Job Title

Business Rates Consultant:

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Business Rates Consultant

Location

• Leeds or Manchester

Are you ready to make an impact in a dynamic Rating finance environment? We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join our Business Rates Finance team, supporting the operational management of multiple client portfolios and delivering exceptional service under the guidance of our senior leadership team.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll take ownership of a diverse range of responsibilities, including:

• Managing multiple client portfolios to ensure they achieve the lowest possible rates liability.
• Verifying rates bills issued by billing authorities across England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland.
• Maintaining accurate property databases and managing client rates liabilities.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and billing authorities, resolving issues related to occupation changes, rating list amendments, exemptions, and reliefs.
• Responding to client queries and ensuring portfolio changes are actioned promptly.
• Overseeing payment cycles, reconciling accounts, and managing credits/refunds.
• Producing reports, forecasts, and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, including attending meetings when required.
• Ensuring compliance with financial controls, statutory requirements, and KPIs.
• Assisting with historical rates audits.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone with:

• Technical expertise in calculating rate liabilities, applying reliefs and exemptions, processing refunds, and negotiating payment arrangements.
• Working knowledge of valuation methods and case law, with the ability to explain these clearly to clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships and resolve disputes with billing authorities.
• Strong financial acumen and numeracy skills; experience in budget planning, cost management, and reporting is desirable.
• Familiarity with rating software (e.g., Calcurate, Riverlake) is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to use intermediate formulas for data manipulation.
• IRRV qualification or membership (desirable but not essential).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, process-driven environment.
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.

Ready to join a team where your expertise makes a real difference? Apply today and help us deliver outstanding results for our clients.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”