Fees and Credit Control Officer

Royal Russell School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Russell School in Croydon, Surrey is seeking a Credit Control/Fees Officer to join our Finance team. You will manage invoicing and the timely collection of school fees for over 1,200 pupils, delivering high-quality customer service while supporting the school’s financial operations.

The role requires experience in credit control, invoicing and sales ledger management, with strong numerical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in credit control, invoicing and sales ledger management.
• Excellent numerical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle accurate invoicing and collection of school fees for 1,200+ pupils.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality and customer service in interactions with parents and external agencies.
• Support school finance operations and use school finance systems.

Skills

Credit control

Invoicing

Sales ledger

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualifications

Tools

iSAMS

AccountsIQ

Job description

Fees and Credit Control Officer

Location: Croydon, Surrey

Salary: Competitive

Employment Type: Permanent

Employer: Royal Russell School

Start Date

To start end November / beginning of December 2026

Job Description

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Fees and Credit Control Officer to join our busy Finance team. This key role is responsible for the accurate invoicing and collection of school fees for over 1,200 pupils, ensuring excellent customer service while supporting the school's financial operations.

The successful candidate will have experience in credit control, invoicing and sales ledger management, excellent numerical and communication skills, and the ability to manage a varied workload while meeting strict deadlines. You will work closely with parents, colleagues and external agencies, maintaining professionalism, sensitivity and confidentiality at all times.

Experience in a finance environment is essential, with knowledge of school finance systems, iSAMS and AccountsIQ desirable. AAT qualifications or studies are advantageous.

If you are a proactive and customer-focused finance professional looking to join a supportive and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

Working Hours

37.5 hours per week, all year round

Salary

Competitive and dependent on skills and experience.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted to HR by 9am on Friday, 23rd October 2026.

Interview Schedule

Interviews will be held from Wednesday, 28th October 2026.

Additional Information

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (including a check against the Children's Barred List) and other pre-employment screening including references and medical fitness.

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We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Fees and Credit Control Officer to join our busy Finance team. This key role is responsible for the accurate invoicing and collection of school fees for over 1,200 pupils, ensuring excellent customer service while supporting the school's financial operations.

The successful candidate will have experience in credit control, invoicing and sales ledger management, excellent numerical and communication skills, and the ability to manage a varied workload while meeting strict deadlines. You will work closely with parents, colleagues and external agencies, maintaining professionalism, sensitivity and confidentiality at all times.

Experience in a finance environment is essential, with knowledge of school finance systems, iSAMS and AccountsIQ desirable. AAT qualifications or studies are advantageous.

If you are a proactive and customer-focused finance professional looking to join a supportive and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.