Accountant (Temporary)

International Schools Partnership; Qatar; On-site; QAR 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

International Schools Partnership is looking for an experienced Accountant Receivable in Qatar. This temporary position supports the Finance & Administration Manager in overseeing accounts receivable and related financial activities.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Fluency in English is mandatory, while knowledge of Arabic would be an advantage. This role entails managing collections, preparing reports, and ensuring financial accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant role.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• English is mandatory, Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage collections of outstanding debtors’ receivables.
• Raise revenue invoices and handle queries from parents.
• Prepare accounts receivable reports for month-end.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Advanced MS Office skills

Ability to work independently

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accountant Receivable

Job Type: Temporary

Department: Non-Academic Administration

Line Manager: Finance and Administration Manager

Job Purpose: The accountant receivable supports the Finance & Administration Manager in maintaining and enhancing the school’s financial resources by managing the trial balance and overseeing accounts receivable. The role involves audits, month‑end reporting for ISP ME and related financial activities.

Key Duties and Areas of Responsibility

• Collections of all outstanding debtors’ receivables
• Raising of all revenue invoices
• Understanding of deferred income and the accounting thereof
• Bank processing of all AR transactions
• Handling queries with parents
• Reconciliation of debtor accounts
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Issuing receipts for payments
• Issuing credit notes and revising invoices
• Submitting deposit to G4S weekly
• Submit daily and bank balances internally and to group
• Maintaining the AR aging with comments and current data
• Provide receipts reports for re‑enrolments and new enrolments to Admissions – Daily
• Prepare all accounts receivable reports for month end as per ISP timetable
• Liaise with the external auditors with all accounts receivable queries
• Preparing reminders and letters of demand for debtors
• Reporting daily and weekly cash balances to ISP
• Act as a backup for the accountant as and when required

Position Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting from an accredited institution.

Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience.

Language: English is mandatory; Arabic is an advantage.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees
• Superior analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with accounting software and programs
• Excellent command for MS Office
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
• Records, reports and correspondence by use of spreadsheets and databases
• Proficient financial and accounting skills
• Computer literate
• Customer service skills and interpersonal skills
• Willing attitude to be a part of the school team
• Strong sense of professionalism
• Safeguarding and welfare of children
• Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form
• A collaborative team‑player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Behavior management
• Organization skills: well organized and able to prioritize, multi‑tasks and meet deadlines
• The ability to work on a regular and punctual basis
• Flexible and work well under pressure
• Customer service
• Critical thinking
• Ability to negotiate, persuade and motivate others
• The ability to develop good personal relationships within a team
• Demonstrated competency to use computer applications related to the role, including word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Record keeping and report preparation methods
• Interpersonal skills including tact, courtesy and patience
• Customer focused
• Willingness to undertake appropriate professional development

Attributes

• Empathetic listener
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Internationally minded
• Emotional intelligence
• Intercultural awareness, creative
• Flexible and a can‑do attitude
• Passionate about delivering quality education
• Able to command respect of pupils, colleagues and parents
• Driven by wanting to improve quality and develop the school
• Reliable with an attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• An innovator with a willingness to embrace change