Job Description
Dedicate Recruitment is delighted to be working with this prestigious independent school in Canterbury seeking a professional and empathetic Credit Controller to join their Finance team. This role is vital to maintaining the school s financial health by managing the collection of outstanding fees while nurturing positive relationships with parents and guardians.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and manage the accounts receivable ledger.
- Identify overdue accounts and communicate with parents via phone and email.
- Maintain accurate records of communications and payment arrangements.
- Work with the Finance team to escalate unresolved debts and prepare regular reports.
- Support the development and implementation of credit control policies.
- Handle sensitive financial discussions with discretion and professionalism.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in credit control or accounts receivable, ideally in an educational or customer-focused environment.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, especially in Excel.
We are seeking a resilient, proactive, and solution-focused individual who can manage challenging conversations with empathy. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a highly respected school community, where professionalism and care are valued.
This an onsite, full time role, working 37.5 hours per week. Free lunch provided during term time.
Assignment to April 2026.
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