Accounts Receivable Officer

Accounts Receivable Officer

The British International School Abu Dhabi is looking to appoint an Accounts Receivable Officer ( Arabic Speaker) to join a well-established, supportive team in a highly successful school. 

The closing date for applications is 30th March 2026.

About the Role

Sales Ledger Responsibilities:

Invoicing and Billing:

• • Generate and distribute invoices for tuition, fees, and other school-related charges.
  • Ensure accurate and timely billing to students, parents, and external parties.
  • Verify billing details to minimize errors and discrepancies.

Payment Processing: 

• • Record and process incoming payments via various channels, including checks, cash, credit cards, and electronic funds transfers.
  • Reconcile payments received with invoiced amounts and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
  • Reconcile the bank posting daily in an accurate manner.
  • Prepare and make bank deposits in a timely manner.
  • To assist in month-end closing of Accounts Receivables.

Collections Management:

• • Monitor and manage accounts receivable aging to ensure timely collection by issuing periodic reminders.

Recordkeeping:

• • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions related to accounts receivable.
  • Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable status and provide updates to the Finance Manager/Controller.

Customer Service:

• • Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries and resolving issues related to accounts receivable.

Compliance:

• • Ensure compliance with school policies, relevant regulations, and accounting principles.
  • Stay informed about changes in financial regulations that may impact accounts receivable processes.
  • Assisting with processing of VAT returns to local tax authorities.
  • Ensure proper accounting and financial records and systems are maintained.
  • To ensure effective internal controls and implement new procedures as necessary.
  • To liaise with external auditors and tax advisors regarding the statutory accounts and other statutory returns.
  • Ensure you keep up to date with the latest accounting and tax regulations within the United Arab Emirates and internationally.
  • Develop internal management reports to aid the TSS Manager & Head of Finance in advising budget holders in the management of their individual budgets.

Please click on the following link to access the job description for this vacancy  JD - Accounts Receivables Officer-2026.pdf 

About Our School

The British International School Abu Dhabi is a highly successful, growing school with a committed and inspirational team of teaching professionals at its heart.  Our close-knit, supportive team is honoured to be at the centre of our community, educating students aged 3-18, from more than 90 nationalities.  

The school was originally opened in 2009 and is now widely recognised as one of the leading schools in the Middle East. The school was internationally recognised by winning awards at the prestigious International School Awards in both 2020 and 2021, the only school in the world to do so.

To learn more about our school, please visit http://www.nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/abu-dhabi

As an employer, our aim is to create an environment where colleagues are welcomed and are able to bring talents, skills, background and experiences to their roles in an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds work together with dignity and respect.

Selection Process 

Applicants should submit a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees, one of which should be your current Head Teacher/Principal/Line Manager.

Safeguarding

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture. All post holders having regular unsupervised contact with children are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both Country of residence/birth and any Country of residence within the last 10 years.