Accountant, Account Receivables (AR) | Finance Department

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sharjah is seeking an Accountant to assist the Assistant Manager of Finance. The role involves managing accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate data entries, issuing invoices, and coordinating with various departments. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, with at least 2 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and an understanding of UAE VAT regulations are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Solid understanding and experience with IFRS.
• Knowledge of UAE VAT regulations.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Clarify queries from students and representatives promptly.
• Accurately allocate and book day-to-day data entries.
• Issue invoices and follow up on their payments.
• Coordinate matters with scholarship office and sponsors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Accountant-AR will support the Assistant Manager of Finance while Performing day-to-day activities in the Accounts Receivable (AR) function of the Finance Department.

Job Responsibilities

• Attended and clarified all queries from students and/or their representatives in a timely and sufficient manner.
• Ensure that all day-to-day data entries are accurately allocated and booked in the students’ accounts including payments, deferments, financial holds, doc release holds, etc.
• Ensure that all charges are booked properly to the students’ accounts and perform periodic reconciliations to ensure healthy records.
• Promptly issue invoices and follow up on their payments.
• Coordinate with internal business partners to issue invoices and follow up on their payments.
• Follow up on the invoice payments issued to the customers, sponsors, and business partners and generate the related reports as required.
• Coordinate all matters with the scholarship office and the sponsor representatives to ensure that all issues are promptly addressed.
• Maintain the registration period through coordination and cooperation with other sections at Finance as well as other departments at AUS.
• Assist the AR Assistant Manager on accounts receivable aging analysis and other reports/analysis.
• Update the Office of Alumni Affairs, Office of Research and Grants invoice payment status report monthly and communicate this with them.

Qualifications And Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant accounting experience
• Solid understanding and practical experience with IFRS
• Knowledge of and experience with UAE VAT regulations and compliance
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
• Experience in credit management and receivables is an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management and organizational abilities
• Effective problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications And Skills

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / CPA / ACA / CMA)
• Three years of relevant experience
• Arabic is an advantage

How To Apply

• Interested applicants should fill out the form.
• AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.