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Accountant, Account Receivables (AR) | Finance Department

American University of SharjahSharjah, UAE1 months agoEntry
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About This Role

Overview

The Accountant-AR will support the Assistant Manager of Finance while Performing day-to-day activities in the Accounts Receivable (AR) function of the Finance Department.

Job Responsibilities

  • Attended and clarified all queries from students and/or their representatives in a timely and sufficient manner.
  • Ensure that all day-to-day data entries are accurately allocated and booked in the students’ accounts including payments, deferments, financial holds, doc release holds, etc.
  • Ensure that all charges are booked properly to the students’ accounts and perform periodic reconciliations to ensure healthy records.
  • Promptly issue invoices and follow up on their payments.
  • Coordinate with internal business partners to issue invoices and follow up on their payments.
  • Follow up on the invoice payments issued to the customers, sponsors, and business partners and generate the related reports as required.
  • Coordinate all matters with the scholarship office and the sponsor representatives to ensure that all issues are promptly addressed.
  • Maintain the registration period through coordination and cooperation with other sections at Finance as well as other departments at AUS.
  • Assist the AR Assistant Manager on accounts receivable aging analysis and other reports/analysis.
  • Update the Office of Alumni Affairs, Office of Research and Grants invoice payment status report monthly and communicate this with them.

Qualifications And Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
  • Minimum of two (2) years of relevant accounting experience
  • Solid understanding and practical experience with IFRS
  • Knowledge of and experience with UAE VAT regulations and compliance
  • Familiarity with ERP systems
  • Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
  • Experience in credit management and receivables is an advantage
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong time management and organizational abilities
  • Effective problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications And Skills

  • Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / CPA / ACA / CMA)
  • Three years of relevant experience
  • Arabic is an advantage

How To Apply

  • Interested applicants should fill out the form.
  • AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.

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