SCHOOL ACCOUNTANT

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile all income received from school fees, boarding fees, uniforms, meals, transportation, and other school activities.
• Maintain accurate records of all daily financial transactions.
• Monitor income generated by each class, department, and school activity and provide weekly and termly reports.
• Ensure every payment or expense is properly documented with receipts, invoices, or payment vouchers.
• Review purchases and expenses to ensure they are properly authorised and reasonably priced.
• Monitor cash, bank transfers, POS payments, and reconcile them regularly.
• Prepare weekly and termly income and expenditure reports for management.
• Track outstanding school fees and other receivables.
• Monitor boarding-related expenses, including food, supplies, maintenance, and utilities.
• Verify supplier invoices and payments before processing.
• Manage petty cash and maintain proper records.
• Identify and promptly report discrepancies, unusual expenses, or unexplained transactions to management.
• Maintain organised financial records for audit and management review.
• Assist with payroll and other accounting duties as required.

Requirements

• B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years’ relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in a school or similar organisation is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong reconciliation, reporting, and analytical skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and question financial discrepancies.
• Must reside within or close to the Ago Palace Way axis.

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