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Do you want to be part of a fantastic school and a supportive, dynamic team?
The English College, Dubai is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Accountant to join our community. If you are organised, detail-driven, and enjoy working in a positive, people-focused environment, this could be the perfect role for you.
As our new Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the school’s financial operations—helping to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes so that teaching and learning can thrive. You will need a strong background in accounting, great attention to detail, and a proactive attitude. Experience in the education sector is a bonus, but not essential.
At The English College, we believe in high standards, strong relationships, and bringing out the best in every team member. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact at a school that values both excellence and enjoyment in the workplace, we would love to hear from you.
Positions:
- Accountant
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- Providing excellent customer service to staff and parents and ensuring transparency and clarity of information
- Responding to queries and complaints in a timely manner to avoid the need for follow up
- Preparation and issuing of tuition fee, exam, trips and ad hoc invoices and driving collections
- Coordinating payment plan documentation requirements; ensuring that requirements are fulfilled
- Maintaining general ledger accounts by reconciling accounts receivable and payable
- Execute payments to suppliers after relevant approval by management
- Follow up with suppliers on outstanding or overdue payments
- Manage petty cash and the accurate recording of receipts
- Contribute towards month and year end closing, and quarterly VAT submissions
- Maintain accurate filing and records for auditing purposes
- Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts
- Any other duties that the Principal may from time to time ask the post-holder to perform
Requirements
- Higher education (degree, diploma or equivalent) in Finance.
- Proven experience in a Finance role at this, or a similar level.
- Experience of working in an educational establishment.
- Experience of accounting software and data entry
- Excellent communication and people skills at all levels
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to coordinate and collate data
- Health and Safety Awareness
- Energetic and enthusiastic
- A dynamic, positive approach to deliver the school’s vision
- Self-motivation and ability to take initiatives
- Demonstrate an understanding of & commitment to our best practice
- Skilled in the use of finance and accounting system
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff
- Presentation skills with the ability to present information in a concise and professional manner
- Organization skills: well organized and able to prioritize tasks and workload
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
- Ability to negotiate, persuade and motivate others
- Willing attitude to be a part of the school team
- Strong sense of professionalism
- Safeguarding and welfare of children
- A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills
- Behaviour management
- 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
- Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
- Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
- Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
- Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
- Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
- Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
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About Company:
The English College Dubai, established in 1992, stands as one of Dubai's premier British schools, offering education for students from FS1 to Year 13. Our dynamic National Curriculum of England, leading to GCSE Advanced Level (AS & A Levels), BTEC Level 3 Qualifications, and a blended A Level and BTEC Pathway, ensures a well-rounded and innovative learning experience for ages 3–18 years.
We are proud to be part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global community of schools with a shared purpose of growing the world's most curious, confident minds.
With a dedicated team of predominantly UK-trained teachers, alongside motivated students and a highly supportive parent community, we foster a vibrant learning environment that consistently surpasses expectations. Our student body, representing 87 nationalities, enriches our community with diversity and fosters a culture of tolerance. We take pride in our Alumni, who maintain strong ties with The English College as they pursue further education or careers worldwide. Accredited by Pearson, AQA, and Oxford Intl., we are committed to providing innovative and inclusive education while prioritizing expansion and development for the benefit of our students.
How to Apply?
To be considered for any career position at The English College, Dubai, please apply through the application form or send your updated CV in Word or PDF format to Here
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