Accountant

An Educational Investment Group that Owns and Runs Schools in the UAE

Dubai, UAE

Ref: RP590-08

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The Arbor School is seeking an experienced Accountant to assist the Finance Department in day-to-day operations.

At The Arbor School, we are energetic and passionate about what we do. Because of our continued expansion, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values and commitment.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Submit and reconcile expense reports.
• Preparing and reporting of monthly financial accounts.
• Preparing audit schedules in connection with the annual audit.
• Attending to any other reports as may be required for internal or external purposes.
• Maintain electronic and hard copy filing system.
• Maintain records of all school financial transactions.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash fund.
• Maintain and monitor the school supplies and equipment inventories.
• Resolving payment discrepancies and disputes on behalf of the company
• Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, employer’s benefit costs, accruals and prepaid expenses

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance or related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on Accounting and Finance experience.
• Fluency in English is a must and Arabic language would be an advantage.
• Presentable look and manner.
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Quickbooks, TallyERP etc.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Previous experience in Accounting support/Bookkeeping is a plus.

Core Competencies:
• Ability to remain composed and professional at all times.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities as required.
• Excellent multi-tasking and organization skills.
• Detail-oriented and the ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
• Reliable Attendance and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
• Ability to obtain and analyse data to formulate strategies to address market conditions. `

If you are interested in this position and believe you meet all the above requirements, please express your interest by applying to this post. You must attach your resume in PDF or Word Document Format, with a recent photo, in order to be considered for this opportunity.

About the Company

An Educational Investment group that owns and runs schools within the UAE. Head office is based in Dubai.

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