Saturday 15 July 2017

Finance Head for Skyline University College in Sharjah, UAE

Skyline University College was established under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, member of the UAE Supreme Council and the Ruler of Sharjah in 1990 in the heart of Sharjah, a city that has been recognized as a hub of education, culture and heritage by UNESCO. SUC is successful in its pursuit to offer high quality education and create awareness among students towards the needs of society. It is presently one of the leading Universities in the Northern Emirates. 
Over a period of time the University has carved a niche for itself in Business Management Education and training required for the industry. The programs offered by SUC are fully approved and accredited by Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE. (www.caa.ae). 
The state-of-the art infrastructure spread across 40 acres of land is well equipped to cater to the needs of the students in shaping up their future as young managerial workforce and prepare them to meet the challenges of today's world. The campus in the University City of Sharjah, situated on the border of Sharjah and Dubai, has well equipped and purpose built academic and administrative blocks, well-furnished Library and Computer Lab, Sports Centre which includes gymnasium, common room for students, international size floodlit cricket ground, football field and a covered basketball court, keeps the students engaged in sports activities. 
The diversity in Skyline is embodied by students from 60 different nationalities, this is reflected in various colorful multi-cultural events from time to time and the sharing of multicultural views help in solving business and social problems SUC is conscious of Quality education and in this endeavor it improves its quality of programs by collecting regular feedback from industry experts and employers. The academic board conducts rigorous evaluation of curriculum and courses and suggests improvement in the programs so as to enable the students to acquire employable skills and competences suitable for the industry requirements. All the programs designed by SUC emphasizes on all-round personality development and inculcate the values of leadership and integrity. 
The Institution has articulation agreements with various Colleges/Universities in Canada, UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, India, Pakistan etc., which facilitates the students to get transferred for further studies. SUC has professional relationships with IATA-UFTAA, Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH), Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA), the only university in UAE to be the Gold Status approved Learning provider), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the World Tourism Organization (WTO). 
SUC has its international marketing & admission offices in Nigeria, Pakistan, Tajikistan & Kazakhstan.

    Educational Requirements & Experiences 
    • A Masters degree required. Concentration in Finance
    • Professional Certification in Finance will be added advantage
    • At least 8 plus years in financial role within professional services environment. 
    • Strong leadership and consensus building skills.
    • A proven track record of managing Finances.

  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 
    • Ability to plan, implement, evaluate and report activities conducted. 
    • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and to prepare written and electronic documents and communicate properly to all.
    • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and should have full knowledge of UAE federal Government law.
    • Strong communication, leadership, and team skills that are based on a service orientation.
    • Strong skills in budget management, planning, and strategic thinking

  • Key Areas of Work Department 
    • Planning and preparation of the Department Budgets and Budget controls
    • Salary and benefits administration, 
    • Financial policy development in compliance with UAE federal employment laws 

  • Responsibility 
    • Preparation of Goals and Objectives 
    • Budgeting and Budgeting controls
    • Strategic Planning
    • Advise on the proper allocation of resources
    • Ensure that appropriate financial regulations and controls are in place and in use at all times
    • To inform Departments about financial commitments and limitations in policy matters.
    • Maintain day-to-day financial control of the service within budget heads agreed by the management.
    • Approving any expenses as per department budget
    • Preparation of Employee Salary (Payroll)
    • Preparation of CHEDS data
    • Over view and approval of task of accounts staff and reconciliation of students with Admin dept.
    • Ensure that all finances are properly administered and monitored, including credit control.
    • Prepare and review detailed budgets of various departments and university for approval by the management. 
    • To verify all vouchers and reconciliation.
    • To verify payment voucher and approve cash & bank payments.
    • To verify quotations, obtain Management approvals, organize L.P.Os and verify invoices raised and issued by the purchase and maintenance department.
    • To control payments and costs of visa related expenses.
    • To maintain record of agreements with suppliers.
    • To check lease rent contracts, insurance, etc. and carry out necessary follow-up.
    • To maintain and check records of dealings of SUC with other educational establishments.
    • To carry out finance related correspondence with local parties.
    • To prepare the Trial balance & Balance sheet.
    • To liaise with auditors.
    • To verify the follow up collection of students fees on a regular basis.
    • To monitor the Conferences, Research and Publication funds allocation and utilization.
    • To maintain the Academic Fee-Structure Records.
    • Overall review of the previous years financial statements and changes are to be informed to the Management.

  • Work Timings 
    • Staff members are required to follow a 48 hours work schedule per week - Sunday to Thursday, Friday and Saturday being an official weekend. The weekdays working hours are from 09:00 am to 01:30 pm and 05:00pm to 10:00pm. These timings are subjected to change as per schedule of the University as per work load due to nature of the job in Finance Department.

  • Benefits & Perks 
    • Airfares: Staff member and their family (spouse and three dependent children up to 18 years, living in UAE as permanent residents) are eligible for economy class air tickets once a year during their annual leaves which is applicable as per the Policy and Procedure of SUC
    • Medical Insurance: Staff member and their family (spouse and three dependent children up to 18 years, living in UAE as permanent residents) will receive medical insurance cover upon joining the SUC. The coverage will be according to the plan chosen by the SUC. This may be modified by the SUC from time to time at its sole discretion. This is applicable as per the Policy and Procedure of SUC
    • Annual Leave: 30 days paid Annual Leave which is applicable as per the Policy and Procedure of SUC.
    • Additional Weekend Duty: Staff members working on weekends as per HRD approved schedule are remunerated in addition to their salary as per the Policy and Procedure of SUC.
    • Gratuity: As per UAE law 
    • Visa & legal Charges: All visa related charges are borne by the company 

  • Non Taxable Income: As per the law of the country the income earned is nontaxable at the moment

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