Debtors Assistant

Framlingham College is a co-educational day and boarding school comprising of the Prep School in the beautiful setting of Brandeston Hall, and the Senior School which is set in the stunning surroundings in the market town of Framlingham.

We require a tenacious and motivated team player to join our busy finance team. The role will involve managing the following up of fee invoices with parents. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a can-do attitude and be comfortable liaising with individuals on sensitive matters.  Previous experience of dealing with people and complex financial issues would be desirable.  

JOB PURPOSE:

To assist the Finance team in managing the following up of fee invoices with parents.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

The finance function operates on a team basis. The job holder will be expected to contribute to effective running of the finance function and will be given primary responsibility for specified areas from the following list. 

Fees ledger

• Review and monitor the level of fees owed to the College following up where necessary with parents.

• Regularly review the aged debtor list and make regular contact with parents/fee payer  

• Initiate financial circumstance conversation with the parent/fee payer. Set up meetings with the finance officer and the Bursar as appropriate.

• Agreeing, implementing and monitoring payment plans. 

• Maintain the integrity of the records held on the ledger. 

• Provide monthly updates to the Finance Officer and Bursar on the fees owed by individuals.

For the full job description, please download the recruitment pack. 

The post is up to 15 hours per week during term time and can be worked flexibly Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm. Some hybrid working, splitting the hours between home and the office is acceptable but at least 1 day will be required in the office each week. 

The salary is £19,500-£22,500, based on experience. 

We offer a supportive working environment, a free lunch each day the kitchen is operational plus complimentary gym membership. 

Please submit a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role together with an application form. Recruitment packs are available from the HR team on 01728 723789, email: Recruitment@framlinghamcollege.co.uk or from www.framlinghamcollege.co.uk. Click 'Apply Now' to download our application form. 

Closing date: Midday Friday 8th July

*Applications are reviewed upon receipt; you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

Framlingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.