Accountant - Payables - Aldar Education

JOB DESCRIPTION

Aldar Education are currently seeking a Accountant - Payables to support our
growing family of owned and operated schools in the UAE starting immediately.
The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and
ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of
the region.

The Accountant – Payables is responsible to assist Manager Accounting and the
finance team for all areas relating to processing of company’s accounts
payable transactions and related accounting support to the finance department.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Duties

Manages accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger,
validation of accounts payable vouchers after checking it with purchase orders
for all schools.
Ensures the accuracy of accounts i.e. correct coding of vendor, cost center,
general ledger account, invoice amount, and preparing bank payment vouchers.
Matching these to the disbursement.
Reviews and maintains accounting documents together i.e. voucher, invoice,
delivery note and purchase order copy/agreement copy.
Investigates and resolves problems associated with processing of invoices and
purchase orders.
Manages closing of AP Module in Oracle and accruals and transfer it to general
ledger every month end for all schools.
Reviews cheques and wire transfers for invoices provided by vendors, reviewing
instructions accompanying items to determine proper disposition and crediting
accounts in accordance with standard financial procedures.
Prepares and reviews reconciliation of accounts payables with general ledger
for all schools.
Handles vendors’ correspondence via phone or email concerning payment status,
and other related matters.
Acts as a liaison between the company and external auditors to meet
information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for
historical purposes.
Prepares monthly schedules for; operating payables, advances to suppliers
(make sure to clear long-outstanding advances), suppliers paid for the month,
planned payments & cash clearing.
To provide all other information and perform all other tasks as and when
requested

Specific Duties

Maintaining general ledger and preparing accounts payable vouchers, bank
payment vouchers and bank transfer advices accurately and timely.
Vouchers are filed and maintained completely.
Effective and efficient problem solving skills.
Manages AP Module closing accurately and within the agreed deadline of month
end closing.
Effectively and efficiently transfer all accruals to general ledger.
Preparing cheques and wire transfer accurately and disbursing payments within
the allowed credit period by vendors.
Monthly reconciliation of accounts payable with general ledger are prepared
accurately and timely.
Develop a strong understanding with the vendors and respond them
spontaneously.
Understand the requirements by external auditors and provide them their
required information accurately and timely.
QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in Accounting

Minimum Experience

‎5+ Years’ experience in finance function or Professional qualification with ‎2+
Years’ Experience in similar role

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of MS Office and Oracle / ERP.
Proficient in English. Knowledge of Arabic may be considered.
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often.
Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities
are used often.
Ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police
clearance.