School Accountant Aldar Academies

Based at Kent College Dubai, this role will oversee a variety of financial functions, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash & Bank Reconciliation, and the safeguarding of school assets.

You will collaborate to review monthly MIS reports, assist with the preparation of the annual budget, and provide support to both school staff and HQ finance on any finance-related matters. The successful candidate will be focused on exceeding both internal and external customer expectations, optimizing financial performance, and enhancing the return on capital investment, all while aligning with Aldar Education s Core Values.

Strategic Responsibilities:

• Prepare the annual school budget in coordination with relevant departments.
• Ensure accurate and timely payments to suppliers, maintaining clean vendor accounts with proper reconciliation before payments.
• Ensure Accounts Receivable GL accounts are accurate and collections are made within the due date.
• Submit daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic financial reports to HQ finance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review monthly MIS reports with the Principal and ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Achieve KPIs set to drive finance excellence.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit the school s annual budget and periodic forecasts to HQ finance in a timely manner.
• Ensure all invoicing (tuition fees, exam fees, trips, and other charges) is completed accurately and on time. Regularly follow up with parents for payment collection.
• Issue receipts daily to ensure accurate bank reconciliation, and provide bank statements with receipt numbers to HQ finance for cash clearing.
• Handle supplier payments accurately and promptly, ensuring proper vendor reconciliation.
• Manage petty cash in accordance with company policies and the Delegation of Authority (DOA).
• Ensure revenue recognition and accuracy of Accounts Receivable GL accounts before month-end closure. Coordinate with IT to resolve any interface transaction errors.
• Support HQ finance staff in the accurate and timely completion of monthly closing activities.
• Ensure all reporting requirements (daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc) are met within specified timelines.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure that the school team adheres to policies and procedures, providing support wherever needed.
• Assist the school Principal as required to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Supervise and monitor the performance of the Junior Accountant for assigned tasks (if applicable).