Finance Executive (Bilingual)- Virginia International Private School

Aldar Education

  • Abu Dhabi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Job Description:Aldar Education is currently seeking an outstanding Finance Executive for Virginia International Private School in Abu Dhabi commencing 25th September 2025.Virginia International Private School is honoured part of the Aldar Schools network, a global leader in education with a commitment to excellence. Joining a family of several schools, we share a collective vision of shaping future leaders and providing a world-class education to a diverse student population with Aldar Education.At Virginia International Private School, we believe that education is not just about academic excellence, but also about shaping well-rounded individuals who will become future leaders. Our curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills in our students. We also provide a diverse and inclusive environment, preparing our students to thrive in a global society.This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.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.Responsibilities:Main Duties:
  • Responsible for delivering a high quality customer service for the school
  • Timely billing for all types of receivables (but not limited to) such as tuition fees, exam fees, ECA, trips, etc.
  • Issue receipts on a daily basis with accurate information such as bank reference number, date, etc and ensure the reason is updated against all unidentified transactions and shared with respective school accountants for preparing bank reconciliation statement
  • Ensure reminder and warning letters have been sent with guidance of HQ Credit Control team
  • Preform sales validation and ensure the student number are accurately reconciled with admission team
  • Improve collection and reduce bad debt below 0.25%
  • Timely closing of AR module in line with closing calendar
  • Accurate and Timely reporting for AR reports for decision making
  • Reconcile Accounts Receivables between Education and ERP systems, identify the gaps and resolve them in co-ordination with IT team
  • Ensure the enrolment processes are followed in compliance with policies and procedures
  • Validate refund requests from school and initiate payments through AR module and handover the documents to School Accountant for payment
  • Provide finance clearance for leavers and internal transfers after due diligence checks and validation
  • Ensure month end activities are performed in a timely manner
  • Support HQ Credit Control team team for adhoc matters as and when required
  • Support internal and external audit queries, provide supporting documents and resolve all audit queries within the timeline
  • Initiate process improvement wherever possible to achieve finance excellence
  • Support digitalization of billing and collection projects where required
  • Improve customer experience by responding to emails and calls in a professional manner
  • Attend weekly AR review meetings with the team and provide insights for decision making
  • Prepare suspension list with appropriate comments and share with school Principal
  • Ensure to send finance fee follow up letters timely manner in compliance with ADEK regulation
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor Degree in Accounting
Minimum Experience:
  • 5+ Years' experience in finance function or Professional qualification with 2+ Years' Experience in similar role
Job Specifics, Knowledge & Skills:
  • Prefer Bilingual Candidates
  • Advanced Communication and Presentation skills
  • Advanced Administration skills
  • Proficient in Oracle Fusion

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