Head of Benefits and Revenues

HAYS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Une autorité locale recherche un Interim Head of Benefits and Revenues pour diriger et améliorer les services financiers. Ce poste de leadership est crucial pour garantir l'efficacité et la performance, afin d'assurer une gestion efficace des finances publiques. Si vous cherchez un défi percutant, nous aimerions vous entendre.

Qualifications

• Expérience avérée dans le secteur des autorités locales.
• Capacité à gérer des domaines de services complexes.
• Compétences financières solides.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un leadership efficace dans toutes les équipes opérationnelles.
• Gérer le budget du service des revenus et des prestations.
• Surveiller et améliorer les performances pour maximiser les taux de recouvrement.

Skills

Leadership

Gestion financière

Amélioration de la performance

Education

Qualification comptable

Job description

GBP600 per day (Inside IR35)

Location: Birmingham - Hybrid Work Pattern

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