One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Payments and Billing Officer on a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Hybrid working role were, however, you will be required to attend the office 2/3 times a week. Overview: To assist the Senior Payments and Billing Officer on a day to day basis, with the overall management of the Payments and Billing team, and to undertake a range of operational transactional tasks and responsibilities. Main Duties: To support the Senior Payments and Billing Officer in the management, organisation and co-ordination of the Payments and Billing team, including prioritising and allocating work and delegating tasks. To assist in the regular supervision of staff up to and including those at Grade D, ensuing that Council policies and procedures are followed. To ensure that all financial transactions are undertaken effectively and within agreed timescales, and where there is an accrual of debt that these are regularly monitored and appropriate action is instigated. To ensure that all budget records are properly kept, financial transactions carried out where necessary and reports prepared and maintained. To attend meetings, as necessary, to represent the Payments and Billing team or authority, as appropriate. Put people at the heart of what you do and be responsive, ensure that staff maintain a customer focus ..... full job details .....