Head of Accounts Receivable

Location:

London, ENG, GB

Date: 10 Dec 2025

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Northern Europe region has a central finance function which covers multiple countries. As the team expands, we are looking to recruit an ambitious Head of AR who are looking to work in an ambitious company whilst progressing their career. The role will require some travel, both locally in the UK and internationally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee end-to-end customer billing and contract setup within JD Edwards
Lead proactive debt collection to maintain strong cash flow
Ensure accurate and compliant revenue recognition
Evaluate discount requests and deliver clear, data-driven recommendations to the Finance Director
Act as the primary contact for parents and customers on all fee-related enquiries
Prepare bad debt calculations in accordance with IFRS 9 for management reporting
Manage and develop a team of eight
Build strong working relationships with Heads of School and Admissions teams
Provide high-quality support to the Finance Director on a range of ad-hoc projects

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Strong previous experience in a similar role
Effective Excel skills
JD Edwards experience would be desirable
A self-starter with the drive, determination and commitment to get things done
‘Can do’ attitude with a problem-solving approach to new challenges
Ability to handle large data sets, work under pressure and to deadlines with the capacity to multi-task over several on-going projects
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, fast-growing environment
Well organised, process driven and high attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
High aptitude on systems
Understanding of ability to work in a PE environment in a results driven organisation

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com