Summary
De Montfort University Dubai is seeking a Junior Finance Officer for a temporary, six-month engagement in its Finance & Procurement team in Dubai. The role supports student fee collections, billing, payment processing, reconciliations, financial records and student and parent inquiries. Applicants need a relevant bachelor's degree, at least two years of relevant experience, fluency in Arabic and English, and practical experience with accounts receivable and collections. Availability to work Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays is mandatory; SAP ERP experience is desirable.
The posting
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De Montfort University Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Junior Finance Officer (Accounts Receivable & Student Finance) to join our Finance & Procurement team on a temporary, 6-month engagement.
The successful candidate will support the University's student finance operations, including tuition fee collections, accounts receivable, payment processing, billing, reconciliations and financial record management.
This is a student-facing role requiring excellent communication skills, strong numerical accuracy and the ability to provide professional financial support to students, parents and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage student fee collections, payment plans, invoicing and receipting activities.
- Meet with students and parents to explain tuition fees, payment schedules and financial procedures.
- Process and record payments received through POS terminals, bank transfers, cash deposits, direct debits and online payment channels.
- Maintain accurate student financial records and ensure transactions are properly recorded in SAP.
- Prepare daily collection reports, reconcile transactions and support accurate financial reporting.
- Generate and monitor digital payment links and QR-code transactions.
- Respond to student and parent inquiries regarding payments, outstanding balances and financial matters.
- Ensure compliance with University financial policies, internal controls and confidentiality requirements.
- Coordinate with internal departments to resolve student account and payment-related issues.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Finance, Accounts Receivable or Student Finance within a university, higher education institution, school group or other education sector organisation.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
- Availability to work on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only is mandatory.
- Practical experience in student fee collections, payment processing, accounts receivable and reconciliations.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple transactions, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Hands-on experience with SAP ERP.
- Previous experience working within the UAE education sector.
- Familiarity with student finance systems, digital payment platforms and financial reporting.
Why Join DMU Dubai?
This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic university environment while supporting students and ensuring the smooth delivery of essential financial services.