Accountant

Job Description

The Accounts Receivable Accountant will be responsible for executing, improving, and overseeing the company's accounts receivable processes. This includes implementing approved financial policies, recording company revenue, and ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial transactions. The role will focus on managing receivables, cash handling, and reconciliations, as well as enhancing process efficiency, all in alignment with accounting standards and regulations. Tasks and Responsibilities: Recording Accounts Receivable Transactions: Perform and record accounts receivable entries in the entity's financial system. Conduct regular reviews of revenue-related transactions to ensure the accuracy of accounting entries in accordance with approved standards and guidelines. Cash Management: Handle daily cash management tasks, including recording bank deposits, updating and distributing cash receipt logs, and posting cash to the accounts receivable sub-ledger. Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile AR-related entries with the company’s bank statements, ensuring completeness and accuracy of recorded transactions. Deposit Reconciliation: Reconcile deposits received in the university’s bank accounts with the accounts receivable ledger, ensuring all deposits are properly accounted for and any discrepancies are promptly addressed. Financial Policy Compliance: Execute financial transactions in line with approved financial policies, tax regulations, and procedures outlined in the Federal Government’s Financial Procedures Manual, specifically related to accounts receivable. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions related to accounts receivable, ensuring all supporting documentation is properly filed and organized. Reporting: Create accounting entries, reports, and financial statements related to revenue, preparing documentation in both Arabic and English as needed. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process automation or efficiency improvements within the accounts receivable function. Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of accounts receivable transactions. Regulatory Updates: Stay updated on changes in accounting rules, tax regulations, and company policies related to accounts receivable. Additional Responsibilities: Undertake any other tasks assigned by the direct manager as needed.

Minimum Qualification

BS degree in accounting.

Preferred Qualification

• Master’s in accounting, MBA, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certification of Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)

Expected Skills

• Analytic skills, • Teamwork and good communication skills. • Ability to work under pressure, and problems solving. • Effective time management,

Close Date Kindly apply before the closing date.

31/01/2025