Junior Accountant & Bursar
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About the Role
Fortes Education seeks a detail-oriented Junior Accountant & Bursar to oversee financial operations of a premium British curriculum school in Dubai. The role involves managing fee billing and collection, liaising with parents, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with policies.
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Responsibilities
- Manage the school’s fee structure, invoicing, collections, and reconciliation of fee payments
- Maintain accurate and up to date records of all receivables and payable accounts
- Prepare monthly financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and reconciliation statements for senior leadership
- Monitor budgets and expenditures in line with the school's financial policies
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and year end financial audits
- Work with external auditors and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory frameworks
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all fee related enquiries from parents and guardians
- Communicate billing schedules, payment deadlines, and policies clearly and professionally
- Handle fee disputes, refunds, or hardship requests in coordination with the Head of School and Finance Director
- Ensure fee collection and accounting practices are aligned with internal financial policies and regulatory expectations
- Support admissions and administrative teams with fee related inputs and financial documentation during enrollment and re enrollment periods
- Track and report fee defaulters, and liaise with legal advisors or collection agencies if needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is preferred
- Minimum 5 years of financial/accounting experience, preferably in a school or education related environment
- Familiarity with school billing systems and financial software (e.g., Microsoft GP, SAP FICO, SIMS)
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, reconciliation, and accounts receivable management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in dealing with parents from diverse cultural backgrounds
- High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
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Position Overview
- Fortes Education is seeking a competent and detail oriented Junior Accountant & Bursar to oversee the financial operations of our premium British curriculum school.
- The Bursar will be primarily responsible for managing school fee billing and collection, liaising with parents regarding financial matters, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring full compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- This is a pivotal role, requiring a balance of excellent interpersonal skills, strong accounting knowledge, and sound administrative judgment.
Financial Management & Accounting
- Manage the school’s fee structure, invoicing, collections, and reconciliation of fee payments
- Maintain accurate and up to date records of all receivables and payable accounts
- Prepare monthly financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and reconciliation statements for senior leadership
- Monitor budgets and expenditures in line with the school's financial policies
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and year end financial audits
- Work with external auditors and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory frameworks
Parent Liaison & Customer Service
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all fee related enquiries from parents and guardians
- Communicate billing schedules, payment deadlines, and policies clearly and professionally
- Handle fee disputes, refunds, or hardship requests in coordination with the Head of School and Finance Director
- Maintain a high standard of confidentiality, professionalism, and customer service in all parent interactions
Policy Compliance & Administration
- Ensure fee collection and accounting practices are aligned with internal financial policies and regulatory expectations
- Maintain and update financial procedures and fee policies
- Support admissions and administrative teams with fee related inputs and financial documentation during enrollment and re enrollment periods
- Track and report fee defaulters, and liaise with legal advisors or collection agencies if needed
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is preferred
- Minimum 5 years of financial/accounting experience, preferably in a school or education related environment
- Familiarity with school billing systems and financial software (e.g., Microsoft GP, SAP FICO, SIMS)
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, reconciliation, and accounts receivable management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in dealing with parents from diverse cultural backgrounds
- High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
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