Interim Revenues Manager

Interim Revenues Manager Location: Benfleet EssexContract: Temporary, 6 months Full-timeRate: £500 £550 per day umbrellaWorking Pattern: Hybrid, minimum 1 day per week in the officeClosing Date: 15th October 2026We are seeking an experienced Interim Revenues Manager to lead its Revenues Service and oversee the effective billing, collection and recovery of Council Tax, Business Rates, Sundry Debts and Housing Benefit Overpayments.Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop the Revenues team, including staff performance and training.Oversee annual billing, year-end processes, debt recovery and enforcement activities.Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and implement legislative changes.Manage Revenues budgets, performance targets, statutory returns and financial reporting.Oversee service-specific IT systems, software contracts and process improvements.Manage complex cases, complaints, GDPR matters and court proceedings where required.Work collaboratively with Finance, Benefits, external partners and senior management. Essential Requirements Proven experience managing Council Tax, Business Rates and Sundry Debt collection and recovery.Experience leading annual billing and year-end processes.Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and recovery procedures.Experience managing staff, budgets, performance targets and service improvement projects.Excellent leadership, communication, report-writing and analytical skills.High attention to detail and the ability ..... full job details .....