Revenue Assistant

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; London; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognita is seeking a Revenue Assistant to join their UK Finance team on a full-time, 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting debt recovery, maintaining financial records, and liaising with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, data-savvy, and possess strong communication skills, with a commitment to safeguarding.

Benefits

Salary up to £30,000

Contributory pension scheme with Aviva

Study package

School fee discount

Exclusive third-party discounts

Professional development opportunities

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare after probation

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar financial role such as Credit Control or Revenue.
• Strong Excel skills and confident communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the recovery of referred debt and assist with case referrals.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with Finance Managers.
• Handle email correspondence related to revenue management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Data management

Problem-solving

Excel skills

Job description

About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 17 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving more than 85,000 students. Each school is unique, but our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About the role
As a Revenue Assistant within our UK Finance team, you will support the recovery of referred debt and assist with case referrals to solicitors. Reporting to the Senior Revenue Controller, you will maintain accurate records, liaise with Finance Managers, Heads of Finance, and external parties, update systems, handle email correspondence related to revenue management, and provide timely updates to aid recovery. Your attention to detail and communication skills will support the financial health of our organisation. You should be confident in handling difficult conversations with parents and stakeholders, and able to challenge decisions when necessary. If you are organised, data-savvy, and enjoy problem-solving in a fast-paced environment, this is a great opportunity to develop your finance career in a collaborative, purpose-driven team.

This is a full-time 6-month fixed-term contract role, starting in June. The position is home-based with occasional travel to collaborate with schools and finance teams.

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Who we are looking for:
You are dependable, self-motivated, with experience in a similar financial role such as Credit Control or Revenue. You possess strong Excel skills, confident communication, and can manage multiple tasks under pressure. You are adept at working with data, liaising with stakeholders, and following administrative processes. You demonstrate a strong work ethic, integrity, and a solutions-focused mindset. Working independently from home, you are highly organised and capable of managing multiple priorities. You are comfortable handling sensitive financial data and engaging with schools, parents, solicitors, and colleagues. A commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing is essential, along with enthusiasm to adapt to change and support the wider UK Finance team as needed.

Benefits at Cognita
• Salary up to £30,000
• Contributory pension scheme with Aviva
• Study package (if applicable to role, not mandatory)
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third-party discounts
• Professional development opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Private Healthcare after probation

How to Apply
Complete your application before the closing date: Sunday 1st, 2025. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right candidate.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers, and third parties must share this commitment. Background checks and safer recruitment practices will be undertaken before any appointment.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and respect for all employees.