Finance Specialist

Our School

Dehong Beijing International Chinese School opened its doors on September 2nd, 2019 in Grasse Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing. Dehong Beijing now opens all K12 sections and enrolls students of kindergarten, elementary, middle school and high school levels.

Our school offers an academic programme comprising of the Chinese compulsory curriculum combined with international elements with the support of experienced teaching teams. We aim to develop citizens of the world who understand traditional Chinese culture and are nurtured to develop an open, inclusive mentality.

Job Responsibilities

Billing & Collections

• Generate and distribute tuition, boarding, transportation, and other student-related invoices for the School and Kindergarten.

• Process student payments, refunds, credit notes, and account adjustments accurately and timely.

• Monitor outstanding receivables, follow up on overdue balances, and support collection activities.

Accounts Receivable Management

• Process AR transactions, reconciliations, and account maintenance in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).

• Monitor aging reports and outstanding balances, identify collection risks, and escalate issues when necessary.

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of AR records and financial data.

System & Data Administration

• Maintain D365 billing and AR master data, including fee structures, pricing schedules, discount programs, student enrollment and payment information.

• Maintain invoice, billing, and collection reminder templates.

• Reconcile and validate data between D365, online payment platforms, e-invoicing platforms, and other finance systems.

• Support enrollment verification and reporting.

Month-End & Financial Support

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities in collaboration with the Shared Service Center (SSC).

• Assist with revenue recognition, cash receipt reconciliation, AR reporting, financial data uploads, and system reconciliations.

• Assist with cash pooling interest calculations and related financial reconciliations.

Invoice & Banking Administration

• Manage invoice issuance, credit notes, and invoice records for schools and affiliated entities.

• Reconcile invoice data between ERP systems and e-invoicing platforms.

• Perform bank balance reconciliations and prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements.

• Ensure the accuracy of cash balances and related financial records.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Assist with internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance reviews.

• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation as required.

Other Responsibilities

• Undertake additional assignments delegated by the Finance Manager or Finance Business Partner (FBP), including fixed asset verification and administrative support activities.

We are Looking for Someone Who

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Billing, Revenue, or Finance Operations.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
• Strong Excel and data management skills.
• Good understanding of AR processes, billing cycles, and reconciliation practices.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in the education sector is an advantage.
• Proficiency in both Chinese and English is preferred.

Safeguarding Statement

Our College/School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices, which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, successful references, possible social media checks, as well as due visa and work permit process as required by Chinese law.

Equity Diversity Inclusion Statement

EiM is committed to diversity within its team, organisational practices, policies and culture. It recognises that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make its work more relevant and approachable. EiM will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. EiM strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. It expects everyone who works with it to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as it aspires to best serve the EiM mission and its community.