1. Administrative Assistant in the Finance Office - Part-Time

American University of Ras Al Khaimah; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Finance Department's daily operations. This role involves providing essential clerical assistance, managing documents, and ensuring effective communication within the team and across university units. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and a solid understanding of finance-related tasks. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will help streamline processes and enhance departmental efficiency, making a significant impact on the university's operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of administrative experience in finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Finance Department.
• Prepare and process finance-related documentation.
• Coordinate meetings and maintain organized records.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

MS Office Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce

Tools

Financial Systems/ERPs

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant in the Finance Department will support day-to-day operations by providing administrative and clerical assistance to the finance team. The role involves managing documents, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, and ensuring smooth communication within the department and with other university units.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Finance Department, including scheduling, documentation, filing, and data entry.
• Prepare and process internal forms, memos, and finance-related documentation such as invoices, receipts, and payment requests.
• Assist with tracking departmental expenditures and budgetary information.
• Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Liaise with students, staff, and vendors regarding finance-related inquiries.
• Maintain organized records and ensure proper archiving of financial documents.
• Monitor office supplies and request replenishments as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures in all administrative tasks.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com) or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a finance
• Familiarity with financial systems or ERPs is an advantage.
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team player with a proactive and positive attitude.