Accountant/Bursar & Administrative Officer

About the role

Jumeriah International Nurseries (JINS) is seeking a diligent Accountant/Bursar & Administrative Officer to support the financial operations of its five early‑years centres across Dubai. The successful candidate will ensure accurate bookkeeping, timely cash‑flow management and compliance with all financial regulations while providing financial guidance to staff and parents.

Key responsibilities

• Manage invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other day‑to‑day accounting functions.
• Perform full‑cycle bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records.
• Provide finance‑related advice to the nursery and act as the primary contact for parents on financial matters.
• Ensure compliance with head‑office accounting policies, VAT and other regulatory requirements.
• Administer bank accounts, petty cash and monitor outstanding fees.
• Prepare weekly cash‑flow reports and future cash‑flow projections.
• Publish monthly financial statements on schedule.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with staff at all levels.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint