Housing Benefit Assurance Reporting Accountant Services

This opportunity involves providing quality assurance and reporting services for local authorities' Housing Benefit subsidy claims across three financial years (2023/24, 2024/25, and 2025/26). The role requires delivering audit services and completing a backlog of MPF720A forms in accordance with Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) standards. Reporting accountants must conduct initial testing, evaluate results, address identified errors, and prepare detailed compliance reports. Key responsibilities include following specific testing guidelines, preparing audit documentation, and ensuring all Housing Benefit subsidy claims meet regulatory requirements. This is a specialized accountancy service supporting local authorities in meeting their financial assurance obligations.