Revenues Assistant
Stoke-on-Trent
Temporary
Full Time
Are you an experienced Revenues professional with a background in billing, invoicing, and recovery? Join a team based in Stoke-on-Trent as a Revenues Assistant to support the collection and administration of Council Tax, Business Rates and Sundry Debts. THE ROLE
As a Revenues Assistant, you will play a key role in the effective billing and collection of Council Tax, Business Rates, and Sundry Debts for the local authority.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and update Council Tax, Business Rates, and Sundry Debt accounts
* Process changes to accounts including exemptions, reliefs, and payment methods
* Reconcile banking reports, investigate unallocated payments, and take card payments
* Handle incoming enquiries via telephone, email, and written correspondence
* Assist in tracing debtors, processing refunds, and submitting debts for write-off
* Promote online services and assist residents in managing their accounts digitally
* Support the identification and prevention of fraudulent activity
THE CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in a similar Revenues role within a Local Authority or equivalent environment.
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Knowledge of billing, recovery and invoicing systems for Council Tax and Business Rates
* Understanding of Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support, and the Welfare Reform Act 2012
* Good IT skills, including the use of Word, Excel, and departmental systems
* Strong communication and negotiation skills with a customer-focused approach
* Ability to manage workloads independently and as part of a team in a high-pressure setting
THE CONTRACT
Hours: Full time 37 hours Monday-Friday
Length of Contract: 3 Month Contract, Temp with potential for extension
Rate: £25.00 per hour LTD / £21.45 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
HOW TO APPLY
If interested in this role please apply using the link, or email bethany.wiles@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208 966 and ask for Beth for more info
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