Income Accounting Officer (Hybrid) needed in Bournemouth, £13.69ph PAYE - Reference: 5282394 Ensure all changes to accounts are carried out promptly and accurately Control charges and payments in respect of Universal Credits payments. Notify residents promptly of changes to their accounts. Actively promote payment by Direct Debit, maximising payment by this method. Set up new Direct Debits without delay and monitor frequently to ensure amounts collected from bank accounts are accurate Advise tenants of changes to HB entitlements and make changes to accounts and direct debits as appropriate Issue Digital Payment Cards and Allpay payment cards Regularly check accounts for changes in benefits and overpayments requiring refunds Assist with recovery processes to support colleagues through peaks of workload Make arrangements with debtors for the settlement of arrears and to closely monitor compliance with arrangements Liaise with the client benefits teams regarding payments to accounts This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared. Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage. You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.