Accounts Officer

Bangladesh Army International University of Science and Technology, Cumilla; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable university in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accounts Officer for the Treasurer's Office. The ideal candidate will manage accounts receivable, oversee daily collections, prepare bank reconciliations, and assist in financial statement preparation, ensuring compliance with Tax and VAT regulations. Candidates should possess strong communication, professionalism, and ethical standards, along with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining accounts receivable and financial statements.
• Familiarity with Tax and VAT compliance regulations.
• Strong knowledge of financial documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor accounts receivable schedules.
• Oversee daily collection activities and documentation.
• Prepare bank reconciliation statements regularly.
• Assist in preparing periodic and annual financial statements.
• Ensure Tax and VAT compliance documentation.
• Maintain general ledger and journal entries.
• Assist in internal and external audit processes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Report-writing skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong sense of responsibility

Professionalism

Ethical behavior

Job description

Subject Areas: Treasurer's Office

Job Location: BAIUST, Cumilla

Position Description & Key Responsibilities:

BAIUST solicits applications for the post of Accounts Officer under the Treasurer's Office. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintaining and monitoring accounts receivable, including preparing student and other receivable schedules.
• Overseeing daily collection activities, ensuring proper documentation and timely deposit of funds.
• Preparing and performing bank reconciliation statements on a regular basis.
• Assisting in the preparation of periodic and annual financial statements in compliance with applicable standards and university policies.
• Ensuring proper Tax and VAT compliance, including withholding, filing, documentation, and liaison with relevant authorities.
• Maintaining general ledger, journal entries, and month-end/ year-end closing.
• Ensuring proper record keeping, documentation, and filing of financial information.
• Assisting in internal and external audit processes by providing necessary schedules and explanations.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Treasurer or higher authority relevant to the role.

Additional Responsibilities

• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and ethical behavior.