Sales Ledger Controller

RMS is one of the top performing schools nationally for Value Added at GCSE and A level and we are proud to be an inclusive school where all girls are encouraged to fulfil their potential. Potential candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school website and social media accounts for more information about our thriving school, with its inclusive community spirit that encourages both girls and staff to share a commitment to continued personal, professional and academic development.

Sales Ledger Controller

37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum

Applications are invited for the post of Sales Ledger Controller at The Royal Masonic School for Girls (RMS). RMS is a leading independent girls’ day/boarding School with around 1000 day and boarding pupils aged 2 to 18, over 350 teaching and support staff and situated on a 200-acre parkland site near Rickmansworth in Hertfordshire. This is a unique school where we combine dynamic teaching and learning with traditional expectations that are rooted in a long and proud history. RMS is committed to educating young women to be creative, enthusiastic and generous contributors to an ever-changing world. 

With a turnover in excess of £18m pa the Sales Ledger Controller will be responsible for supporting the sales ledger requirements of the organisation. The Accounts Department is a key part of the school community and the successful candidate will join a team of four other members of staff and will report to the School Accountant. 

A sound grasp of financial principles, excellent attention to detail and a customer focused approach will be required. A willingness to cross-train, cover for absence and provide help at peak times to others in the department will also be key.  Excellent communication and inter-personal skills are essential as is the ability to work effectively as a member of the bursarial and wider school team. Further information about the role can be found in the job description which is available to download from our website. 

We welcome a completed application form which can be downloaded from our website. Completed  applications only and any enquiries should be addressed to Miss Tyler Lawton on 01923 725762 or tlawton@rmsforgirls.com.  

Please note CVs are not accepted. 

Closing date for applications: Friday 1st October 2021 by 9.00am 

Interviews are likely to take place on 7th October 2021

The Royal Masonic School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Royal Masonic School for Girls is an equal opportunities employer.

The Royal Masonic School for Girls is a Private Limited Company, Registered No 1339867 England, Registered Charity No 276784