A leading international higher education institution in Dubai — partnered with a specialist finance recruitment firm — is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join its finance team. This full-time, on-site role offers a competitive package of AED 15,000 per month, plus family benefits and education allowance. You will manage the full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable cycle, handle bank reconciliations, support month-end and year-end close activities, assist with UAE VAT and corporate tax compliance, and maintain accurate financial records using Sage 300 ERP. Arabic speakers are preferred for this position.
About This Role — Finance Officer at a Dubai Higher Education Institution
Employer: Leading international higher education institution — Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary Package: AED 15,000 per month + comprehensive family benefits + education allowance
ERP System: Sage 300 ERP — experience with this system is ESSENTIAL for this position
Tax Compliance: UAE VAT and corporate tax knowledge required for filing support and compliance
Language Preference: Arabic speaker preferred — bilingual English/Arabic communication with stakeholders
Why This Finance Officer Role in Dubai Stands Out
Attractive Package: AED 15,000 salary + family benefits + education allowance — a genuinely competitive total compensation for Dubai’s finance sector
Education Sector Stability: International higher education — one of Dubai’s most stable and growing employment sectors
Broad Scope: Full AP/AR cycle, VAT, corporate tax, ERP management, budgeting, and international finance team liaison in one well-rounded role
Professional Growth: Work within a structured, internationally connected finance environment with overseas team exposure
Position Overview
As Finance Officer at this international higher education institution in Dubai, you will be a core member of the finance team — responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations that keep the institution running efficiently, compliantly, and with full financial transparency. Your responsibilities span the complete Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable cycle, bank reconciliations, supplier payment processing, month-end and year-end close support, VAT and corporate tax assistance, student and customer billing, credit control, purchase order processing, and ERP-based financial record management. You will also liaise with internal stakeholders, overseas finance teams, and external suppliers — making this a genuinely well-rounded and professionally enriching finance role in one of Dubai’s most respected education environments.
Why This Role Matters: As Finance Officer at an international higher education institution in Dubai, your work is the financial backbone that enables world-class education to be delivered every day. Accurate AP/AR management, precise bank reconciliations, and compliant VAT and corporate tax reporting are not just routine tasks — they are the foundation of financial trust between the institution and its students, suppliers, regulators, and overseas stakeholders. In a sector where financial integrity and compliance are non-negotiable, your expertise directly protects and empowers the institution’s educational mission.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Supplier Payment Management
- Manage the full Accounts Payable cycle — processing supplier invoices accurately, coding to the correct cost centres, obtaining necessary approvals, and scheduling payments in line with supplier terms
- Process supplier payments, manage payment runs, and maintain supplier account records within Sage 300 ERP with accuracy and full auditability
- Reconcile supplier statements to the accounts payable ledger regularly, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain clean, accurate supplier balances
- Maintain organized, well-documented records of all Accounts Payable transactions — ensuring documentation is complete, accessible, and compliant with internal controls and external audit requirements
Accounts Receivable, Student Billing & Credit Control
- Manage the full Accounts Receivable cycle — raising invoices for students, corporate clients, and other revenue sources accurately and in a timely manner
- Manage credit control processes — following up on outstanding balances, issuing payment reminders, and escalating overdue accounts to management in accordance with institutional policy
- Ensure all student and customer billing is accurate, up to date, and properly recorded within Sage 300 ERP — minimizing aged debtors and protecting the institution’s cash flow position
- Process incoming payments, allocate receipts correctly across accounts, and maintain accurate AR ledgers with clear supporting documentation for all transactions
Bank Reconciliations & Financial Transactions
- Perform regular bank reconciliations across all institutional bank accounts — ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded, unreconciled items are investigated, and balances are agreed within close deadlines
- Process bank transactions including transfers, direct debits, and receipts accurately within Sage 300 ERP, maintaining a complete and auditable record of all cash movements
- Identify and resolve reconciling differences promptly and systematically, escalating any unusual or unresolved items to the Finance Manager with clear supporting analysis
- Support the month-end and year-end close process — ensuring all bank reconciliations are completed, reviewed, and signed off within the agreed close calendar
Financial Reporting, Budgets & VAT / Corporate Tax
- Prepare accurate financial reports, budget schedules, and variance analysis — providing clear, timely financial information to management for decision-making and performance monitoring
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities — including accruals, prepayments, journal entries, and reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts
- Assist with UAE VAT and corporate tax compliance — supporting the accurate preparation and timely submission of VAT returns and corporate tax documentation in line with UAE Federal Tax Authority requirements
- Process purchase orders within Sage 300 ERP and liaise with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and overseas finance teams to ensure accurate, well-controlled financial operations across all areas
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience in an accounting or finance role — with a strong, demonstrable track record across bank reconciliations, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable
- Direct, hands-on experience using Sage 300 ERP is an essential requirement — candidates without Sage 300 proficiency will not be considered for this position
- Solid knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and corporate tax requirements — with practical experience supporting VAT return preparation and tax compliance activities
Technical Skills
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills — including the ability to build, maintain, and analyze financial spreadsheets, reconciliations, and reports with accuracy and efficiency
- Solid understanding of the full AP/AR cycle, bank reconciliation processes, credit control, and month-end and year-end close procedures in a structured finance environment
Language & Soft Skills
- Arabic speaker is preferred — bilingual English and Arabic capability enables effective communication with a broader range of internal stakeholders, suppliers, and students
- Strong attention to detail, a structured working approach, and a genuine commitment to financial accuracy, completeness, and compliance in every task
- Good interpersonal and communication skills — comfortable liaising with internal departments, external suppliers, overseas finance teams, and senior management professionally and clearly
About the Employer — Leading International Higher Education Institution, Dubai
This Finance Officer role is with a leading international higher education institution established in Dubai, UAE — a city that has become one of the world’s premier destinations for quality higher education, attracting students, academic talent, and education institutions from around the globe. The institution is committed to delivering world-class education through a professionally managed, internationally connected operational environment — and the finance team plays a central role in supporting that mission. With an attractive total compensation package of AED 15,000 per month plus family benefits and an education allowance, this role offers Finance Officers a genuinely competitive career opportunity within one of Dubai’s most stable and respected employment sectors. This position is placed through a specialist finance recruitment partner — only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply Now: Submit your updated CV today and take the next step in your Dubai finance career with an international higher education institution that values financial expertise, precision, and professional integrity.
Who Should Apply?
- Experienced Finance & Accounting Officers: With 4+ years in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation roles — and essential hands-on Sage 300 ERP experience
- UAE VAT & Corporate Tax Professionals: With a solid understanding of UAE Federal Tax Authority requirements and practical experience supporting VAT return preparation and corporate tax compliance
- Education Sector Finance Officers: With experience in higher education, school, or university finance environments — particularly in student billing, credit control, and overseas finance team coordination
- Arabic-English Bilingual Finance Officers: Looking for a senior finance officer position in Dubai’s international education sector with an attractive AED 15K package and comprehensive family benefits
- ERP-Proficient Accountants: With Sage 300 experience and strong Excel skills seeking a full-scope finance officer role with professional growth potential in a prestigious international institution
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