Position Overview
The Account Executive / Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and supporting the Finance Departments operations. The role requires a proactive individual who can manage multiple tasks efficiently work collaboratively and uphold the financial integrity of Oryx Universal College.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Records and Reporting:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records including journals ledgers and reconciliations.
- Generate monthly quarterly and annual financial reports.
- Support budget preparation and monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
2. Accounts Payable and Receivable:
- Process invoices payments and receipts in a timely manner.
- Manage tuition fee collection including payment plans and followups on overdue accounts.
3. Compliance and Auditing:
- Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and organisational policies.
- Assist in the preparation of documents for internal and external audits.
4. Financial Analysis:
- Analyse financial data to provide insights and recommendations for decisionmaking.
- Assist in cost analysis and financial forecasting.
5. Other Duties:
- Support the Chief Accountant with ad hoc tasks and special projects.
- Collaborate with other departments to provide financial advice and resolve queries.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance or a related field. A professional qualification such as ACCA CIMA or CPA is highly desirable.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management preferably in an academic or higher education setting.
- Language Skills: Fluent in English both written and verbal. Fluency in Arabic is an added advantage.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks Xero or similar).
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Interpersonal Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.