Overview

GEMS FIRSTPOINT SCHOOL – THE VILLA – DUBAI https://www.gemsfirstpointschool-dubai.com/

Job Description

We are looking to appoint an outstanding School Cashier for an August 2025 start.

GEMS FirstPoint School prides itself on being inclusive and values-driven, creating a learning environment with extensive extra-curricular opportunities, that promotes innovation and a love of learning; our aim is to provide an environment where every student can achieve their potential and find personal success. Our students work towards globally recognized A Levels, GCSEs, and BTECs in a diverse selection of subjects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced individuals to advance their careers with a globally leading company at a world-class international school located in Dubai.

The Cashier will support the Finance and Accounts Department by accurately handling the school’s financial transactions, including payments and invoicing. As the first point of contact for many financial interactions, this role requires a confident, personable, and professional approach, especially when engaging with high-profile international families. The Cashier will ensure smooth daily operations, maintain accurate records, and work seamlessly with the finance team to support the school’s financial processes.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Receive and receipt school tuition / fee payments and to accurately report this information
  • Disbursement of petty cash including reconciliation and balance of petty cash
  • Prepare banking deposits as required
  • Keep records of fee concessions and all related records pertaining to other school income
  • Support with any other day to day operational requirements within accounts team
  • Ensure that GEMS policies, procedures and code of conduct are followed at all times

Skills

Person specifications:

  • High school certificate with a certificate in accounting though a bachelor’s in accounting or finance is preferred
  • Demonstrable computer data entry skills including report summaries
  • Possess at least 1 year of accounting experience 
  • Have a willingness to collaborate and share their outstanding practice
  • Have a growth mindset, whereby they are reflective, and solution focused
  • Possess excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with colleagues, students and parents
  • Have aspiration to work in a world-class school with real prospects for enhancing their career
  • Be willing to make a positive contribution to our school community and culture

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

Education

Bachelor’s in accounting or relevant field

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Preferred Candidate

Career Level
Student/Internship
Degree
Bachelors

 

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About GEMS Education

Trusted for over 55 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division; and we will impact 20 million by 2020 students through the initiatives of our Charity partner Varkey Foundation.