Finance Assistant - Council Tax in Leicester

Finance Assistant - Council Tax in Leicester

Leicester Temporary No working from home possible
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Temporary Finance Specialist – Procure to Pay function (Council Tax Focus)Location: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)
Contract: ASAP start – 31st August 2026 (with potential extension)
Benefits: Free on-site parking, hourly pay up to Β£
We are seeking an experienced Finance Specialist to join a busy P2P team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with council tax experience to make an immediate impact within a fast-paced finance function.
The Role Working within the P2P team, you will take ownership of finance activities relating to council tax, supporting the accurate processing, reconciliation, and management of related costs and liabilities. This role would suit someone with hands-on experience in council tax processes, either within a property, housing, or real estate environment or from a local authority setting.Key Responsibilities

  • Processing and managing council tax-related invoices and payments
  • Reconciling council tax accounts and resolving discrepancies
  • Liaising with local authorities to manage queries, updates, and disputes
  • Ensuring accurate coding and posting of transactions within finance systems
  • Supporting tracking and reporting of council tax liabilities
  • Assisting with wider Procure & Control processes as required
  • Maintaining strong financial controls and audit-ready documentation

  • About You

  • Experience working within a finance function
  • Essential: Council tax experience, gained either:Within property development / housing / real estate, ORWithin a local authority / council tax department
  • Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
  • Ability to work efficiently in a deadline-driven environment
  • Confidentmunicator with experience liaising with external stakeholders
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    Contact Details:

    Hays Recruitment Team