Are you a seasoned professional with a strong background in revenues and benefits? Do you excel at implementing controls, driving efficiencies, and delivering exceptional service? Lewisham is looking for a Revenues & Benefits Control Manager to lead the financial management and compliance of our revenues and benefits service.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage control processes for the revenues and benefits function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Lead a team responsible for processing housing benefit claims, council tax reduction applications, and business rates administration. Monitor financial performance and ensure adherence to legislative requirements, including subsidy audits and grant claims. Develop strategies to improve service delivery, reduce fraud and error, and optimize revenue collection. Provide expert guidance to the team and stakeholders on complex cases and regulatory changes. Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to ensure seamless service delivery.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A supportive and inclusive working environment. The chance to make a meaningful impact on the financial well-being of our community.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Proven experience in revenues and benefits management within a local authority or similar organization. Strong knowledge of housing benefit regulations, council tax legislation, and business rates policies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on compliance and risk management. Effective leadership and team management abilities, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage control processes for the revenues and benefits function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Lead a team responsible for processing housing benefit claims, council tax reduction applications, and business rates administration. Monitor financial performance and ensure adherence to legislative requirements, including subsidy audits and grant claims. Develop strategies to improve service delivery, reduce fraud and error, and optimize revenue collection. Provide expert guidance to the team and stakeholders on complex cases and regulatory changes. Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to ensure seamless service delivery.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A supportive and inclusive working environment. The chance to make a meaningful impact on the financial well-being of our community.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Proven experience in revenues and benefits management within a local authority or similar organization. Strong knowledge of housing benefit regulations, council tax legislation, and business rates policies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on compliance and risk management. Effective leadership and team management abilities, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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