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Fees Finance Officer

• Pay Rate: £120-135 per day depending on experience
• Location: South West London, close to Clapham Junction (on-site role)
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a dedicated Fees Finance Officer to manage the billing and collection of all school fees and extras efficiently and accurately. This role includes significant interaction with parents and internal stakeholders and supports the school's broader financial operations. This is an all-year position requiring flexibility, including occasional weekend work.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Production and management of termly fee invoices and extra charges such as trips and exam fees.
• Handle fee remissions (bursaries, scholarships) in accordance with school policy.
• Engage in regular credit control activities and monitor incoming pupil finance streams.
• Manage BACS and AUDDIS administration and process monthly/termly direct debits for fees.
• Liaise with parents regarding fee queries and manage the collection and recording of registration fees and deposits.
• Support the Head of Finance and Assistant Accountant in various financial operations, including the administration of Scholarship and Bursary applications.
• Prepare financial reports for meetings and assist in the year-end audit process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a finance team, with strong experience in billing, credit control, or accounts receivable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and ideally experience with iFinance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of handling sensitive information with tact and diplomacy.
• Good time management and organisational skills, able to meet tight deadlines.
• QBE or working towards a professional accounting qualification; an Accounting Degree is desirable.

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave allowance (33 days plus UK bank holidays).
• Defined pension contribution scheme with up to 14% employer contribution and additional NI savings passed back as pension contributions.
• Salary sacrifice childcare vouchers and free lunches.
• Simply Health healthcare plan, including flu jabs and online GP service.
• Discounts in local shops, restaurants, and businesses.
• Season ticket loans and ride to work scheme.
• Comprehensive training and development support.

How to apply:

To apply for the Fees Finance Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. Early application is advised as interviews may commence before the closing date on Sunday, 5 October 2025.

Please note that as part of our safeguarding policy, applicants will be required to undertake screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.