Service Charge Officer in Basingstoke

Salary:£28,000.00 - £37,000.00 Per yearSNG (Sovereign Network Group) is one of the largest housing groups in England. We provide over 85,000 homes and invest in local areas across the South, West and East of England, including London, as well as building thousands of new low-cost homes every year.We're looking for a detail-oriented and customer-focused Service Charge Officer to join our team in Basingstoke. Working hybrid 2 days per week in the office and from home, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate service charge calculations and excellent customer service to our residents.The RoleAs a Service Charge Officer , you'll be responsible for the accurate calculation of annual service charge estimates and year-end reconciliations across a portfolio of properties.Working closely with colleagues across Finance, Housing, and external contractors, you'll help maintain high standards of accuracy, compliance, and customer satisfactionKey ResponsibilitiesPrepare and calculate annual service charge budgets and estimates for existing and new-build schemesEnsure service charge statements are produced in line with legal, regulatory, and audit requirements, while acting as a trusted point of contact for customer and stakeholder enquiriesComplete annual reconciliations, calculating balancing adjustments accurately and within required timescalesManage and resolve complex customer service charge enquiries, disputes, and complaints by phone and in writingAnalyse and validate dataCoordinate utility billing information and meter readings to ensure accurate customer chargingAbout YouWe're looking for someone who combines strong analytical skills with a genuine passion for customer service.Essential Skills and ExperienceStrong Excel skills and excellent attention to detailPrevious experience in a similar service charge, housing, finance, or property-related roleKnowledge of housing management and/or service charge processesAbility to prioritise workloads and manage competing deadlines effectivelyProven problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindsetA calm, professional, and customer-focused approachStrong communication skills with the ability to manage complex enquiries confidentlyJob DescriptionWe have some great benefits at SNG, including:25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package3 additional wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering daysGenerous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salaryEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption payOptions for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness coverWellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP serviceAt Sovereign Network Group, we are passionate about inclusion for all and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn more about us and our values. #J-18808-Ljbffr