Are you an experienced Team Leader with strong service charge knowledge looking for your next opportunity within social housing? This is an excellent opportunity for a Service Charge Team Lead to join a growing social housing provider and play a key role in leading teams through change and continuous improvement.
This position would suit a proactive Service Charge Team Lead with experience across income, rent recovery and service charges who enjoys managing teams, improving processes and driving financial performance within a social housing environment.
Benefits for the Service Charge Team Lead
Salary of £45,500
Excellent benefits package
Flexible and supportive working environment
Long-term career development opportunities
Opportunity to lead transformational finance projects
Responsibilities of the Service Charge Team Lead
Lead the Income and Payables teams to deliver an efficient finance service
Manage income, rent recovery and service charge processes within social housing
Oversee supplier payments, purchase ledger and financial controls
Ensure compliance with VAT, CIS, Corporation Tax and financial regulations
Support audits, annual accounts and statutory reporting
Drive process improvements and support finance system users
Build strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders
Lead teams through change and promote continuous improvement
Support strategic financial decision-making and value for money initiativesRequirements for the Service Charge Team Lead
Essential experience within service charge accounting in social housing
Strong background in income management and rent recovery
Proven experience leading and developing finance teams
Advanced Excel skills
Strong understanding of finance operations and financial controls
Ability to manage change within a finance environment
Previous experience working within social housing is essential
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Location & Travel
This role is based in Newport, South Wales, offering excellent transport links across the surrounding areas. The office is easily accessible via the M4 and A48, with strong public transport connections through Newport Train Station and local bus routes.
If this Service Charge Team Lead sounds like your next opportunity, apply directly or email Olivia at (url removed)