Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Income Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial transactions, ensuring accurate data entry, and maintaining financial records. This role requires proficiency in various accounting software. The Income Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of the organisation.

Responsibilities

Responsible for posting all income, including rents and service charges, into the Housing Management System and finance ledgers via Excel, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines Weekly posting the rent, service charge, and rates for properties from local authority income reports Cleared suspense accounts daily Maintained accurate financial records Utilise accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Workday, or PeopleSoft to manage financial transactions. Prepare monthly reports on income and arrears. Preparing rent invoices for each occupant, paid by Housing Benefit and maintaining accurate Housing Benefit Rent Statements per occupant. Preparing service charge demands to occupants and maintaining accurate Resident Rent statements per occupant

Experience

Minimum 5 years' experience in bookkeeping/accounting. Proven experience working within the income team in the housing association sector. Solid understanding of accounting principles. Proficient in Xero and Microsoft Excel. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Self-motivated, organised and reliable (able to work independently and autonomously). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ideally AAT qualified.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 26,000.00-28,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Formby L37: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Have you previously worked in the income team for a Housing Association?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/08/2025
Reference ID: APLIO