Housing Finance Officer
Pay: £15.06 per hour, 37 hours per week, Mon-Fri
Location: Must be able to get to both offices Kettering NN16 8PP & Corby NN17 4SW office based only.
Length: 3 months with review for extension
Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council for a Housing Finance Officer to join their Housing Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a customer-focused service supporting housing finance operations and delivering essential support to tenants and leaseholders.
The Role:
You will play a key role in delivering financial and administrative support across the Housing Service, ensuring accurate management of income and expenditure across housing accounts.
You will also provide high-quality customer service, helping resolve queries and supporting residents with financial matters relating to their housing.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing the Housing Finance inbox and responding to customer queries promptly
Providing financial and accounting support to the Housing Service
Processing payments, invoices, and financial transactions
Setting up and maintaining direct debits and rent accounts
Taking payments over the phone and supporting customer enquiries
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with audit requirements
Supporting continuous improvement and effective service delivery across the teamAbout You:
We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and is organised, proactive, and customer-focused, with experience in finance or housing-related services.
You will have:
Experience working in a finance, income, or housing environment
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Excellent communication skills and a customer-first approach
The ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
Good IT skills, including experience with finance or housing systems
Confidence handling sensitive financial informationDesirable:
Experience within a Local Authority or Housing Association
Knowledge of housing finance processes or legislationWhy Apply?
Gain valuable experience within a well-respected public sector organisation
Opportunity for the role to become permanent
Develop your skills within a supportive and collaborative team
Make a real difference to tenants and local communitiesIf you're ready for your next challenge in housing finance, apply today or get in touch to find out more!
All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references
