<li>Supporting forfeiture proceedings for commercial leases in arrears</li>
<li>Attending County Court hearings relating to debt recovery, lease forfeiture, and opposing tenant relief applications</li>
<li>Liaising with external agencies and enforcement bodies</li>
<li>Managing case documentation and supporting legal processes throughout</li>
<li>Offering other general support to the Legal Services Team</li>
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What we are looking for:
A proactive, methodical individual with strong communication and negotiation skills and a sound understanding of debt recovery procedures.&nbsp;
The post holder will require a discreet and empathetic approach to deal with sensitive issues professionally.&nbsp; Experience in legal or enforcement environments is desirable but not essential.
Benefits include:
<ul>
<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of local government service), plus bank holidays</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Flexi-leave (accrue up to 2 extra days off per month)</li>
<li>Free gym membership</li>
<li>Cycle-to-Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides</li>
<li>Wellbeing initiatives including lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, and health MOTs</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Hybrid working – up to three days per week from home</li>
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If you are ready to contribute to fair and effective debt management while supporting the local community, we would love to hear from you.
Please note: this vacancy may close early depending on the volume of suitable applications received, so we encourage you to apply promptly.
Closing date:&nbsp; Monday 21st July, 10am
No Agencies – Direct Applications Only

Hertsmere Borough Council

Debt Recovery Officer

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Financial Transactions Officer - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract, Salary £35,154 Per Annum + Benefits.&nbsp;
Origin – Great homes, positive people and strong communities
An inspiring past and a bright future
A home is the essential foundation for a good quality of life, so what we do every day really matters to the wellbeing of our communities. Here at Origin, we trace our roots back 100 years, building and managing high quality homes as well as providing support services and housing for those who are most vulnerable in London and Hertfordshire. We work to provide safe, decent affordable homes and support for individuals and communities.
Focused on our residents, our driving ambition is to provide services that make people’s lives easier, and homes and communities they can be proud to live in. We are ‘not for profit’ and reinvest all our surpluses back into our varied and vibrant neighbourhoods.
The role – Financial Transactions Officer
As Financial Transactions Officer&nbsp;you will&nbsp;work across all the financial transaction functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash book postings, credit card processing.&nbsp;&nbsp;
What you’ll do
You will
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<li>Process payments and invoices against purchase orders accurately and timely as per company procedures.</li>
<li>Dispatch remittance advices for payments.</li>
<li>Deal with accounts payable and receivable queries from internal and external customers to ensure quick resolution.</li>
<li>Process BACS and cheque payment requests.</li>
<li>Import data into Finance system (SUN) from Housing Management system resolving any coding issues where necessary.</li>
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Skills and experience we'd like you to have
We’re looking for someone who:&nbsp;
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<li>Is part qualified AAT or studying towards this.</li>
<li>Has previous accounting administration experience</li>
<li>Has proven working experience of accounts payable, receivable, cashbook and reconciliation.</li>
<li>Has previous experience of financial systems – SUN, Q&amp;A and Proactis</li>
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Our Values
Our&nbsp;core values&nbsp;are at the heart of how we work
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<li>Take the lead</li>
<li>Create energy</li>
<li>Build trust</li>
<li>Be generous</li>
<li>Stay grounded</li>
<li>Remember the little things</li>
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We're committed to the wellbeing of our people and in creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Our benefits to you
<ul>
<li>Origin’s ways of working make it easier for you to balance work and home life. You will benefit from flexible working which offers you the opportunity to work from where you are most effective, with the technology and equipment you need, as well as access to flexible space for collaborative working.</li>
<li>A generous 25-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, that increases with time, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave</li>
<li>Salary £35,154 Per Annum + Benefits.</li>
<li>2 additional ‘giving something back’ volunteer days</li>
<li>A pension scheme with contributions from 4% - 8% of your salary</li>
<li>Family leave, compassionate leave and enhanced maternity pay</li>
<li>Simply Health cash plan providing money back when you spend on health appointments including physiotherapy, dental and opticians</li>
<li>Interest free loans to help spread the cost of a season ticket or another big purchase</li>
<li>Annual staff conference, team away days and annual team meal allowance</li>
<li>Access to Perk Box for fantastic savings on everyday purchases and much more</li>
<li>Free employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Opportunities to join staff network groups</li>
<li>Refer a friend bonus</li>
</ul>
We’re also committed to ensuring that our people have access to an excellent range of learning and development opportunities including our induction programme, course sponsorship, leadership development, mentoring and talent schemes along with professional membership if it’s a requirement to your role.
Tell us your story
We are looking forward to learning about you. Please help us get to know you by sending your latest CV and covering letter detailing how your skills and experience meet the requirements for the role of Financial Transactions Officer.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 13th July 2025
Please note that suitable candidates will be invited to interview throughout the application window and therefore the vacancy may close at short notice. However, all candidates will be advised of the outcome of their application and therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Origin Housing

Financial Transactions Officer

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Financial Transactions Team Leader - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract,&nbsp;Salary&nbsp;£39,898 per annum + benefits.
Origin – Great homes, positive people and strong communities
An inspiring past and a bright future
A home is the essential foundation for a good quality of life, so what we do every day really matters to the wellbeing of our communities. Here at Origin, we trace our roots back almost 100 years, building and managing high quality homes as well as providing support services and housing for those who are most vulnerable in London and Hertfordshire. We work to provide safe, decent affordable homes and support for individuals and communities.
Focused on our residents, our driving ambition is to provide services that make people’s lives easier, and homes and communities they can be proud to live in. We are ‘not for profit’ and reinvest all our surpluses back into our varied and vibrant neighbourhoods.
The role – Financial Transactions Team Leader
As Financial Transactions Team Leaderyou will lead, motivate and develop a team of Financial Transactions Officers, ensuring they deliver high-quality service to internal and external customers.
What you’ll do
You will
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<li>Monitor and review the performance of the transactions processing function, identifying, and implementing improvements and efficiencies.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations, and maintain effective internal controls and audit trails.</li>
<li>Prepare and submit monthly KPIs for your area of reporting and contribute to other reports as and when required. Provide input to all other reporting requirements and provide assistance to support the preparation of statutory accounts and audits.</li>
<li>Liaise with other departments, external agencies and stakeholders, and resolve any queries or issues relating to financial transactions.</li>
<li>Support the Treasury and Operations Manager and Head of Planning in delivering the financial strategy and objectives of the organisation.</li>
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Skills and experience we'd like you to have
We’re looking for someone who has:&nbsp;
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<li>A degree, relevant professional qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA part-qualified) or equivalent experience</li>
<li>Experience of managing and supervising a financial transactions team in a fast- paced environment or looking to step into management with a background in financial transactions.</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge and skills in accounting systems, processes and standards, and experience of using SUN accounts, Proactis and Orchard (MRI) Housing system.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, and attention to detail</li>
<li>Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills, ability to work collaboratively with others and delivering to given deadlines in a timely manner.</li>
<li>A commitment to Origin’s values and an understanding of the social housing sector.</li>
</ul>
Our Values
Our&nbsp;core values&nbsp;are at the heart of how we work
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<li>Take the lead</li>
<li>Create energy</li>
<li>Build trust</li>
<li>Be generous</li>
<li>Stay grounded</li>
<li>Remember the little things</li>
</ul>
We're committed to the wellbeing of our people and in creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Our benefits to you
<ul>
<li>Origin’s ways of working make it easier for you to balance work and home life. You will benefit from flexible working which offers you the opportunity to work from where you are most effective, with the technology and equipment you need, as well as access to flexible space for collaborative working.</li>
<li>A generous 25-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, that increases with time, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave</li>
<li>2 additional ‘giving something back’ volunteer days</li>
<li>Salary £39,898 per annum + benefits&nbsp;</li>
<li>A pension scheme with contributions from 4% - 8% of your salary</li>
<li>Family leave, compassionate leave and enhanced maternity pay</li>
<li>Simply Health cash plan providing money back when you spend on health appointments including physiotherapy, dental and opticians</li>
<li>Interest free loans to help spread the cost of a season ticket or another big purchase</li>
<li>Annual staff conference, team away days and annual team meal allowance</li>
<li>Access to Perk Box for fantastic savings on everyday purchases and much more</li>
<li>Free employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Opportunities to join staff network groups</li>
<li>Refer a friend bonus</li>
</ul>
We’re also committed to ensuring that our people have access to an excellent range of learning and development opportunities including our induction programme, course sponsorship, leadership development, mentoring and talent schemes along with professional membership if it’s a requirement to your role.
Tell us your story
We are looking forward to learning about you. Please help us get to know you by sending your latest CV and covering letter detailing how your skills and experience meet the requirements for the role of Financial Transactions Team Leader.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 13th July&nbsp;
Please note that suitable candidates will be invited to interview throughout the application window and therefore the vacancy may close at short notice. However, all candidates will be advised of the outcome of their application and therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Financial Transactions Team Leader

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Enfield Council are a dynamic local authority driven by a clear vision of how we will transform the borough, address inequality and create a lifetime of opportunities for everyone who lives, works and learns in Enfield. 
A vacancy has arisen in the Finance Business Partnering team - Education and Schools Finance Team for a Finance Assistant. 
The role will support a busy finance team providing timely and high standards of customer service to schools and other Council staff in respect of payments to schools and dealing with queries and other finance related tasks. Key duties include: 
 
 - Calculating and updating monthly payments to schools using the Council's schools advances system 
 - Completing financial reconciliations and ensuring that any imbalances are investigated and resolved 
 - Checking and following up on monthly and quarterly schools finance returns 
 - Liaising with Council staff and schools to deal with queries 
 - Pro-actively seeking opportunities to improve processes 
 
To be suitable for the role you need to have strong numeracy and literacy skills, have good attention to detail and work accurately. You will also have good IT skills, specifically using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and accounting skills. 
If you are have finance experience and enjoy dealing with people and resolving queries, then we'd like to hear from you. 
Enfield offers a hybrid working arrangement with an expectation that staff will be in the office at least one day every other week as a minimum. 
 
 - Staff will be expected to attend the office as required by the service. 
 
Contact Details - 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Rebecca Spyrou at <a href="mailto:rebecca.spyrou@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.spyrou@enfield.gov.uk</a> or at 020 8132 0008 
team. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

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