Senior Accountant - Aldar Education (Bilingual)

Role overview

Qualifications and experience

• Degree in Accounting.
• At least 8 years of finance-function experience, or a professional qualification with at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Accounting certifications such as CPA, CA, CMA, or CFA are a plus.
• Senior accounting experience is sought, ideally in education or a service-oriented industry.

Knowledge and skills

• Strong knowledge of advanced accounting principles and practices, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and reconciliation.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and administrative skills; English and Arabic communication are specified.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Oracle or SAP.
• Ability to coordinate financial reporting and budget preparation, collaborate across departments, and comply with financial policies and procedures.

Strategic and functional responsibilities

• Prepare the annual school budget and periodic forecasts in coordination with relevant departments and submit them to HQ finance on time.
• Ensure accurate and timely supplier payments, proper vendor reconciliation, accurate receivables, and collections by due dates.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, periodic, and ad hoc reports; review monthly MIS reports with the Principal.
• Complete accurate and timely invoicing for tuition, exams, trips, and other charges, and follow up with parents for payment.
• Issue daily receipts, support bank reconciliation, and provide bank statements with receipt numbers for cash clearing.
• Manage petty cash under company policies and Delegation of Authority; ensure revenue recognition and receivables accuracy before month-end close.
• Coordinate with IT on interface transaction errors and support HQ finance with monthly closing activities.
• Support school policy adherence and the Principal's financial operations; supervise the Junior Accountant's assigned tasks if applicable.
• Achieve KPIs set to drive finance excellence.

Benefits and development

• The employer describes an attractive remuneration package and professional development, coaching, and training.

Workplace

• The role is based at the employer's headquarters.

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