A Local Authority in Worcestershire is seeking a proactive Charges Advisor to join their Housing Income team on a 3-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering an effective service charge process for tenants and leaseholders while providing outstanding customer service. In this role, you will manage service charge queries and complaints, support the annual rent and service charge setting process, and ensure charges are accurately applied and invoiced. You will also assist with the recovery of former tenant arrears and housing debts, investigate appeals and complaints, and support responses to Ombudsman enquiries and legal challenges where required. To be successful, you will have experience working within a financial, accounting, income collection, or housing income environment. You will be confident analysing data, interpreting customer accounts, and providing clear advice to customers and stakeholders. Knowledge of housing legislation, service charges, or debt recovery processes are required. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive local authority team and make an immediate impact within a busy Housing Income service. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
A Local Authority in Worcestershire is seeking a proactive Charges Advisor to join their Housing Income team on a 3-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering an effective service charge process for tenants and leaseholders while providing outstanding customer service. In this role, you will manage service charge queries and complaints, support the annual rent and service charge setting process, and ensure charges are accurately applied and invoiced. You will also assist with the recovery of former tenant arrears and housing debts, investigate appeals and complaints, and support responses to Ombudsman enquiries and legal challenges where required. To be successful, you will have experience working within a financial, accounting, income collection, or housing income environment. You will be confident analysing data, interpreting customer accounts, and providing clear advice to customers and stakeholders. Knowledge of housing legislation, service charges, or debt recovery processes are required. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive local authority team and make an immediate impact within a busy Housing Income service. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this
Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Astwood Bank, Worcestershire
Our client is looking for a Chargers Advisor for Housing for a temporary 3-month contract to support the Housing Income department with the delivery of the service charging process to tenants and leaseholders. Responsibilities will include: Service charge administration-related complaints and queries from customers, ensuring that the customer experience is positive, professional and compliant, within set timescales Support the annual rent and service charge setting process to ensure that estimates and actuals are comprehensive and accurate With support and direction from Officers and Managers, you will be responsible for the collection and enforcement of former tenant charges and housing debts, including write-off proposals where required Analyse data and ensure charges are accurately applied to accounts and invoiced Support investigations resulting from appeals, complaints, and enquiries and in the event of legal challenge, Judicial Review or Ombudsman Enquiry Requirements: Experience of working in a financial, accounting, or income service Knowledge and experience of using and interpreting data and customer accounts to provide advice Knowledge of housing legislation or debt recovery This is a Hybrid role, ideally working from home 3 days with 2 days in the office
Jun 15, 2026
Seasonal
Our client is looking for a Chargers Advisor for Housing for a temporary 3-month contract to support the Housing Income department with the delivery of the service charging process to tenants and leaseholders. Responsibilities will include: Service charge administration-related complaints and queries from customers, ensuring that the customer experience is positive, professional and compliant, within set timescales Support the annual rent and service charge setting process to ensure that estimates and actuals are comprehensive and accurate With support and direction from Officers and Managers, you will be responsible for the collection and enforcement of former tenant charges and housing debts, including write-off proposals where required Analyse data and ensure charges are accurately applied to accounts and invoiced Support investigations resulting from appeals, complaints, and enquiries and in the event of legal challenge, Judicial Review or Ombudsman Enquiry Requirements: Experience of working in a financial, accounting, or income service Knowledge and experience of using and interpreting data and customer accounts to provide advice Knowledge of housing legislation or debt recovery This is a Hybrid role, ideally working from home 3 days with 2 days in the office
Large Housing Association is currently looking for an Income Collection Advisor on a temporary basis for about 2 months Key responsibilities are as follows: Overseeing and supporting with rent collection Working closely with your colleagues in Operations to maximise income, identifying trends and patterns and ensuring compliance with income collection processes. Passionate about sustaining tenancies, managing rent and service charge accounts across mixed tenure portfolios, preventing and reducing arrears through early intervention and support and acting as a key point of contact for residents experiencing financial difficulty. Maximise income collection while maintaining a compassionate, resident-centred approach Support residents to live well, remain in their homes and resolve arrears sustainably Ensure accurate, transparent and timely management of rent and service charge accounts. Build and strengthen relationships internally to support tenancy sustainment Provide expertise in income collection to support residents Strengthen & build relationships with local authorities and other partners to maximise income collection and reduce arrears Ensure a consist approach across the business to income collection, providing excellent services for all residents Be passionate and committed to placing our residents at the heart of income collection and find solutions wherever possible Collaborate to resolve difficult and complex cases and support colleagues to find solutions This role is office based not hybrid PAYE £21.59 Umbrella £28.55 Essential requirements Must have at least 1 year experience in a similar role for a Housing Association Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills. In depth knowledge and experience of rent collection process and procedure. Knowledge of welfare benefits and affordability assessments Must be immediately available or on short notice
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Large Housing Association is currently looking for an Income Collection Advisor on a temporary basis for about 2 months Key responsibilities are as follows: Overseeing and supporting with rent collection Working closely with your colleagues in Operations to maximise income, identifying trends and patterns and ensuring compliance with income collection processes. Passionate about sustaining tenancies, managing rent and service charge accounts across mixed tenure portfolios, preventing and reducing arrears through early intervention and support and acting as a key point of contact for residents experiencing financial difficulty. Maximise income collection while maintaining a compassionate, resident-centred approach Support residents to live well, remain in their homes and resolve arrears sustainably Ensure accurate, transparent and timely management of rent and service charge accounts. Build and strengthen relationships internally to support tenancy sustainment Provide expertise in income collection to support residents Strengthen & build relationships with local authorities and other partners to maximise income collection and reduce arrears Ensure a consist approach across the business to income collection, providing excellent services for all residents Be passionate and committed to placing our residents at the heart of income collection and find solutions wherever possible Collaborate to resolve difficult and complex cases and support colleagues to find solutions This role is office based not hybrid PAYE £21.59 Umbrella £28.55 Essential requirements Must have at least 1 year experience in a similar role for a Housing Association Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills. In depth knowledge and experience of rent collection process and procedure. Knowledge of welfare benefits and affordability assessments Must be immediately available or on short notice
Head of Finance Business Partnering Location: London Salary : £65,000 - £67,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent (36 hours per week) Closing Date: 21 st of June 2026 The Organisation connects people with the stories of modern conflict, helping shape understanding of its impact on society. You'll join a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong public mission and a focus on accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Teams work closely across disciplines to deliver high-quality experiences for visitors while ensuring long-term sustainability. Why This Role Matters This role is central to how financial insight shapes decision-making across The Organisation. As Head of Finance Business Partnering, you'll lead the function that connects finance with the wider organisation-ensuring leaders have the clarity, challenge and support they need to deliver against strategic and commercial objectives. You'll play a key role in aligning financial planning with The Organisation's mission, supporting both public-facing activity and commercial operations, while maintaining strong governance and value for money. What You'll Be Doing Lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering function, building a high-performing and well-structured team Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge Partner closely with the Commercial directorate to support income growth, pricing decisions and business planning Translate strategy into financial plans, budgets and performance measures Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities Deliver high-quality reporting, analysis and scenario modelling to support decision-making Support major strategic initiatives, investment cases and organisational change Improve financial systems, reporting and processes to increase efficiency, insight and transparency Promote financial understanding across the organisation, enabling better decision-making at all levels What They're Looking For They'd love to hear from you if you have: Proven experience leading a finance business partnering or FP&A function Strong experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Track record of supporting commercial performance and strategic decision-making Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight Strong team leadership skills, with experience building or developing teams Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent experience Strong analytical skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Understanding of public sector, charity or grant-funded environments (desirable) How You'll Work You'll work closely with senior leaders across commercial, operational and support functions, acting as a key link between finance and the wider organisation. The role requires strong collaboration across directorates, including Collections, Exhibitions, Learning and Estates, to ensure consistent and high-quality financial support. What Success Looks Like (First 6-12 Months) Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across all directorates Establish a clear, effective Finance Business Partnering model and team structure Improve the quality and consistency of financial reporting, planning and insight Strengthen financial support to commercial decision-making and income generation Deliver measurable improvements to budgeting and forecasting processes Embed finance as a proactive and valued partner to the business To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Organisation, please do not hesitate to apply.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance Business Partnering Location: London Salary : £65,000 - £67,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent (36 hours per week) Closing Date: 21 st of June 2026 The Organisation connects people with the stories of modern conflict, helping shape understanding of its impact on society. You'll join a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong public mission and a focus on accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Teams work closely across disciplines to deliver high-quality experiences for visitors while ensuring long-term sustainability. Why This Role Matters This role is central to how financial insight shapes decision-making across The Organisation. As Head of Finance Business Partnering, you'll lead the function that connects finance with the wider organisation-ensuring leaders have the clarity, challenge and support they need to deliver against strategic and commercial objectives. You'll play a key role in aligning financial planning with The Organisation's mission, supporting both public-facing activity and commercial operations, while maintaining strong governance and value for money. What You'll Be Doing Lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering function, building a high-performing and well-structured team Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge Partner closely with the Commercial directorate to support income growth, pricing decisions and business planning Translate strategy into financial plans, budgets and performance measures Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities Deliver high-quality reporting, analysis and scenario modelling to support decision-making Support major strategic initiatives, investment cases and organisational change Improve financial systems, reporting and processes to increase efficiency, insight and transparency Promote financial understanding across the organisation, enabling better decision-making at all levels What They're Looking For They'd love to hear from you if you have: Proven experience leading a finance business partnering or FP&A function Strong experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Track record of supporting commercial performance and strategic decision-making Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight Strong team leadership skills, with experience building or developing teams Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent experience Strong analytical skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Understanding of public sector, charity or grant-funded environments (desirable) How You'll Work You'll work closely with senior leaders across commercial, operational and support functions, acting as a key link between finance and the wider organisation. The role requires strong collaboration across directorates, including Collections, Exhibitions, Learning and Estates, to ensure consistent and high-quality financial support. What Success Looks Like (First 6-12 Months) Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across all directorates Establish a clear, effective Finance Business Partnering model and team structure Improve the quality and consistency of financial reporting, planning and insight Strengthen financial support to commercial decision-making and income generation Deliver measurable improvements to budgeting and forecasting processes Embed finance as a proactive and valued partner to the business To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Organisation, please do not hesitate to apply.
Head of Finance Business Partnering Location: London Salary: £65,000 - £67,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent (36 hours per week) Closing Date: 21st of June 2026 Imperial War Museums (IWM) connects people with the stories of modern conflict, helping shape understanding of its impact on society. You ll join a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong public mission and a focus on accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Teams work closely across disciplines to deliver high-quality experiences for visitors while ensuring long-term sustainability. Why This Role Matters This role is central to how financial insight shapes decision-making across IWM. As Head of Finance Business Partnering, you ll lead the function that connects finance with the wider organisation ensuring leaders have the clarity, challenge and support they need to deliver against strategic and commercial objectives. You ll play a key role in aligning financial planning with IWM s mission, supporting both public-facing activity and commercial operations, while maintaining strong governance and value for money. What You ll Be Doing Lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering function, building a high-performing and well-structured team Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge Partner closely with the Commercial directorate to support income growth, pricing decisions and business planning Translate strategy into financial plans, budgets and performance measures Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities Deliver high-quality reporting, analysis and scenario modelling to support decision-making Support major strategic initiatives, investment cases and organisational change Improve financial systems, reporting and processes to increase efficiency, insight and transparency Promote financial understanding across the organisation, enabling better decision-making at all levels What We re Looking For We d love to hear from you if you have: Proven experience leading a finance business partnering or FP&A function Strong experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Track record of supporting commercial performance and strategic decision-making Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight Strong team leadership skills, with experience building or developing teams Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent experience Strong analytical skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Understanding of public sector, charity or grant-funded environments (desirable) How You ll Work You ll work closely with senior leaders across commercial, operational and support functions, acting as a key link between finance and the wider organisation. The role requires strong collaboration across directorates, including Collections, Exhibitions, Learning and Estates, to ensure consistent and high-quality financial support. What Success Looks Like (First 6 12 Months) Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across all directorates Establish a clear, effective Finance Business Partnering model and team structure Improve the quality and consistency of financial reporting, planning and insight Strengthen financial support to commercial decision-making and income generation Deliver measurable improvements to budgeting and forecasting processes Embed finance as a proactive and valued partner to the business The benefits listed below are discretionary and IWM reserves the right, with due notice, to vary or withdraw them at any time. All such benefits apply during the course of your employment only. Annual Leave: You'll have 25 days of annual leave, with public holidays on top. After 3 years, this increases to 27 days and after 5 years, you ll get 30 days Company Group Pension Plan: Our commitment to your financial well-being includes competitive employer contributions to your pension starting at 7% to a maximum of 12%. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits: Celebrate life s milestones with confidence, knowing that our policies support growing families. IWM4me: Tailor your benefits to your unique needs through IWM4me. Access health, protection, and lifestyle benefits at corporate rates, ensuring your holistic well-being. Free Sanitary Products: We prioritise your comfort by providing free sanitary products across all our sites. Retail Discounts: 25% off IWM Cafes, 20% discount in on-site shops, Benefits hub offering retail discounts to several high street shops (via our EAP provider) and MyActive discounts for health and wellbeing based retail discounts (via IWM4me) Free Entry to IWM Air Shows: Witness the thrill of vintage aircraft at our air shows. Free Entry to Partner Museums & Galleries: Immerse yourself in art, history, and culture through our reciprocal arrangements with other institutions. In-House Training Programmes: Fuel your intellectual curiosity and professional growth through our comprehensive training initiatives. Season Ticket Loan Scheme: Simplify your daily commute with our interest-free loan program. Cycle 2 Work & Cycle Hire: Promote well-being and environmental consciousness by cycling to work. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Imperial War Museums, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance Business Partnering Location: London Salary: £65,000 - £67,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent (36 hours per week) Closing Date: 21st of June 2026 Imperial War Museums (IWM) connects people with the stories of modern conflict, helping shape understanding of its impact on society. You ll join a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong public mission and a focus on accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Teams work closely across disciplines to deliver high-quality experiences for visitors while ensuring long-term sustainability. Why This Role Matters This role is central to how financial insight shapes decision-making across IWM. As Head of Finance Business Partnering, you ll lead the function that connects finance with the wider organisation ensuring leaders have the clarity, challenge and support they need to deliver against strategic and commercial objectives. You ll play a key role in aligning financial planning with IWM s mission, supporting both public-facing activity and commercial operations, while maintaining strong governance and value for money. What You ll Be Doing Lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering function, building a high-performing and well-structured team Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge Partner closely with the Commercial directorate to support income growth, pricing decisions and business planning Translate strategy into financial plans, budgets and performance measures Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities Deliver high-quality reporting, analysis and scenario modelling to support decision-making Support major strategic initiatives, investment cases and organisational change Improve financial systems, reporting and processes to increase efficiency, insight and transparency Promote financial understanding across the organisation, enabling better decision-making at all levels What We re Looking For We d love to hear from you if you have: Proven experience leading a finance business partnering or FP&A function Strong experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Track record of supporting commercial performance and strategic decision-making Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight Strong team leadership skills, with experience building or developing teams Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent experience Strong analytical skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Understanding of public sector, charity or grant-funded environments (desirable) How You ll Work You ll work closely with senior leaders across commercial, operational and support functions, acting as a key link between finance and the wider organisation. The role requires strong collaboration across directorates, including Collections, Exhibitions, Learning and Estates, to ensure consistent and high-quality financial support. What Success Looks Like (First 6 12 Months) Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across all directorates Establish a clear, effective Finance Business Partnering model and team structure Improve the quality and consistency of financial reporting, planning and insight Strengthen financial support to commercial decision-making and income generation Deliver measurable improvements to budgeting and forecasting processes Embed finance as a proactive and valued partner to the business The benefits listed below are discretionary and IWM reserves the right, with due notice, to vary or withdraw them at any time. All such benefits apply during the course of your employment only. Annual Leave: You'll have 25 days of annual leave, with public holidays on top. After 3 years, this increases to 27 days and after 5 years, you ll get 30 days Company Group Pension Plan: Our commitment to your financial well-being includes competitive employer contributions to your pension starting at 7% to a maximum of 12%. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits: Celebrate life s milestones with confidence, knowing that our policies support growing families. IWM4me: Tailor your benefits to your unique needs through IWM4me. Access health, protection, and lifestyle benefits at corporate rates, ensuring your holistic well-being. Free Sanitary Products: We prioritise your comfort by providing free sanitary products across all our sites. Retail Discounts: 25% off IWM Cafes, 20% discount in on-site shops, Benefits hub offering retail discounts to several high street shops (via our EAP provider) and MyActive discounts for health and wellbeing based retail discounts (via IWM4me) Free Entry to IWM Air Shows: Witness the thrill of vintage aircraft at our air shows. Free Entry to Partner Museums & Galleries: Immerse yourself in art, history, and culture through our reciprocal arrangements with other institutions. In-House Training Programmes: Fuel your intellectual curiosity and professional growth through our comprehensive training initiatives. Season Ticket Loan Scheme: Simplify your daily commute with our interest-free loan program. Cycle 2 Work & Cycle Hire: Promote well-being and environmental consciousness by cycling to work. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Imperial War Museums, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Role Overview Our client is a global real estate investment and operating company with a substantial UK residential BTR portfolio, currently expanding with a clear strategic focus on operational excellence and regulatory leadership. With the Renters' Rights Act reshaping the regulatory landscape - particularly around Section 13 rent challenges - the business is centralising expertise to ensure a consistent, defensible and fair approach to market rent determination across the portfolio. Sitting within the Investment team, the Rent Review & Tribunal Analyst is a newly created pivotal role supporting the Revenue Management function to oversee rent challenges referred to the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) Property Chamber, ensuring high-quality evidence preparation, robust market analysis, and strong regulatory compliance. This role blends analytical depth, regulatory insight, and operational coordination, acting as an internal specialist who supports the business in protecting income integrity while removing Tribunal involvement from on-site teams. You will build the rent evidence framework, manage case preparation, assist with Tribunal representation, and provide high-quality analysis on rental markets, competitors, and Tribunal trends. Key Responsibilities Tribunal Case Management & Support Serve as the business's primary FTT representative for all Section 13 rent challenges Support the Business Performance Analyst; maintain accurate case records and audit trails Prepare and present evidence packs, rent schedules and analyses within statutory deadlines Coordinate all hearing logistics (virtual and in-person) ensuring well-prepared, compliant attendance Market Rent Analysis & Evidence Preparation Develop and maintain a portfolio-wide methodology for evidencing and determining market rent Gather and analyse rental comparables (listings, achieved rents, lease terms and incentives); produce Tribunal-ready assessment packs Maintain records of challenges, submissions and determinations; feed learnings into pricing strategy Portfolio Insight & Continuous Improvement Track Tribunal decisions; produce monthly dashboards on challenge volumes, success rates and risk exposure Provide regular reports on pricing shifts, rental elasticity, supply/demand trends and Tribunal implications for rent strategy Identify risk exposure, recommend mitigations and drive data-led improvements to rent-setting and pricing governance Maintain a key working relationship with the Portfolio Administration team to ensure rent collection processes run smoothly (deferring S13 decisions, receiving challenge notices, updating tenant ledgers, etc) Stakeholder Management & Advisory Act as central escalation point for Operations on rent disputes Provide structured guidance to Site Teams to reduce Legal escalation Maintain cross-functional relationships across Asset Management, Finance, Legal, Compliance and Operations Deliver internal training on Tribunal process; communicate insights to support the business's objectives Compliance & Governance Maintain expert knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act, Section 13, FTT procedures and licensing frameworks Ensure all rent challenge activity is fair, defensible and governance-aligned Develop internal policy on rent governance and regulatory risk; maintain a central comparables repository Qualifications & Experience Essential Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present rental data clearly Solid understanding of residential rental values and market dynamics Confident communicator - written and verbal - able to prepare structured evidence packs and present in formal or quasi-judicial settings Understanding of residential leasing compliance, tenancy structures and licensing frameworks Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Proficiency in Excel and data tools; comfortable working with large volumes of market data Ability to manage multiple cases and statutory deadlines concurrently Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a developing regulatory environment Desirable University degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field Experience of, or direct exposure to, the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) or similar quasi-judicial forums Experience working with large, multi-asset residential portfolios Familiarity with rent benchmarking tools and market data platforms Experience in residential revenue management, asset management, valuation or lettings Additional industry-related qualifications (IRPM, ARLA, or similar)
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Role Overview Our client is a global real estate investment and operating company with a substantial UK residential BTR portfolio, currently expanding with a clear strategic focus on operational excellence and regulatory leadership. With the Renters' Rights Act reshaping the regulatory landscape - particularly around Section 13 rent challenges - the business is centralising expertise to ensure a consistent, defensible and fair approach to market rent determination across the portfolio. Sitting within the Investment team, the Rent Review & Tribunal Analyst is a newly created pivotal role supporting the Revenue Management function to oversee rent challenges referred to the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) Property Chamber, ensuring high-quality evidence preparation, robust market analysis, and strong regulatory compliance. This role blends analytical depth, regulatory insight, and operational coordination, acting as an internal specialist who supports the business in protecting income integrity while removing Tribunal involvement from on-site teams. You will build the rent evidence framework, manage case preparation, assist with Tribunal representation, and provide high-quality analysis on rental markets, competitors, and Tribunal trends. Key Responsibilities Tribunal Case Management & Support Serve as the business's primary FTT representative for all Section 13 rent challenges Support the Business Performance Analyst; maintain accurate case records and audit trails Prepare and present evidence packs, rent schedules and analyses within statutory deadlines Coordinate all hearing logistics (virtual and in-person) ensuring well-prepared, compliant attendance Market Rent Analysis & Evidence Preparation Develop and maintain a portfolio-wide methodology for evidencing and determining market rent Gather and analyse rental comparables (listings, achieved rents, lease terms and incentives); produce Tribunal-ready assessment packs Maintain records of challenges, submissions and determinations; feed learnings into pricing strategy Portfolio Insight & Continuous Improvement Track Tribunal decisions; produce monthly dashboards on challenge volumes, success rates and risk exposure Provide regular reports on pricing shifts, rental elasticity, supply/demand trends and Tribunal implications for rent strategy Identify risk exposure, recommend mitigations and drive data-led improvements to rent-setting and pricing governance Maintain a key working relationship with the Portfolio Administration team to ensure rent collection processes run smoothly (deferring S13 decisions, receiving challenge notices, updating tenant ledgers, etc) Stakeholder Management & Advisory Act as central escalation point for Operations on rent disputes Provide structured guidance to Site Teams to reduce Legal escalation Maintain cross-functional relationships across Asset Management, Finance, Legal, Compliance and Operations Deliver internal training on Tribunal process; communicate insights to support the business's objectives Compliance & Governance Maintain expert knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act, Section 13, FTT procedures and licensing frameworks Ensure all rent challenge activity is fair, defensible and governance-aligned Develop internal policy on rent governance and regulatory risk; maintain a central comparables repository Qualifications & Experience Essential Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present rental data clearly Solid understanding of residential rental values and market dynamics Confident communicator - written and verbal - able to prepare structured evidence packs and present in formal or quasi-judicial settings Understanding of residential leasing compliance, tenancy structures and licensing frameworks Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Proficiency in Excel and data tools; comfortable working with large volumes of market data Ability to manage multiple cases and statutory deadlines concurrently Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a developing regulatory environment Desirable University degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field Experience of, or direct exposure to, the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) or similar quasi-judicial forums Experience working with large, multi-asset residential portfolios Familiarity with rent benchmarking tools and market data platforms Experience in residential revenue management, asset management, valuation or lettings Additional industry-related qualifications (IRPM, ARLA, or similar)
My high performing local authority is looking to recruit an Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits to lead and develop it's large team as well as overseeing the full scope of statutory Revenues and Benefits functions including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and the Council's Corporate Fraud Team. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on the Collection Fund, policy development and service transformation. The successful candidate will act as the Council's lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior leadership and driving performance, compliance and financial stability across a large and complex service. The Role Lead and manage the Council's Revenues and Benefits service, overseeing c90 staff across multiple teams delivering Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and Corporate Fraud. Take strategic responsibility for the Collection Fund, ensuring effective billing, collection and financial control across Council Tax and Business Rates. Oversee the administration and delivery of Housing Benefits and Local Council Tax Support, ensuring support is targeted to vulnerable residents and statutory requirements are met. Oversee the administration of discretionary schemes including housing payments and council tax 13a (1) (c) hardship payments and business rate reliefs. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, government policy and regulatory requirements across Revenues and Benefits services. Act as the Council's lead advisor to senior leadership, including the s151 Officer, on all Revenues and Benefits matters, strategy and performance. Lead on system re-procurement and digital transformation, ensuring systems support efficient, automated and customer-focused service delivery. Lead financial monitoring, forecasting and reporting, supporting budget management, audit requirements and government returns. Develop and embed performance frameworks to monitor productivity, mitigate risk, prevent fraud and drive continuous service improvement. Build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships, representing the Council at senior level and driving collaborative working. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning and innovation to enhance service delivery and resident outcomes. Deputise for senior leadership and contribute to corporate priorities, strategy and cross-council initiatives. Key Requirements Extensive experience operating at senior level within a Revenues and Benefits service in a local authority or similar environment. Strong expertise in Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection, including Collection Fund management. Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams and delivering high-performing services. Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulation and government policy relating to Revenues and Benefits. Experience overseeing or leading system implementation or re-procurement within a Revenues and Benefits environment. Demonstrable experience improving collection rates, service performance and customer outcomes. Strong financial acumen with experience managing large budgets, forecasting and audit processes. Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships, including senior leadership, members and external partners. Excellent leadership, communication and strategic thinking skills. Ability to drive service transformation, innovation and continuous improvement. This is an interim role with a rate of £550 to £650 a day inside IR35. The role offers hybrid working arrangements with 1 day a month needed in the office.
Jun 10, 2026
Contractor
My high performing local authority is looking to recruit an Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits to lead and develop it's large team as well as overseeing the full scope of statutory Revenues and Benefits functions including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and the Council's Corporate Fraud Team. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on the Collection Fund, policy development and service transformation. The successful candidate will act as the Council's lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior leadership and driving performance, compliance and financial stability across a large and complex service. The Role Lead and manage the Council's Revenues and Benefits service, overseeing c90 staff across multiple teams delivering Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and Corporate Fraud. Take strategic responsibility for the Collection Fund, ensuring effective billing, collection and financial control across Council Tax and Business Rates. Oversee the administration and delivery of Housing Benefits and Local Council Tax Support, ensuring support is targeted to vulnerable residents and statutory requirements are met. Oversee the administration of discretionary schemes including housing payments and council tax 13a (1) (c) hardship payments and business rate reliefs. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, government policy and regulatory requirements across Revenues and Benefits services. Act as the Council's lead advisor to senior leadership, including the s151 Officer, on all Revenues and Benefits matters, strategy and performance. Lead on system re-procurement and digital transformation, ensuring systems support efficient, automated and customer-focused service delivery. Lead financial monitoring, forecasting and reporting, supporting budget management, audit requirements and government returns. Develop and embed performance frameworks to monitor productivity, mitigate risk, prevent fraud and drive continuous service improvement. Build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships, representing the Council at senior level and driving collaborative working. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning and innovation to enhance service delivery and resident outcomes. Deputise for senior leadership and contribute to corporate priorities, strategy and cross-council initiatives. Key Requirements Extensive experience operating at senior level within a Revenues and Benefits service in a local authority or similar environment. Strong expertise in Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection, including Collection Fund management. Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams and delivering high-performing services. Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulation and government policy relating to Revenues and Benefits. Experience overseeing or leading system implementation or re-procurement within a Revenues and Benefits environment. Demonstrable experience improving collection rates, service performance and customer outcomes. Strong financial acumen with experience managing large budgets, forecasting and audit processes. Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships, including senior leadership, members and external partners. Excellent leadership, communication and strategic thinking skills. Ability to drive service transformation, innovation and continuous improvement. This is an interim role with a rate of £550 to £650 a day inside IR35. The role offers hybrid working arrangements with 1 day a month needed in the office.
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Finance Director - Charity Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Flexible Hours - Full or Part-Time (4 Days a week) Circa 75- 80kpa + Generous Holiday Allowance Vitae Financial Recruitment are proud to exclusively partner this outstanding charity in their search to appoint a Director of Finance and Performance. We are seeking an inspirational financial leader who is ready to take on a Board level position in a role that will help shape the direction of this outstanding charity. Based within amazing grounds and a stunning work setting this is a fully time role (37.5 hrs. per week) but those seeking 4 days a week (30 hrs. per week) will also be considered. The role offers flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements. Given this is a leadership role you will be expected to be in the office 3 to 4 days a week to lead, inspire and develop a committed and supportive team of circa 12 staff. You must live within a sensible commuting distance to Berkhamsted please consider this before applying. Applicants must be Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 10 years' experience of end-to-end finance & accounting, ideally within a medium-sized business. Main duties and responsibilities: Directly assist the Chief Executive and the Board on all strategic and tactical financial matters. Discharge strategic financial management and financial control to ensure long-term financial viability. As a member of the Executive Team working in partnership with the Board to execute the charity strategy. Clear empowering leadership to ensure effective management, organisation, and delivery of objectives. Close and effective partnership working with the Charity Treasurer. Accountable for the effective working of the Finance and Resources committee and Capital planning group with high calibre support to committee chairs, Treasurer and Deputy Chair of the Board respectively. Executive attendance and effective contribution at Board, Income Generation Committee, Finance and Resources Committee and the Annual General Meeting. Overall accountability for the capital programme. Accountability for the SIRO, SORP and Charity Commission Guidance and corporate governance with specific reference to financial company secretary functions. Accountability for the collection and processing of financial data to ensure decisions and strategy are informed by accurate integrated information and analysis. Ensure accrual accounting is central to the Trust's finance systems to provide an accurate financial picture. Oversee the financial management and accounting systems and be accountable for all finance and finance-related administration systems. Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Tasks: Support the Board of Trustees in the discharge of their responsibilities for reserves. Accountability for the three-year rolling financial plan of the Charity. Manage the cash flow of the Charity, ensuring the Charity meets its liabilities as they fall due and implement the Trust's Savings and Investment Policy and Financial Free Reserves policy. Co-ordinate the Charity's insurance requirements. Accountability for performance to contract and contract review with our external ICT providers. Support the implementation of EPOS and accurate and timely financial information on trading. Undertake benchmarking exercises from time to time to assess value for money. Skilled in evaluating performance to contract, constructing tender processes, and executing them effectively. Prepare and monitor financial reports with explanation of variances, including management accounts and cash flow forecasts. Develop our commercial portfolio, including competitor analysis for market entry. Train and supervise staff to support assurance of adherence to the charity finance policy and procedure. Complete the statutory year-end accounts; manage the audit for the Charity and its trading subsidiary. Report to the Trust's Leadership Team and Board on financial matters including explanation of variances, and the financial position of the Trust and its subsidiary. Ensure rapid counting, receipt and banking of donations ensuring the Joint Directors of Fundraising and Income Generation Committee have timely and accurate information. Co-ordinate the Board's Finance & Resources committee; agenda, meeting dates, and review of relevant financial policies and the annual audit of accounts. Lead budget and forecasting processes, develop, maintain and update effective procedures and standards on budget, financial control and productivity. Advise and assist Department Heads and budget holders. Bank reconciliation, Quarterly VAT Submission (Making Tax Digital). Month-End and Year-End Process. Model the impact of planned pay awards with accountability for annual adjustments. Monthly payroll changes to external Payroll advisors; Auto-enrolment Pension submission and PAYE. Qualifications, skills and experience requirements: Must be a Qualified Accountant (ACA , ACCA or CIMA). Must have at least 10 years' experience in all aspects of accounting/finance, ideally from a medium sized organisation. Must have excellent current working knowledge of accounting systems (Access Dimensions would be an advantage). Advanced Excel skills are given. Must live within a commutable distance to Berkhamsted and be able to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week. Must have excellent current knowledge of PAYE and VAT. Must have previous Senior Leadership experience for a finance team. Must have significant experience in the completion of accounts and audit information packs and resolution of issues as specified by the Auditors. Previous experience overseeing IT functions is desirable. Skilled in being able to quickly establish effective relationships at all levels (internal and external) with gravitas and strength. Skilled in implementing systems and business change. The ability to inspire others - direct reports, executive team, the wider organisation, supporters, donors and stakeholders. Solution focused approach, be ready to listen to others' ideas and share our vision for what it means to be Outstanding. High level of personal integrity and honesty. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Finance Director - Charity Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Flexible Hours - Full or Part-Time (4 Days a week) Circa 75- 80kpa + Generous Holiday Allowance Vitae Financial Recruitment are proud to exclusively partner this outstanding charity in their search to appoint a Director of Finance and Performance. We are seeking an inspirational financial leader who is ready to take on a Board level position in a role that will help shape the direction of this outstanding charity. Based within amazing grounds and a stunning work setting this is a fully time role (37.5 hrs. per week) but those seeking 4 days a week (30 hrs. per week) will also be considered. The role offers flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements. Given this is a leadership role you will be expected to be in the office 3 to 4 days a week to lead, inspire and develop a committed and supportive team of circa 12 staff. You must live within a sensible commuting distance to Berkhamsted please consider this before applying. Applicants must be Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 10 years' experience of end-to-end finance & accounting, ideally within a medium-sized business. Main duties and responsibilities: Directly assist the Chief Executive and the Board on all strategic and tactical financial matters. Discharge strategic financial management and financial control to ensure long-term financial viability. As a member of the Executive Team working in partnership with the Board to execute the charity strategy. Clear empowering leadership to ensure effective management, organisation, and delivery of objectives. Close and effective partnership working with the Charity Treasurer. Accountable for the effective working of the Finance and Resources committee and Capital planning group with high calibre support to committee chairs, Treasurer and Deputy Chair of the Board respectively. Executive attendance and effective contribution at Board, Income Generation Committee, Finance and Resources Committee and the Annual General Meeting. Overall accountability for the capital programme. Accountability for the SIRO, SORP and Charity Commission Guidance and corporate governance with specific reference to financial company secretary functions. Accountability for the collection and processing of financial data to ensure decisions and strategy are informed by accurate integrated information and analysis. Ensure accrual accounting is central to the Trust's finance systems to provide an accurate financial picture. Oversee the financial management and accounting systems and be accountable for all finance and finance-related administration systems. Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Tasks: Support the Board of Trustees in the discharge of their responsibilities for reserves. Accountability for the three-year rolling financial plan of the Charity. Manage the cash flow of the Charity, ensuring the Charity meets its liabilities as they fall due and implement the Trust's Savings and Investment Policy and Financial Free Reserves policy. Co-ordinate the Charity's insurance requirements. Accountability for performance to contract and contract review with our external ICT providers. Support the implementation of EPOS and accurate and timely financial information on trading. Undertake benchmarking exercises from time to time to assess value for money. Skilled in evaluating performance to contract, constructing tender processes, and executing them effectively. Prepare and monitor financial reports with explanation of variances, including management accounts and cash flow forecasts. Develop our commercial portfolio, including competitor analysis for market entry. Train and supervise staff to support assurance of adherence to the charity finance policy and procedure. Complete the statutory year-end accounts; manage the audit for the Charity and its trading subsidiary. Report to the Trust's Leadership Team and Board on financial matters including explanation of variances, and the financial position of the Trust and its subsidiary. Ensure rapid counting, receipt and banking of donations ensuring the Joint Directors of Fundraising and Income Generation Committee have timely and accurate information. Co-ordinate the Board's Finance & Resources committee; agenda, meeting dates, and review of relevant financial policies and the annual audit of accounts. Lead budget and forecasting processes, develop, maintain and update effective procedures and standards on budget, financial control and productivity. Advise and assist Department Heads and budget holders. Bank reconciliation, Quarterly VAT Submission (Making Tax Digital). Month-End and Year-End Process. Model the impact of planned pay awards with accountability for annual adjustments. Monthly payroll changes to external Payroll advisors; Auto-enrolment Pension submission and PAYE. Qualifications, skills and experience requirements: Must be a Qualified Accountant (ACA , ACCA or CIMA). Must have at least 10 years' experience in all aspects of accounting/finance, ideally from a medium sized organisation. Must have excellent current working knowledge of accounting systems (Access Dimensions would be an advantage). Advanced Excel skills are given. Must live within a commutable distance to Berkhamsted and be able to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week. Must have excellent current knowledge of PAYE and VAT. Must have previous Senior Leadership experience for a finance team. Must have significant experience in the completion of accounts and audit information packs and resolution of issues as specified by the Auditors. Previous experience overseeing IT functions is desirable. Skilled in being able to quickly establish effective relationships at all levels (internal and external) with gravitas and strength. Skilled in implementing systems and business change. The ability to inspire others - direct reports, executive team, the wider organisation, supporters, donors and stakeholders. Solution focused approach, be ready to listen to others' ideas and share our vision for what it means to be Outstanding. High level of personal integrity and honesty. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Finance Director - Charity Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Flexible Hours - Full or Part-Time (4 Days a week) Circa 75- 80kpa + Generous Holiday Allowance Vitae Financial Recruitment are proud to exclusively partner this outstanding charity in their search to appoint a Director of Finance and Performance. We are seeking an inspirational financial leader who is ready to take on a Board level position in a role that will help shape the direction of this outstanding charity. Based within amazing grounds and a stunning work setting this is a fully time role (37.5 hrs. per week) but those seeking 4 days a week (30 hrs. per week) will also be considered. The role offers flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements. Given this is a leadership role you will be expected to be in the office 3 to 4 days a week to lead, inspire and develop a committed and supportive team of circa 12 staff. You must live within a sensible commuting distance to Berkhamsted please consider this before applying. Applicants must be Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 10 years' experience of end-to-end finance & accounting, ideally within a medium-sized business. Main duties and responsibilities: Directly assist the Chief Executive and the Board on all strategic and tactical financial matters. Discharge strategic financial management and financial control to ensure long-term financial viability. As a member of the Executive Team working in partnership with the Board to execute the charity strategy. Clear empowering leadership to ensure effective management, organisation, and delivery of objectives. Close and effective partnership working with the Charity Treasurer. Accountable for the effective working of the Finance and Resources committee and Capital planning group with high calibre support to committee chairs, Treasurer and Deputy Chair of the Board respectively. Executive attendance and effective contribution at Board, Income Generation Committee, Finance and Resources Committee and the Annual General Meeting. Overall accountability for the capital programme. Accountability for the SIRO, SORP and Charity Commission Guidance and corporate governance with specific reference to financial company secretary functions. Accountability for the collection and processing of financial data to ensure decisions and strategy are informed by accurate integrated information and analysis. Ensure accrual accounting is central to the Trust's finance systems to provide an accurate financial picture. Oversee the financial management and accounting systems and be accountable for all finance and finance-related administration systems. Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Tasks: Support the Board of Trustees in the discharge of their responsibilities for reserves. Accountability for the three-year rolling financial plan of the Charity. Manage the cash flow of the Charity, ensuring the Charity meets its liabilities as they fall due and implement the Trust's Savings and Investment Policy and Financial Free Reserves policy. Co-ordinate the Charity's insurance requirements. Accountability for performance to contract and contract review with our external ICT providers. Support the implementation of EPOS and accurate and timely financial information on trading. Undertake benchmarking exercises from time to time to assess value for money. Skilled in evaluating performance to contract, constructing tender processes, and executing them effectively. Prepare and monitor financial reports with explanation of variances, including management accounts and cash flow forecasts. Develop our commercial portfolio, including competitor analysis for market entry. Train and supervise staff to support assurance of adherence to the charity finance policy and procedure. Complete the statutory year-end accounts; manage the audit for the Charity and its trading subsidiary. Report to the Trust's Leadership Team and Board on financial matters including explanation of variances, and the financial position of the Trust and its subsidiary. Ensure rapid counting, receipt and banking of donations ensuring the Joint Directors of Fundraising and Income Generation Committee have timely and accurate information. Co-ordinate the Board's Finance & Resources committee; agenda, meeting dates, and review of relevant financial policies and the annual audit of accounts. Lead budget and forecasting processes, develop, maintain and update effective procedures and standards on budget, financial control and productivity. Advise and assist Department Heads and budget holders. Bank reconciliation, Quarterly VAT Submission (Making Tax Digital). Month-End and Year-End Process. Model the impact of planned pay awards with accountability for annual adjustments. Monthly payroll changes to external Payroll advisors; Auto-enrolment Pension submission and PAYE. Qualifications, skills and experience requirements: Must be a Qualified Accountant (ACA , ACCA or CIMA). Must have at least 10 years' experience in all aspects of accounting/finance, ideally from a medium sized organisation. Must have excellent current working knowledge of accounting systems (Access Dimensions would be an advantage). Advanced Excel skills are given. Must live within a commutable distance to Berkhamsted and be able to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week. Must have excellent current knowledge of PAYE and VAT. Must have previous Senior Leadership experience for a finance team. Must have significant experience in the completion of accounts and audit information packs and resolution of issues as specified by the Auditors. Previous experience overseeing IT functions is desirable. Skilled in being able to quickly establish effective relationships at all levels (internal and external) with gravitas and strength. Skilled in implementing systems and business change. The ability to inspire others - direct reports, executive team, the wider organisation, supporters, donors and stakeholders. Solution focused approach, be ready to listen to others' ideas and share our vision for what it means to be Outstanding. High level of personal integrity and honesty. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Finance Director - Charity Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Flexible Hours - Full or Part-Time (4 Days a week) Circa 75- 80kpa + Generous Holiday Allowance Vitae Financial Recruitment are proud to exclusively partner this outstanding charity in their search to appoint a Director of Finance and Performance. We are seeking an inspirational financial leader who is ready to take on a Board level position in a role that will help shape the direction of this outstanding charity. Based within amazing grounds and a stunning work setting this is a fully time role (37.5 hrs. per week) but those seeking 4 days a week (30 hrs. per week) will also be considered. The role offers flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements. Given this is a leadership role you will be expected to be in the office 3 to 4 days a week to lead, inspire and develop a committed and supportive team of circa 12 staff. You must live within a sensible commuting distance to Berkhamsted please consider this before applying. Applicants must be Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with at least 10 years' experience of end-to-end finance & accounting, ideally within a medium-sized business. Main duties and responsibilities: Directly assist the Chief Executive and the Board on all strategic and tactical financial matters. Discharge strategic financial management and financial control to ensure long-term financial viability. As a member of the Executive Team working in partnership with the Board to execute the charity strategy. Clear empowering leadership to ensure effective management, organisation, and delivery of objectives. Close and effective partnership working with the Charity Treasurer. Accountable for the effective working of the Finance and Resources committee and Capital planning group with high calibre support to committee chairs, Treasurer and Deputy Chair of the Board respectively. Executive attendance and effective contribution at Board, Income Generation Committee, Finance and Resources Committee and the Annual General Meeting. Overall accountability for the capital programme. Accountability for the SIRO, SORP and Charity Commission Guidance and corporate governance with specific reference to financial company secretary functions. Accountability for the collection and processing of financial data to ensure decisions and strategy are informed by accurate integrated information and analysis. Ensure accrual accounting is central to the Trust's finance systems to provide an accurate financial picture. Oversee the financial management and accounting systems and be accountable for all finance and finance-related administration systems. Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Tasks: Support the Board of Trustees in the discharge of their responsibilities for reserves. Accountability for the three-year rolling financial plan of the Charity. Manage the cash flow of the Charity, ensuring the Charity meets its liabilities as they fall due and implement the Trust's Savings and Investment Policy and Financial Free Reserves policy. Co-ordinate the Charity's insurance requirements. Accountability for performance to contract and contract review with our external ICT providers. Support the implementation of EPOS and accurate and timely financial information on trading. Undertake benchmarking exercises from time to time to assess value for money. Skilled in evaluating performance to contract, constructing tender processes, and executing them effectively. Prepare and monitor financial reports with explanation of variances, including management accounts and cash flow forecasts. Develop our commercial portfolio, including competitor analysis for market entry. Train and supervise staff to support assurance of adherence to the charity finance policy and procedure. Complete the statutory year-end accounts; manage the audit for the Charity and its trading subsidiary. Report to the Trust's Leadership Team and Board on financial matters including explanation of variances, and the financial position of the Trust and its subsidiary. Ensure rapid counting, receipt and banking of donations ensuring the Joint Directors of Fundraising and Income Generation Committee have timely and accurate information. Co-ordinate the Board's Finance & Resources committee; agenda, meeting dates, and review of relevant financial policies and the annual audit of accounts. Lead budget and forecasting processes, develop, maintain and update effective procedures and standards on budget, financial control and productivity. Advise and assist Department Heads and budget holders. Bank reconciliation, Quarterly VAT Submission (Making Tax Digital). Month-End and Year-End Process. Model the impact of planned pay awards with accountability for annual adjustments. Monthly payroll changes to external Payroll advisors; Auto-enrolment Pension submission and PAYE. Qualifications, skills and experience requirements: Must be a Qualified Accountant (ACA , ACCA or CIMA). Must have at least 10 years' experience in all aspects of accounting/finance, ideally from a medium sized organisation. Must have excellent current working knowledge of accounting systems (Access Dimensions would be an advantage). Advanced Excel skills are given. Must live within a commutable distance to Berkhamsted and be able to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week. Must have excellent current knowledge of PAYE and VAT. Must have previous Senior Leadership experience for a finance team. Must have significant experience in the completion of accounts and audit information packs and resolution of issues as specified by the Auditors. Previous experience overseeing IT functions is desirable. Skilled in being able to quickly establish effective relationships at all levels (internal and external) with gravitas and strength. Skilled in implementing systems and business change. The ability to inspire others - direct reports, executive team, the wider organisation, supporters, donors and stakeholders. Solution focused approach, be ready to listen to others' ideas and share our vision for what it means to be Outstanding. High level of personal integrity and honesty. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
