Housing Revenue Systems & Data Analyst

Housing Revenue Systems & Data Analyst (Temporary)
Location: 5 Pancras Square (Agile/Hybrid Working)
Contract: Temporary | Rate: £30.02 Ltd / £23.00 PAYE per hour
Directorate: Supporting Communities – Housing Services
Are you an experienced systems and data professional with a passion for improving housing services? We're working on behalf of a local authority to recruit a Housing Revenue Systems & Data Analyst on a temporary basis, playing a pivotal role within the Rent Accounting Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a data-driven, resident-focused council where your expertise will have a real impact.
About the Role:
You’ll be responsible for managing and enhancing housing finance systems, improving data quality, and ensuring statutory compliance. The role combines technical system oversight, reporting, and strategic support across all rent-related activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems & Compliance:

• Maintain and configure systems like Northgate NEC
• Act as a gatekeeper for finance-related system changes
• Lead on user acceptance testing and rollout
• Ensure compliance with statutory rent processes and communication

Business Intelligence & Reporting:

• Develop reports on arrears, recovery, income and service charges
• Support rent-setting and forecasting activities
• Use SQL, QlikSense, and SAP BusinessObjects to produce actionable insights
• Lead on data quality assurance

Operational Support:

• Oversee rent reconciliation and transaction matching
• Manage statutory rent statements and returns
• Handle ad hoc data requests as needed

Strategic Development:

• Contribute to wider council IT transformation projects
• Map business processes and support system integration
• Liaise with Corporate Finance to ensure financial gatekeeping

About You:
The ideal candidate will bring:

• Strong experience with housing and finance systems (ideally Northgate NEC)
• Advanced data skills, including SQL and performance reporting
• Knowledge of housing policy, rent legislation, and financial compliance
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and services
• Experience with ITIL, social housing, or CCAB study is advantageous

Why Apply?

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• High-impact, rewarding work in public service
• Opportunity to collaborate on transformation projects

Interested in making a meaningful impact through housing systems and data?
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.
For more information, please contact George at Service Care Solutions on or email .uk.