Business Rates officer

Main Purpose of Job: To deal with all aspects relating to the accurate and prompt processing of work associated with Business Rates and BID Levy from initial billing through to recovery and enforcement. • Determine the correct liable party for Business Rates and Bid Levy in order for all required notices to be issued as soon as practicable. • Ensure eligibility to any potential reliefs and exemptions • Provide high quality professional advice, guidance and support in respect of Business Rates or Bid Levy to customers and external partners • Assist in the review of reliefs and exemptions to maximise due to the council and identify and reduce incidences of fraud. • To assist with the gathering of evidence prior to Liability Order Hearings • Accurately calculate and create refunds where overpayments have been made • Identify and prepare reports for cases considered suitable for write offs • Dealing with complex business rates matters General information: The post holder will be required to comply with the organisation’s policies and procedures. Understanding, knowledge and ability to follow guidelines that ensures compliance with Health & Safety at Work, Data Protection and other statutory requirements. Understanding and commitment to promoting and implementing the Council’s Equal Opportunities policies. Knowledge and experience of using IT.