Finance Assistant

Location: Appleton Thorn

Benefits Competitive Salary - £25,500 - £28,000 (DOE) 31 days Annual Leave (incl public holidays) Full time, Permanent Position Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Health Cash Back Plan Cost Price Tutoring Casual Dress Code Progression Opportunities Fun and Friendly Atmosphere National Learning Group is looking for a confident and organised Finance Assistant to take ownership of cash collection and aged debt management within our growing finance team.

This is a newly created role, giving you the chance to shape processes, build strong routines and make a real impact from day one. What Youll Be Doing

Key responsibilities include:

managing customer payments, chasing outstanding balances, maintaining the aged debtors ledger, agreeing payment plans, preparing statements and debt reports, resolving customer queries, and helping improve credit control processes. Skills, Experience and Abilities required Were looking for someone who has previous experience in credit control, collections or accounts receivable, with the confidence to manage customer conversations professionally and sensitively. Whats On Offer Salary from £25,500 £ 28,000 (depending on experience).

A permanent, full-time role based in Gateshead. 37.5 hours per week The opportunity to take real ownership of a newly created credit control role. Support from an experienced Finance Lead and Finance Director. A growing education business where your work will make a visible difference. If youre an organised and proactive Finance Assistant who enjoys improving processes and getting results, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today to join National Learning Group. Safeguarding Statement We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows safer recruitment practices and includes appropriate pre-employment checks, which may include obtaining references, verifying qualifications and identity, conducting a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where applicable, and assessing candidates' suitability to work with vulnerable groups.

Please only proceed with your application if you agree to us performing these checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.