Senior General Accountant

Job Title: Senior General Accountant

Job Summary

The Senior General Accountant will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial processing at DISK School. The role is primarily responsible for managing and supervising Accounts Payable (A/P) operations, while also providing support in Accounts Receivable (A/R) activities, general ledger maintenance, and month-end closing. The position will also handle all payments related to the Ministry of Education and other official partners, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and maintaining proper documentation and control.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (Main Focus): Oversee the full A/P cycle including invoice verification, coding, posting, and payment processing
• Review, reconcile, and maintain supplier accounts to ensure timely and accurate payments
• Verify supporting documents for all expense requests and approvals in compliance with school policies
• Prepare and process wire transfers and checks for vendor payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly
• Support in budget monitoring and expense allocation for various departments
• Process and manage all payments related to the Ministry of Education and other official partners, ensuring compliance with governmental requirements and accurate reporting
• Accounts Receivable (Support Role): Assist in posting and reconciling tuition and fee collections
• Support in preparing A/R reports and follow up on pending balances
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables to ensure timely collection and proper recording
• General Accounting & Reporting: Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of accounting records
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and management analysis
• Support audits (internal and external) by providing required documentation and explanations
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and school financial policies

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the education or service sector
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes and exposure to Accounts Receivable operations
• Experience dealing with governmental authorities or official institutions (e.g., Ministry of Education)
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting software
• Excellent command of English and Arabic (written and spoken)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Key Competencies: Strong ownership and accountability
• Effective communication and coordination skills
• Proactive problem-solving and process improvement mindset
• Team player with the ability to work independently when required