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Service Charge Officer

£25 - £34 per hour
 
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Billie Gumble Recruitment Consultant – Social Housing & Operational Support

Job Description

MMP Consultancy are looking to recruit a Service Charge Officer on a temp ongoing basis in East London.

Job Purpose:

  • Assist in the provision of an efficient rent and service charge accounting service. Co-ordinate charging and collection of service charges ensuring Value for Money (VfM) whilst maximising the recovery of income including through legal processes where necessary
  • Provide highly accurate data analysis and supporting explanations to assist the Rent and Service Charge Manager in decision making
  • Be part of a team providing a pro-active and expert advisory service in relation to service charges, to service owners and budget holders, that adds value and impacts the strategic outcomes of the business

Main Duties / Accountabilities:

  • Ensure accurate rent and service charge data, investigating and reporting variances
  • Maintain records of freeholders and third-party agents, validating invoices for accuracy.
  • Calculate budgets, rents, and accounts in compliance with policy and regulations.
  • Monitor sinking funds to ensure adequate funds for major works.
  • Collaborate with Property Services on planned and reactive works, adhering to processes.
  • Set service charge budgets for new schemes promptly.
  • Manage an efficient service charging system, meeting deadlines.
  • Prepare and manage relevant audits.
  • Assist the Revenue Team in resolving disputes and ensuring payment terms.
  • Champion Value for Money, monitor costs, and maximize income.
  • Provide customer-focused explanations of charges.
  • Support the Rent and Service Charge Manager in complaint responses.
  • Handle enquiries professionally, delivering positive outcomes.
  • Contribute to cross-departmental tasks as required.
  • Provide training and support for effective teamwork.
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