The King's School Canterbury is looking for an experienced, proactive Interim Credit Controller to join our Finance Department during an important period of change and increased operational demand., The King's School Canterbury is looking for an experienced, proactive Interim Credit Controller to join our Finance Department during an important period of change and increased operational demand. This is a hands-on opportunity for a confident finance professional who knows how to manage a debtor ledger, drive timely payments and build constructive relationships with customers and stakeholders. What you'll be responsible for:
- Taking ownership of the School's accounts receivable and credit control processes.
- Proactively managing outstanding fees and overdue balances.
- Handling sensitive conversations with parents, guardians and third-party fee payers professionally and tactfully.
- Managing payment arrangements and maintaining a clear audit trail.
- Reconciling accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving queries.
- Producing aged debt and KPI reports for the Head of Finance and CFO.
- Supporting fee billing, month-end reporting and year-end audit activity.
- Identifying potential bad debts and supporting effective recovery action.
- Working closely with Finance, Admissions and Bursary teams.
You’ll bring proven credit control or accounts receivable experience, attention to detail and the confidence to manage a high-volume workload. - Strong Excel skills are essential, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/ XLOOKUP, SUMIF and data analysis/reconciliation. Experience of school fee billing, independent schools or the education sector is desirable.
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Interim Credit Controller in Maidstone employer: The King's School
As a leading educational institution, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our staff to excel. The Head of History & Politics will benefit from extensive professional development opportunities, a supportive environment, and the chance to inspire students across both Junior and Senior Schools. Located in a vibrant community, our school offers a unique platform for educators to engage with passionate learners and contribute to a rich academic and co-curricular life.
