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Accounts Receivable Admin

University of Dubai Full Time Academic City, Dubai Posted 12 Nov 2026 Closes 31 Jan 2027
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At a glance

As written in the description
Degree
Bachelor's
Field
Accounting, Finance
Language
Good written and spoken English
FinanceAdmissionsRegistrationComplianceAccountingExcel

About the role

 

Reports To: Finance Manager

1. Job Purpose

To manage and maintain the University's accounts receivable activities, ensuring accurate billing, timely collection of tuition fees and other student-related charges, proper recording of receipts, and effective monitoring of outstanding balances in accordance with University policies and financial procedures.

Reports To: Finance Manager

2. Key Responsibilities

  1. 1Maintain accurate student accounts and ensure all tuition fees and other charges are correctly recorded in the financial system.
  2. 2Coordinate with Admissions, Registration, Student Affairs, and other departments to resolve discrepancies in student accounts.
  3. 3Receive and process student payments through cash, cheques, POS terminals, bank transfers, and online payment gateways, as applicable.
  4. 4Issue receipts and ensure all collections are accurately recorded in the financial system.
  5. 5Attend to students' financial inquiries, explain outstanding balances, payment plans, and payment procedures, and assist in resolving account discrepancies.
  6. 6Manage sponsor accounts, verify sponsor documentation, and follow up on outstanding sponsor payments.
  7. 7Reconcile daily cash collections, POS transactions, online payment gateway settlements, and bank receipts.
  8. 8Maintain proper supporting documentation and assist with month-end closing and audit requirements.
  9. 9Ensure compliance with University financial policies, internal controls, and approved procedures.
  10. 10Prepare and issue statements of accounts, payment reminders, and outstanding balance notifications.
  11. 11Escalate overdue accounts and exceptional cases to the Finance Manager for appropriate action.
  12. 12Record and allocate student payments received through bank transfers, cash, cheque, POS terminals, and online payment gateways.
  13. 13Reconcile payment gateway transactions with bank statements and accounting system entries.
  14. 14Prepare monthly reports on collections, outstanding balances, sponsor receivables, and overdue accounts.
  15. 15Assist in preparing audit schedules, supporting documents, and external audit confirmations.
  16. 16Process and review accounts receivable transactions in the University's designated financial systems, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and relevant student information or payment platforms.
  17. 17Ensure transactions are processed in accordance with approved financial policies and delegated authorities.
  18. 18Maintain confidentiality of student financial information and ensure proper access controls.
  19. 19Perform other finance-related duties assigned by the Finance Manager.
Reports To: Finance Manager

3. Qualifications and Experience

  1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  2. Relevant experience in accounts receivable, preferably in a university or educational institution.
  3. Knowledge of accounting principles, receivables management, reconciliations, and internal controls.
  4. Experience with ERP and accounting systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is an advantage.
  5. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
  6. Experience with student billing, sponsor accounts, payment gateways, and collection procedures is desirable.
Reports To: Finance Manager

4. Required Skills and Competencies

  1. Strong numerical and analytical skills.
  2. Strong Communication skills
  3. Ability to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.
  4. Good written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage.