5 government jobs found in Luton

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit Accounts Payable Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Responsible for the delivery of an efficient and effective payment process, providing accounts payable support to the whole of Luton Council. To ensure the timely and accurate processing of all invoices, interfaces, manual payments, memo's and credit notes generated throughout the Authority. Support the Creditors financial system with the responsibility for documenting procedures, testing enhancements, updates and new releases, supporting devolved users with guidance and training on the accounts payable system and processes. Advising and supporting and service managers and cost centre managers on accounts payable procedures and legislation compliance. You will be responsible to: ·Assess and determine the suitability of invoices/petty cash and claims in relation to financial regulations. ·Identifying payment priority to ensure creditors payment terms...

Rate: £550 - £650/day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid Contract Length: 3-6 Months Initial Contract About the Role We are urgently seeking a strategic and operational leader to oversee the Revenues and Benefits service for our dynamic unitary authority. In this pivotal interim role, you will provide expert technical leadership, manage the Collection Fund, and ensure the seamless delivery of Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, and Local Council Tax Support. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and mentor a large multi-disciplinary team, driving performance, compliance, and financial stability across all service areas. Collection Fund Management: Take strategic ownership of billing, collection, and recovery activities for Council Tax and Business Rates. Benefits & Welfare: Oversee the prompt and accurate administration of Housing Benefits, LCTS, and discretionary hardship schemes, ensuring vital support reaches vulnerable residents. Financial...

Interim Head of Revenues & Benefits Central Bedfordshire Council £550 per day Umbrella Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Revenues & Benefits to lead a high-performing service responsible for Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and Corporate Fraud. This is a key leadership role with a strong focus on collection fund performance, service transformation, policy development and ensuring compliance across all Revenues & Benefits functions. You will act as the Council's lead expert, providing strategic advice to senior leaders while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. We are looking for someone with: * A proven track record of working at a senior level within a Revenues & Benefits service. * Strong knowledge of Council Tax, Business Rates, Benefits and associated legislation. * Experience leading service improvement and transformation programmes. * A solid...

Job Title: Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Barking & Dagenham Term: Temp Rate: £650 Umbrella day rate Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Finance Business Partner to collaborate with senior leaders and shape pivotal financial decisions. This is your chance to shine in a highly visible role where your insights will drive strategy and enhance financial performance! What You'll Be Doing: Partner with senior stakeholders to offer strategic financial advice and insights. Support budget setting, forecasting, and medium-term financial planning. Build and review business cases, investment plans, and savings proposals. Deliver analysis, modelling, and scenario planning to empower decision-making. Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management. Lead and nurture a high-performing team, promoting a culture of excellence. Drive continuous improvement and instil a strong financial...

Pension Fund Accounts Officer £400 per day Umbrella MUST have experience in pension funds AND within local Government About the Role Looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the Council on an interim basis. The Council is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately £2.2 billion. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core...