CIPFA is recruiting for its Public Financial Management department and looking for individuals to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals who are passionate about supporting best practice in local government. 

The postholder will be responsible for delivering the Revenues elements of the CIPFA Benefits and Revenue Service, ensuring efficient and effective communication with subscribers, researching and answering technical queries, delivering tailored training events, and liaising with central government on policy/legislative changes affecting revenues teams. They will work closely with the Benefits Advisor to deliver the goals of the Service as well as collaborating with the collection fund advisor to better support both revenues and finance practitioners. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within the Public Financial Management department and contribute to the overall goals of CIPFA. 

Person Specification 

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications and attributes:

Essential Experience:  

• Knowledge and experience, at a practical and senior level, of local authority revenues services 
• Practical experience of delivering training courses, facilitating workshops, and/or other public speaking 

Knowledge/Skills: 

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of local authority revenues legislation and its application. 
• An understanding of the operation of the collection fund is desirable but not essential. 
• Knowledge and understanding of the relevant case law surrounding the area
• Ability to research new developments in the space and deliver written and live updates on key changes to a technical audience
• Familiarity with the operations of a local authority benefits team as part of a wider Benefits & Revenues department is desirable, but not essential.

Qualifications: 

• Appropriate professional qualification – being IRRV qualified is desirable
• Degree educated or equivalent experience working in the area It is essential that candidates have a proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. 

Key Tasks Include but not Limited to: 

• Keep up to date with legislation and case law as they impact on local authority revenues administration and processes
• Research, write, and deliver a series of technical events throughout the year, primarily online, but including face-to-face presentation where appropriate 
• Respond to detailed technical queries from subscribers and provide authoritative and timely advice 
• Represent CIPFA at various government groups
• Support the operations of the CIPFA Benefits and Revenues Service by completing annual service plans, monthly management accounts, and other administrative tasks 

CIPFA (Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy) is a UK-based international accountancy membership and standard-setting body. We are dedicated to public financial management and believe that improving public services is key to changing lives for the better. Good public financial management is central to achieving this ambition. Our educational and advisory services support our members, students, and other public finance professionals throughout their careers, helping them add value to their teams and organizations. Through our work, we ensure public money is raised and spent with the highest degree of openness.

In return, we offer:
- Participation in our 4-day working week pilot! During the pilot, you will work 30 hours per week and receive the current full-time salary.
- 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays.
- Flexible working and leave options.
- Up to 10% employer's pension contribution.
- Season ticket loans.
- Employee Assistance Helpline.
- Exclusive employee discounts and rewards at major brands, including health & well-being, retail, restaurants, and technology providers.

If you would like a copy of the full job description before applying for the role, please contact our People and Culture team on: P&C@cipfa.org

Location:

CIPFA is a forward-looking organisation and has developed a modern and progressive approach to flexible working and hybrid working. The location for the role will be dual location at both home and our London office.