Credit Control Assistant - Cambridge, United Kingdom - The Stephen Perse Foundation

The Stephen Perse Foundation

Verified Company

Cambridge, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Responsible to:
Head of Finance

Location:
Stephen Perse Cambridge Sixth Form, Bateman Street

Role Description
We are seeking a motivated and organised individual to join our Finance department as a Credit Control Assistant. This role focuses specifically on recovering outstanding fees from specific debtors.

This role is being offered on a temporary basis to start as soon as possible to the end of August (minimum term), or the end of October (maximum term).

Main Responsibilities:

Debtor Management:

Identify and prioritise outstanding fees from pupils who have left the school.
Send copy invoices and statements where requested
Work with the Fees Ledger manager to negotiate payment plans with debtors where appropriate.

Debt Management Company Liaison:

Identify and classify debts that require referral to an external debt management company.
Liaise effectively with the debt management company, providing them with accurate and uptodate information.
Respond promptly to any queries raised by the debt management company.
Manage the administration and reporting processes associated with outsourced debt recovery.

General Administration:

Maintain accurate records of all legacy debtor communications and activities.
Prepare reports on the progress of debt recovery efforts.
Undertake any other related tasks as required by the Finance team.

General Responsibilities

Act as an excellent ambassador for Stephen Perse at all times.
Build and maintain good working relationships with all Stephen Perse colleagues.
Assist as necessary in other Stephen Perse areas at peak times.
Work at all times towards the aims and goals of Stephen Perse and any individual objectives and targets you may have agreed.
Proactively identify areas for improvements within Stephen Perse.
Actively promote Stephen Perse Equal Opportunities Policy, encouraging staff awareness and participation in all areas.
Act in accordance with the Data Protection principles at all times.
Adhere at all times to Stephen Perse operational and employment policies and procedures.
Take care of your own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or do not do).
Cooperate with others on health and safety, and not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for your health, safety or welfare.
Follow the training you have received when using any work items Stephen Perse has provided.
Adhere to Stephen Perse's Privacy Notice and ensure private and confidential data is kept secure and disposed of in the appropriate manner.

This job description is not necessarilycomprehensive and the position holder will be required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.

Safeguarding and welfare of children

The post holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact, will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with Stephen Perse's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy statement at all times.

If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the role-holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School, s/he must report any concerns to the School's Designated Person or the Stephen Perse Designated Safeguarding Lead.

All employees of Stephen Perse adhere to the Safer Working Practices guidance and all teaching staff are required to adhere to the Teaching Standards which can be found on the government website.

Terms and conditions

Hours of work
Full-time, working Monday to Friday 8am-4pm, 37.5 hours per week. We will also consider part-time.

Salary
£26,165 per annum.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract

Contract length: 3 months

Pay:
£26,165.00 per year

Expected hours:
No less than 30 per week

Benefits: