HOUSING ADMIN OFFICER
City of London (Greater London) Administration
Job description
Location
Wimbledon, Greater London
· Salary
£13.49/Hour
· Category
Public Sector - Housing
· Job type
Contractor
· Industry
Public Sector
· External Reference
JN-072019-78381
HOUSING ADMIN OFFICER
WANDSWORTH
MONDAY- FRIDAY 9AM- 5PM
3 MONTH ASSIGNMENT (Possibility to be extended)
£13.49 HOURLY RATE
ASAP START
To provide a comprehensive finance, administrative and technical support for Housing Services.
MAIN DUTIES:
· Manage applicants rent accounts and supplier accounts for temporary accommodation
· Apply for Housing Benefit on behalf of all homeless applicants
· Explain to tenants their own responsibilities for payment
· Pursue current and former arrears via phone, letters, emails and face to face interviews, negotiating payment plans as necessary.
· Verify invoices received by Housing Services from accommodation advisors
· To resolve any discrepancies directly with external suppliers over incorrect charges or inaccurate invoices.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
· Experience of working in an office based role
· An understanding of the financial functions and duties of a Housing Department
· An understanding of welfare benefits.
· Excellent IT skills and attention to detail.
*Please apply online with your CV. Please note that only successfully shortlisted candidates will be contacted*
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