Job Description

Finance and Compliance Officer - Permanent role-Full time

We are seeking an experienced Finance Officer to play a key role in our small, professional school administration team, which is responsible for all finance and compliance functions within Elmhurst School. You will be supported by a capable finance team at Bellevue Head Office.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing payments from purchase order processing to goods received notices using Kefron purchase order system The preparation of extra charges to pupils, such as trips via Magic Booking software Dealing with parent queries regarding fees and associated costs Managing payroll administration Regular credit control of all incoming pupil finance streams Monitoring and recovery of fee debts Updating and maintaining fee records Submission of early years funding requests Completion of annual surveys Management of compliance tracker, ensuring timely completion of work The collection and recording of pupils' registration fees and deposits
To be considered for this role you will need to have experience of billing and credit control and dealing with financial matters as well as a calm, patient manner to handle phone calls and work as part of the wider school team. An accountancy qualification is desirable.

Working at Elmhurst

There is a genuine buzz at the school. Colleagues enjoy their work and, like the pupils, are ambitious for the school.

Everyone works hard here, and anyone joining the school should expect to do so. There's a strong sense of community and source of friendship. We aim to look after our staff too. We have an appraisal scheme with a focus on the employee's professional development; we offer a range of training opportunities; and we're committed to supporting staff wellbeing. On a more practical level, all staff benefit from good pension provision and free lunches during term time.

For further details see the job description. To apply please complete the application form and send it with a covering letter to head@elmhurstschool.net.

The closing date for applications is Friday 9th of May 2025.

Do note that interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received, so candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.

We may close the vacancy earlier than the specified deadline, if the right candidate is found.

Elmhurst School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Elmhurst is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

South Croydon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (preferred) School: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 09/05/2025
Expected start date: 02/06/2025