Job Description

Senior Accountant - Yas American Academy

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Trending

Aldar Academies is currently seeking a Senior Accountant at Yas American Academy on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, starting immediately. This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group. Yas American Academy opened in September 2016, providing high-quality education to the Emirate. The children are taught the Massachusetts Common Core Curriculum, tailored to be meaningful to students, alongside the local curriculum of Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies. Facilities at the school include a large astro-turf field, two swimming pools, a well-stocked library, a large multi-purpose sports hall, an auditorium, and outdoor play areas. We provide a warm, friendly, and supportive environment where students enjoy learning and achieving in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust. The successful candidates will align closely with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of regional values. Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities

Prepare the annual school budget in coordination with concerned departments. Ensure accurate and timely payments to suppliers and maintain 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 reports to HQ finance accurately and on time, and review monthly MIS with the Principal. Achieve KPIs set to attain financial excellence. Functional Responsibilities

Prepare the schoolaEUR(TM)s annual budget and periodic forecasts, submitting them to HQ finance on time. Ensure invoicing for all billing types (tuition fees, exam fees, trips, etc.) is completed accurately and promptly. Follow up with parents daily for payments. 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 timely, with proper vendor reconciliation. Manage petty cash and ensure all petty cash payments comply with company policies and DOA. Ensure revenue recognition and Accounts Receivable GL Accounts are accurate before month-end closing. Coordinate with IT to resolve interface transaction errors. Support HQ finance staff with monthly closing activities accurately and on time. Meet deadlines for daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports. Key Accountabilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in Accounting 8+ yearsaEUR(TM) experience in finance or a professional qualification with 5+ yearsaEUR(TM) experience in a similar role. Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills

Advanced accounting principles skills Excellent communication, presentation, and administrative skills Proficiency with accounting software Ability to professionally interact with stakeholders Leadership and team management skills Positive, solution-focused attitude Ability to prioritize and multitask IT literacy and familiarity with online technologies Strong interpersonal skills for communicating with a diverse, multicultural environment This job description is not exhaustive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend it at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage UAE Nationals to apply and support national development strategies. Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointment offers are subject to references and police clearance. Job Info

Job Identification 1618 Posting Date 04/24/2025, 03:54 AM Apply Before 05/08/2025, 03:54 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations West Yas Academy, Abu Dhabi, AE #J-18808-Ljbffr