Billing Manager

Benenden School is looking for a well-qualified Billing Manager to join our team on a full-time basis. 

Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounting (HOFA), the Billing Manager will oversee the billing function within the School. They will manage all aspects of the fee invoice preparation process, as well as the preparation and management of the monthly and termly direct debit collections, setting up new accounts on the sales ledger and posting receipts. The Billing Manager is also responsible for providing termly reconciliations of fees and deductions, ensuring all recharges are billed and queries from the billing process are answered. 

In addition to this, the successful candidate will manage the credit control function providing regular debtor reports, issuing statements and relevant debtor communications in line with School policy.

The successful candidate will have strong excel skills, excellent management skills and ideally have a good working knowledge of accounts software packages. We welcome applications from candidates from a range of current roles, including those looking to progress their careers or make a move into education.  

Applicants should be hard working, flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities. They will be able to assist other roles within the team and step in to provide cover during absences or busy periods.

About Benenden School

Benenden is one of the leading day and boarding schools in the country. Founded in 1923, Benenden School is situated in 250 acres of attractive parkland in Kent, the Garden of England. There are 550 girls in the School, aged 11-18.

Meals are provided to staff whilst on duty. The School’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym and swimming pool, are available for staff to use.  

For a full job description and to apply, please download the application pack from our website by clicking the apply button.

Completed applications should be emailed to People Services at recruitment@benenden.school by 9:00am on Monday 18 March 2024. Interviews likely to be held between 20 - 22 March 2024.

The post-holder will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom they come into contact. They must ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times, this appointment will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Benenden School is committed to equal opportunities and equal pay for all employees. Whilst Benenden isn’t accredited to the Living Wage Foundation, we do look to the Living Wage for guidance and our starting pay is currently in line with this.