Junior Credit Controller

The Royal Alexandra and Albert School exists to give our children a distinctly different start in life, preparing them for the world with hope, optimism, compassion and empathy.

We are a co-educational, non-selective state boarding school, for boys and girls aged 7 - 18. This is a boarding school with Flexi Boarding students attending from the local area and a lively community of around 300 Full Boarders, passionately involved in a wide range of after-school and weekend activities and trips.

Our Ofsted inspection of March 2024 states,” pupils are happy and well cared for at Royal Alexandra and Albert School. They benefit from positive relationships with staff across the school. Pupils feel safe, confident that if they report any concerns or worries they will be dealt with”.

We offer:

• Professional, supportive and committed staff team
• Beautiful estate set in 260 acres of parkland
• Convenient location, close to the A23 and M25
• Free on-site parking

We are looking for a junior credit controller, on temporary basis. The successful candidate will assist the senior credit controller, in a busy accounts department, with basic credit control procedures, debt collection and have the following technical and professional know-how:

• Basic Financial Knowledge: Understanding invoices, payment terms, and credit policies is a must.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with accounting systems and spreadsheets helps streamline your workflow.
• Knowledge of Regulations: Awareness of debt collection laws and ethical practices ensures compliance.

The successful candidate will have the following core skills and attributes:

• Effective Communication: Clear, confident interaction with clients and internal teams is essential for resolving payment issues and maintaining relationships.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in record-keeping and spotting discrepancies helps prevent costly errors.
• Negotiation & Persuasion: You’ll often need to encourage timely payments without damaging client rapport.
• Problem-Solving: Tackling disputes or identifying reasons behind delayed payments requires a cool head and creative thinking.
• Time Management: Prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines keeps cash flow steady and operations smooth.
• Customer Service Skills: Handling difficult conversations with empathy and professionalism is key.
• Teamwork & Independence: You’ll collaborate with finance teams but also need to manage your own workload effectively.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement