Accounts Receivable Executive

at  Cognita Schools

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger; ensuring they get an education that’s, quite literally, world class.
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and customer service? We are hiring an Accounts Receivable (AR) Executive to join our team, reporting to the Revenue Optimisation Manager. This role offers the opportunity to manage key financial operations while working closely with our admissions team and providing high-quality support to parents.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

Fluent English speaker with excellent communication skills.
Strong experience with MS Word and Excel.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Previous Accounts Receivable experience, ideally within the UAE.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

Hands-on experience with accounting software; NetSuite experience is a plus.
Prior experience in the education sector is highly desirable.
Ability to establish and improve financial processes.
Professional accounting qualification is an advantage.

Manage all front-office cashier responsibilities, including invoicing, credit notes, and receipts.
Provide a personalised, efficient cashiering service to parents and handle their fee-related enquiries within 2 working days.
Coordinate with the Admissions team to verify billing accuracy before issuing invoices.
Ensure timely reconciliation of fee receipts and daily posting in NetSuite.
Handle banking transactions (including post-dated and returned cheques) and manage petty cash, as required.
Prepare and submit weekly ageing analysis reports and monthly fee recognition schedules.
Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with the Revenue Optimisation Manager and Finance Manager to optimise revenue processes.