Admin & Finance Officer (Housing Services)

Job Title: Admin & Finance Officer - Housing Service

Location: Wandsworth, Hybrid working once training completed (2 days remote / 3 office)

Hourly rate 20.03 PAYE / 26.53 UMB Per Hour

Contract Length: 3-month contract (possibility of extension)

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 36 hours

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About the Role

As part of our Shared Staffing Arrangement, you'll provide comprehensive finance and administrative support across Housing Services. You'll manage supplier accounts for temporary accommodation, process invoices, and ensure accurate and timely payments. You'll also handle housing applications, council tax and utility bills for void properties, and support the Housing Mobility Scheme.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify and process invoices from accommodation providers and suppliers (approx. 40m annually).
• Resolve discrepancies and escalate suspicious transactions.
• Liaise with internal teams and external providers to ensure accurate billing and service delivery.
• Administer housing applications and ensure proper indexing and document handling.
• Manage orders and payments for goods and services via council systems.
• Support data protection requests and statutory reviews.
• Provide training and guidance to new team members.

What We're Looking For

• Strong understanding of admin and invoicing best practices.
• Experience working in busy, multi-agency environments.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in financial systems.
• High attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing tasks.
• Maths and English GCSE (Grade C or above) or equivalent.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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