School Accountant
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records, including budgets, expenses, and income.
- Prepare and manage the school’s budget in collaboration with school administrators.
- Monitor and control expenditures to ensure they remain within budget limits.
- Process payroll for school staff, ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain employee records related to salaries, benefits, and deductions.
- Manage tuition fee collection, issuing invoices and receipts to parents or guardians.
- Record and reconcile incoming payments from various sources.
- Process payments to suppliers, vendors, and contractors.
- Track overdue payments and send reminders to ensure timely collections.
- Generate financial statements and reports for school management and governing bodies.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial summaries.
- Analyze financial data to assist in decision-making and strategic planning.
- Prepare documents and records for internal or external audits.
- Address audit queries and implement audit recommendations.
- Maintain records of school assets, such as equipment, furniture, and technology.
- Oversee purchasing processes and ensure proper documentation for procurement.
- Communicate financial policies and procedures effectively to management
- Allocate funds appropriately for projects, activities, and operational needs.
- Use accounting software and tools to streamline financial processes.
- Propose and implement improvements to the school’s financial systems and procedures.
- Support the school’s mission by providing financial insights and recommendations.
- Assist with special events or projects that require financial oversight.
Requirements
- Interested candidates should posess a Bachelor’s Degree, HND or NCE in relevant fields with 3 years work experience.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Tally, or school-specific tools).
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
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