Head of Benefits and Revenues

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting association seeks an experienced Interim Head of Benefits and Revenues to provide leadership within the local government's Revenues and Benefits service. This role offers a unique opportunity for a finance professional to drive performance improvements and oversee a significant budget. With responsibilities spanning operational leadership and financial management, it's an ideal position for a qualified accountant looking to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a local authority setting.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing complex service areas.
• Strong financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership across operational teams within Revenues and Benefits.
• Manage the service budget and ensure value for money.
• Monitor and improve performance for Council Tax and other benefits.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Performance management

Education

Fully qualified accountant

Job description

Location: Birmingham - Hybrid Work Pattern Rate:

Hays is working in partnership with a local council to recruit an Interim Head of Benefits and Revenues. This opportunity has arisen due to a recent restructuring within the organisation, creating a new leadership role within the Revenues and Benefits service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide effective leadership across all operational teams within Revenues and Benefits, ensuring consistent implementation of the Council's performance management framework.
• Manage the Revenues and Benefits Service budget, ensuring expenditure remains within agreed limits and the service delivers value for money.
• Develop specifications for external contracts supporting revenue and benefits services.
• Monitor and improve performance, including maximising collection rates for Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates, benefit overpayments, and general debt.

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience working within a local authority setting.
• Fully qualified accountant with strong financial acumen.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing complex service areas and driving performance improvement

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to make a real impact in a high-profile area of local government. If you are ready to take on your next role, we'd love to hear from you.

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