Mathematics Teacher

Role overview

Leadership and planning

• Supervise accounting staff and related support operations, including registration, procurement, catering, fixed assets, inventory, and ICT management.
• Contribute to school strategy and development plans, advise on resource use, and lead implementation of changes related to the role.
• Prepare proposed budgets, support financial planning, monitor expenditure, control costs, and recommend budget reviews when needed.

Accounting, payroll, and banking

• Manage payroll, staff allowances and benefits coordination, final settlements, and accurate payroll accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Manage school bank accounts, monthly reconciliations, timely deposits, cash collections, bank positions, and trip and activity costing.
• Maintain the general ledger, complete month-end and year-end reconciliations, and prepare monthly, quarterly, term, and annual financial statements.

Compliance and administration

• Ensure UAE VAT and corporate tax compliance, maintain supporting records, and coordinate financial and regulatory reports for external authorities and inspections.
• Review payments and bank transfers for accuracy, documentation, compliance, and approvals; manage purchasing, invoicing, checks, and petty cash.
• Oversee financial agreements, insurance policies, subcontracted-service contracts, and operating costs.
• Maintain administrative systems, improve student admission and registration processes, and coordinate financial-system improvements with IT.

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in business or accounting, or equivalent, from an accredited university, or a combination of related degree and experience.
• At least three years of successful managerial accounting experience; school experience is preferred.
• CA, CPA, or CMA certification is preferred.
• Advanced financial management skills and computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation tools.
• Knowledge of payroll, accounts payable and receivable, fixed assets accounting, financial planning, and administration.

Additional competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; organization, planning, time management, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Integrity, initiative, judgment, ability to interpret relevant laws and policies, and ability to analyze data and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to build positive staff relationships and handle face-to-face customer interactions tactfully.