Finance Leader: Senior Accountant & Cost Controller

German International School Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Dubai seeks a Senior Account/Cost Controller to manage financial operations and oversee a finance team. This role involves preparing budgets, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and implementing ERP systems. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in financial management and team leadership. Benefits include housing allowance and annual flight allowance, with a full-time employment contract as per UAE Labour Law.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Annual flight allowance

End of service gratuity

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting or financial management in an educational institution.
• Proven experience in managing and developing a team.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and cost control practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all accounting operations including billing and accounts payable.
• Prepare and manage the annual budget and monthly forecasting.
• Implement and maintain effective cost control systems.

Skills

Financial management

Cost control practices

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree or professional certification (e.g. CPA, CMA)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Job description

An educational institution in Dubai seeks a Senior Account/Cost Controller to manage financial operations and oversee a finance team. This role involves preparing budgets, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and implementing ERP systems. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in financial management and team leadership. Benefits include housing allowance and annual flight allowance, with a full-time employment contract as per UAE Labour Law.