Location
London Borough of Sutton

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£44,685 per annum

About the Borough
The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Located in zone 5 with excellent transport links, Sutton boasts award-winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing, and great schools. The borough enjoys high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, delivering quality services while successfully addressing financial challenges and involving residents in key issues and high street changes.

Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing, and education of its residents and future generations, as outlined in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. Home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, Sutton is developing the London Cancer Hub, set to become the world’s leading life-science district specializing in cancer research and treatment. This vision will create around 13,000 jobs and contribute £1.2bn annually to the UK economy, fostering a vibrant community of scientists, doctors, and innovative companies to benefit cancer patients and drive economic growth. With ongoing regeneration including new homes and schools, Sutton is committed to working closely with residents and vulnerable groups to support independence and balance support with independent living.

The Council is a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration, and investment. As part of the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ plan, the borough aims to shape its future and adapt to residents’ needs to make Sutton a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

About the Service and Team
The Income and Finance Team consists of a Team Leader, 3 Income Officers, and 1 Finance Officer. Income Officers manage rent accounts for clients placed in Emergency Accommodation, progressing arrears actions according to policies and procedures, and meeting income collection KPIs. The Finance Officer is responsible for invoice processing, raising rent in advance invoices, prevention payment requests, assisting with year-end functions, and recording payments from various budget streams.

About the Role
- Processing and reconciling monthly supplier invoices to ensure accurate billing for all clients placed, liaising with suppliers to resolve issues
- Managing Purchase Orders for nightly paid accommodation and ad hoc requests across the Housing Advice Service
- Collaborating with the Lettings Team to raise rent in advance invoices and arrange repayment plans
- Performing account reconciliations
- Supporting year-end closing activities including accruals

Our Offer to You
We are committed to nurturing talent and supporting your career growth in a friendly, collaborative environment. Your ideas will be encouraged and supported by a dynamic and experienced management team. Benefits include:

- Generous annual leave entitlement of 26-32 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption, and dependents leave
- Two volunteering days per year
- Flexible working arrangements under the Smarter Working Scheme (role dependent)
- Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks
- Access to a learning and development portal with a range of courses
- Discounts at local shops, restaurants, gyms, and leisure centres
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle leasing scheme
- Confidential health, wellbeing, and counselling support

Application Process
Please apply online outlining your skills, abilities, and experience that make you an ideal candidate. Ensure your CV details are correctly uploaded. We value authenticity and expect personalised responses demonstrating your skills, experience, and motivation. Sutton embraces transparency and PRIDE values, which will be assessed throughout the application and interview process.

The closing date is indicative; applications may close early once sufficient candidates have applied. We anonymise applications to reduce bias and encourage diverse interview panels. We are committed to removing barriers and enhancing workforce diversity.

Additional Information
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We offer family-friendly, inclusive policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, and inclusive networks. Sutton is a Disability Confident employer and guarantees interviews for disabled applicants meeting essential criteria. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer, all employees receive the London Living Wage regardless of contract type or length.

Note: Sponsorship for work visas is subject to eligibility and budget and cannot be guaranteed for all roles. Please check GOV.UK for right to work guidance.

Experience
- Experience in a similar finance role (Essential)
- Experience using accounting software (Essential)
- Experience with year-end processes including accruals and purchase orders (Essential)
- Some knowledge of housing (Desirable)

About you
- Strong mathematical skills (Desirable)
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Commitment to the values of transparency and inclusivity

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated as essential; relevant finance experience and skills are required.