Accounts Officer


Job description

Do you have administrative experience alongside strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills and are looking for a role within the Public Sector? Apply today to find out more.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting Line Manager in applying the appropriate debt recovery procedures where non payment occurs.
  • Provision of progress updates to Patch Managers on cases with ongoing legal proceedings.
  • Carry out investigatory work, visits and all reasonable methods to attempt contact and resolve issues in arrears cases where non payment occurs.
  • Carrying out administrative tasks to support the instruction of Retained Solicitors and all necessary County Court proceedings.
  • Supporting Line Manager in collation of evidence and preparation of cases for court by ensuring compliance with Pre Court Action Protocol.
  • Assisting in the investigation, preparation and collation of evidence for former tenant debt cases in Magistrates Court.
  • Liaising with Enforcement of Judgements Office, as directed, to ensure service level agreement for recovery of possession of a tenancy is adhered to and recovery of debt proceedings.
  • Responding to customer needs in a timely and consistent manner.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • 5 GCSEs to include Maths and English.
  • 1 year’s relevant experience in a similar role, showing clear evidence of excellent written and communication skills.
  • IT/Microsoft Office Proficiency - Intermediate.
  • The ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to handle difficult and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
  • Must have access to transport to carry out home and office visits.
  • As part of the reference checking and vetting process for this position you will be requested to undertake a Basic AccessNI Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.

Further Information

About the role: £14.35 per hour Monday to Friday (9.00am - 5.00pm) 37 hours a week Holidays: 35 days pro rata Public Sector Duration: Temporary, ongoing Please note closing date for this vacancy is 12 noon on 12th June 2026 - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today

Vacancy ID
1774272
Job ref.
36942
Job Sector
Accountancy and Finance
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Ballymena
Salary
£14.35 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
37
Published date
11/06/2026
Closing date
11/07/2026
Worktime
Monday to Friday (9.00am to 5.00pm)

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