Credit Controller

Who are Habs? 

We are a diverse community, and we nurture a global perspective and a deep sense of responsibility for the world in which our pupils will lead and succeed. Our broad curriculum and co-curricular provision prepare pupils for success wherever their passion may take them. Ambition, Curiosity, Courage and Community are the core beliefs that we stand for here at Habs.  

Join our team and unlock your potential!  

Role: Credit Controller

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £35,000 to £40,000, based on experience

Reports to: Head of Fees and Bursaries

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join our team, working across the two Haberdashers' Elstree Schools. You will be responsible for preparing termly invoices, debt collection, and supporting the Head of Fees & Bursaries.

Further details of the role can be found in the attached candidate pack.  

What we look for

We seek a quick learner with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of understanding and conveying complex details to various stakeholders. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently, using their own initiative, and have experience in credit control. Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Advanced Excel, is essential, along with familiarity with accounting and billing systems being desirable.

High levels of literacy, numeracy, and financial analysis, coupled with strong organisational skills and attention to detail, are crucial. The candidate should also be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and prioritise tasks effectively.

What we are offering:  

• A competitive salary, commensurate with the candidate’s experience

• 40 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays) 

• Free lunch and refreshments 

• Additional life insurance cover, access to Employee Assistance  

• Extensive professional development training opportunities  

• Free onsite parking or access to travel on the schools extensive coach network  

• Provision of a laptop  

• Free access to sports facilities and well-being programmes for staff  

• Enrolment into the Schools' pension scheme, with 12% employer contribution, based on 5% individual contribution

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

Haberdashers’ Elstree SchooIs are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.