Job Description
Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding
School Accountant for Muna British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing in
immediately.
Muna British Academy is in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi and was recently rated Outstanding by ADEK - Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) Serving over 700 students from Nursery Year 6 we follow the National Curriculum of England. Next year will see the school grow and open a Year 7 for the first time.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.
The successful candidate will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.
Job Purpose:
This position is responsible to perform all finance related activities assigned to the schools such as preparation of school budget, budget control, closing the books accurately and on timely manner, prepare School MIS, bank reconciliation and handling petty cash. Finance point of contact for all matters related to school financial operations.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for school financial activities.
- Review and approve Purchase Requisitions for budget availability and budget codes.
- Process supplier payments via 3-way matching (Invoice, PO & GRN) on time with proper due diligence checks and validation.
- Ensure supplier accounts are reconciled and highlight to the respective departments for any unreconciled transaction for further action.
- Manage petty cash as per policy to meet business requirements.
- Asset creation, depreciation run and closing of FA module on monthly basis.
- Manage month end closing activities accurately and on a timely manner.
- Prepare monthly MIS report and review with Assistant Finance Manager.
- Circulate and present monthly MIS to Principal and OSM for decision making.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet schedules and review with Assistant Finance Manager.
- Prepare bank reconciliation statement and review with AFM and submit to AE Group Finance Treasury team.
- Ensure P&L and balance sheet accounts are accurate by clearing all unreconciled balances.
- Provide necessary support to prepare annual school budget along with details with regards to the school expenses in coordination with school and HQ finance team.
- Support with internal and external audit by providing audit LOR.
- Responsible to meet adhoc reporting requirements from internal departments & HQ.
- Initiate process improvement wherever possible to achieve school finance excellence.
- Handle exceptional queries from parent and resolve them.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
Minimum Experience: 5+ years experience in a finance function or professional qualification with 2+ years experience in a similar role.
Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:
- Advanced Accounting principals knowledge.
- Advanced Communication and Presentation skills.
- Advanced Administration skills.
- Average Accounting software knowledge.
- To be approachable, professional, calm and knowledgeable.
- To be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
- To be able to prioritize workload and multitask.
Application:
A covering letter and CV including details of two referees should be sent via the career's page.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 25,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.
Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.
Aldar Education is keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to offer.
This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.
Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
