Finance Assistant

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

About Nord AngliaAt Nord Anglia Education, our schools shape a generation of creative and resilient global citizens who leave our schools with everything they need for success - whatever they choose to be or do in life. When it comes to creating memorable learning experiences both within and beyond our classrooms, our family of more than 13,000 passionate staff are experts in their academic and commercial professions and play a vital role in the world-class experience our schools provide.We educate more than 74,000 children in 32 countries, our 81 schools in the Middle East, the Americas, Europe and Asia form our diverse global family, making us the largest provider of premium education in the world.About the schoolNord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi (NAS Abu Dhabi) lies at the heart of the Emirate, on Al Reem Island. In August 2023, we opened the school\'s new, purpose-built campus to our first cohort of students and begin to do what Nord Anglia does best: make every moment at school count. We help our students prepare for their futures, think creatively outside the box, develop healthy resilience and global awareness, and be team players. Through personalised learning, our students will thrive academically, socially and emotionally, and achieve more than they ever thought possible.Job PurposeManage the customer billing process and liaise with customers/parents with regards to any financial queries. Ensure the timely issue and collection of school fees and be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the debt management process.Key responsibilities include the following:
  • Debt management and collection of over AED 50,000,000
  • Cash and banking handling and processing, this may include point-of-sale processing
  • Periodic reporting of debtors reporting
  • Develop/maintain user-friendly reports
  • Key interface with pupils and parents, building a strong and supportive relationship to attain objectives
  • Accounts Payables, including posting of invoices and creating supplier payments within the banking system
  • Petty cash processing
  • Expense claims processing
  • Any other appropriate duties as allocated by the Finance Manager.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualification and experience;
  • Bachelors Degree in accounting or any financial related field
  • With a minimum of 3 years accounting or finance experience
  • Native Arabic speaking professional
  • Experience in education or learning environment
PERSON SPECIFICATIONSQualifications/Training
  • Bachelor Degree in Finance or Accounting equivalence
Preferable
  • Proven track record with at least 2 year\'s working experience in finance function
EssentialExperience / Knowledge
  • Native English Professional
Desirable
  • Experience in education or learning environment
Essential
  • Experience of liaison with external and internal auditing bodies
EssentialSkills
  • High level of interpersonal skills
Essential
  • High level of technical accountancy and tax knowledge
Essential
  • Ability to prioritise and deliver against agreed service levels and targets
EssentialPersonal Attributes
  • High levels of personal integrity.
Essential
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Essential
  • Attention to detail
Essential
  • Ability to work under pressure and remain calm
Essential
  • Willingness to take on multiple tasks
Essential
  • Proactive and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achieved
Essential
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Essential
  • Ability to work independently
Essential
  • Continually strive for improvement
Essential
  • Adaptability
EssentialSelection ProcessApplicants should submit a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees, one of which should be your current Line Manager.SafeguardingAt Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture. All post holders having regular unsupervised contact with children are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both Country of residence/birth and any Country of residence within the last 10 years.

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  • Job Id
    JD1689753
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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