Fees Finance Officer

Emanuel School is looking for an organised and experienced finance professional to join our Finance team as Fees Finance Officer. This is an important role with responsibility for the accurate and efficient billing and collection of school fees, extras and deposits, alongside associated credit control and account administration. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will manage the termly fees process from invoicing through to payment and reconciliation, maintain accurate fee ledgers and oversee direct debit administration. You will also liaise regularly with parents regarding fees and associated costs, monitor and recover outstanding debts, administer deposits and fees in advance, and support the processing of bursaries and scholarships. In addition, you will undertake reconciliations and other financial activities that contribute to the effective running of the school's Finance function. The working hours are 8am–5pm on Monday to Friday during term time and 9.30am–4.30pm during school holiday periods. This is an all-year-round position. About you You will have experience of working within a finance team, together with strong experience in billing, credit control or accounts receivable. Highly numerate and confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, you will bring excellent attention to detail, strong organisational and analytical skills and the ability to work accurately to deadlines. As the role involves regular communication with parents and colleagues, you will also need excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to deal with financial matters sensitively, professionally and diplomatically. Experience within a school or education environment, particularly involving school fees, would be an advantage. Working at Emanuel There is a genuine buzz at the school. Colleagues enjoy their work and, like the pupils, are ambitious for the school. Everyone works hard here, and anyone joining the school should expect to do so. There’s a strong sense of comm