Job Description

Revenues & Benefits Control Manager

Lewisham

£30 per hour (umbrella)

Full Time Contract (3 Months)

Novax Recruitment is actively seeking a Revenues & Benefits Control Manager in Lewisham. This is a contract with a scope for extension working full time hours.

The job:

* Manage the team to ensure all staff carryout their duties and responsibilities as defined by their job description. Update the Business Rates Support & Development Manager on all system related issues pertaining to Housing Benefit, Council Tax, and Business Rates performance on a regular basis

* Manage the Revenues and Benefits year end reconciliation and annual billing process as directed. Ensure accurate bills and benefit award letters are produced in line with legislation

* Take action, respond to and provide technical advice on user enquiries including complex enquiries

* Manage all third-party contract relationships. Ensure rigorous monitoring of third-party contract performance by regularly reviewing KPIs, implementing regular reporting and performance reviews

The candidate:

* Proven experience in a similar role for a local authority is essential

* Excellent knowledge and understanding of all legislation relevant to the accurate administration of Housing Benefit, Council Tax and Business Rates

* Excellent knowledge of Housing Benefit subsidy

Please submit your application via the contact details provided and you will be contacted with further information about this opportunity or email your CV to me directly; or call me on; (phone number removed)