School Accountant

About this role

A full-time School Accountant is sought for an international school in Lagos. The role involves assisting with budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and maintaining accurate financial records. The position supports payroll, statutory deductions, school fee management, and timely payments, providing financial information to management for decision-making. The employer runs a recognised educational institution and seeks candidates with relevant accounting experience to support financial operations.

What you would do

• Assist with budget preparation and expenditure monitoring.
• Prepare and present financial reports for management and external audits.
• Support internal and external audits and keep audit-ready records.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Maintain records of income, expenditure, invoices, and payments.
• Support monthly payroll preparation and staff-related payments with HR.
• Ensure timely remittance of statutory deductions and compliance with regulations.
• Manage school fees, student billing, receipts, and debtors’ reports.
• Process approved payments and record expenses and vendor transactions.
• Monitor transactions to prevent errors, unauthorised spending, and duplicate payments.

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