Science Teachers (Graduates & NQTs welcome) - January 2020 - -Dubai
Dubai -The Role Due to continued expansion, and record success in our Founders model schools, we are looking to appoint additional Science teachers (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) to join our existing team in January 2020. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduate or NQT level teachers to gain valuable international exposure, or for more experienced teachers to advance their career with a global leading company and world class International School located in the heart of Dubai -. The successful applicants will have the following: A certified teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE or equivalent Experience of teaching in a UK curriculum school desirable but not essential The desire to provide Outstanding teaching and learning Aspiration to work in a world class school with real prospects for enhancing their career About your benefits All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including: Competitive tax free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for up to two children, private medical insurance, annual airfares to country of residence, and end of Service Gratuity
Cash & Accounts Payables Supervisor - -Dubai
Dubai -SNC Lavalin's Atkins business is one of the largest multidisciplinary, multi sector engineering design consultancies in the world and is part of the SNC Lavalin Group. As one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in the defence sector, Atkins are ideally placed to respond to this market. We have a broad establishment and proud, 50 year history throughout the Middle East region. We provide a full range of design, engineering and project management services for buildings, transportation and other infrastructure programmes. Atkins in the Middle East now employs around 2,000 staff serving Gulf clients across all market sectors from offices in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Doha, Dubai -, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Manama, Muscat, Riyadh, and Sharjah. As a provider of multi-disciplined technical services to the built environment, SNCL-Atkins is committed to design excellence in the delivery of first-class solutions which combine innovation, imagination and best practice. We operate at the forefront of transport, property and infrastructure sectors and are one of the world’s leading Engineering consultancies. Using a flexible and multi-disciplinary approach, we provide an independent service in key areas: consulting and project management. The role is a critical role at the heart of our business, responsible for managing cash across the region and encouraging and challenging cash generation. The role reports directly into the Finance Director – Central but works closely with the Regional Finance Director. The role is responsible for managing the weekly cash forecasts, challenging the business to ensure the forecast are robust and reliable, working with central treasury in the UK and Montreal to ensure cash is repatriated whenever possible, payments are managed efficiently and effectively and funds are available to meet critical payments when necessary and providing insightful information to senior management and the business to best target clients that need additional focus. This role will manage four staff directly, in Dubai -, Saudi and Qatar and also work closely with the outsourced Accounts Payable function in India. The role will be supported by the Middle East and Africa Finance Function (based in Dubai -) and must also ensure compliance with the Group Finance Manual and provide support to the periodic statutory and internal audits. Responsibilities You will be expected to build strong working relationships with the divisional finance teams and also the project community (i.e. Project Managers and Project Directors). Core responsibilities will include: Act as the primary finance contact person for all cash and treasury matters and the point of escalation for Accounts Payable activities Preparation of both short and medium range cash forecasts and analysis of significant variances. Review and challenge of weekly cash forecasts. Manage cash balances across the region, ensuring maximum cash repatriation, whilst maintaining adequate liquidity to meet payments when due. Manage timing of payments Work with the Tax Team to ensure all compliance documentation is in place and maintained Work with the Tax Team to resolve VAT issues (across Saudi, UAE and Bahrain) Develop strong working relationships with the Project Community and the Central Finance Function. Creation of business intelligence reporting to enable the business to focus resource on key cash issues. Creation of bespoke reports and summarises to present or analyse cash flow information Ensure compliance with Group Finance Manual and use of best accounting practices; Coordinating with, and providing samples to, internal and external auditors. Ensure accuracy of workflow and completion within the specified deadlines; Ad-hoc support to relevant business improvement projects; Seek opportunities to learn new skills and aspire to develop within the team. Requirements Essential Technical Competencies Fully Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CPA or other recognised Accounting, Cash Management or Accounts Payable qualification; Minimum of 5 years, Finance experience, with at least 2 being within a cash management role. Good understanding of a cash lifecycle and the different measures of financial performance. Experience in preparing cash reports and providing analyses and commentary over variances. Experience in preparing budgets and forecasts. Good understanding of banking systems and international payment processes. Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel (knowledge of complex models are a plus). Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office tools; High standard of (numerical) presentation skills; Excellent communication in English (both written and oral). Experience of interacting with multiple businesses and finance functions; Experience of working within a multi-cultural environment; Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels. Desirable Technical Competencies Some treasury experience working within a large multinational blue-chip organisation; Has relevant industry experience in Construction, Engineering or a relevant Consultancy. Working knowledge of JD Edwards, Hyperion Finance Management (HFM), Smart View and other specific IT systems and databased; Essential Behavioural Competencies Initiative – Able to work independently with minimum supervision, make suggestions on best practice and improving current processes and procedures. Problem Solving – Can think of creative solutions to problems. Strong management and interpersonal skills – Able to develop productive internal working relationships with colleagues at all levels. Analytical – Able to analyse large volumes of date and clearly communicate findings. Teamwork – Willingly cooperate with others towards the same goals and objectives. Communication skills – Clear, concise and relevant in both the verbal and written form. Time Management – Able to prioritise, plan ahead and achieve objectives within strict deadlines. Influencing – Confident liaising with and influencing at all levels within the organisation. Cultural Awareness – Able to work within a diverse team and to engage all colleagues. Capable of intelligent debate – challenge colleagues in a constructive manner, communicate complexity clearly, avoid being abrasive or judgemental. Rewards & Benefits We offer an excellent package which includes: A competitive salary Transportation allowance Medical and life insurance cover 22 calendar days annual leave Medical and life insurance cover Company gratuity scheme Discretionary bonus scheme Annual flight allowance to point of origin Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants
Office Manager - AMS Holdings-Dubai
Dubai -AMS Holdings is a family office based in Dubai - in the UAE. We are looking for a well organised Office Manager to manage the office, supplies, equipment, communications, and IT systems. A person who can accurately handle administrative duties and provide general administrative support to our management. Responsibilities Schedule meetings and appointments Maintain the office condition, equipment, and supplies Manage office communications and IT systems Manage business vendors and service providers Maintain company legal records Maintain company digital and paper files Pay office bills and file invoices Assist with procurement and onboarding of new employees Assist management to update and maintain office policies Provide assistance to management as required Requirements University degree Attention to detail and problem solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills Proficiency with Apple Macs, Apple Pages, Numbers, and Keynote Proficiency with Gmail, Gmail calendar and contacts Confident driver Benefits Health Insurance