The Role
Lead the school's finance function, including budgeting, payroll, accounting procedures, treasury, investments, financial reporting, statutory tax compliance, audits, fee collection, and income-generation initiatives. Advise school leadership and governors on financial strategy, investments, resource allocation, and business plans. Oversee financial staff, maintain strong internal controls, ensure IFRS-compliant reporting, and present financial information to the Governing Council and Finance Committee.
Summary Generated by Built In
Founded in 1958, our client is is a distinguished co-educational British curriculum day and boarding school in Ikeja GRA, Lagos looking to fill the role of a Head of Finance. The holder of the role will be a member of the Grange Executive Team (GET), operate under the supervision of the Head of School and the Head of School Operations and will be responsible for providing sound financial management advice and overseeing all financial matters, including the development and management of the School's budget, loans and investments, and the management of receipts and payments.
He/she will provide assistance and support to the Head of School Operations to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the School's operational functions. The Head of Finance is expected to maintain a positive and professional approach in dealings with stakeholders, contributing to the overall success of Grange School.
Requirements
Job title: HEAD OF FINANCE
Reports to: HEAD OF SCHOOL OPERATIONS
Line manager: Senior Accountant, Bursar and Account Officers
Key Areas of Responsibility
• To lead, manage, maintain and develop the financial procedures and
systems of Grange School, in collaboration with the Head of School,
Head of School Operations and Governors.
• To promote the highest standards of business ethics within the
administrative function of the School and ensure the effective and
strategic use of resources in support of the School's learning
objectives.
• To manage and monitor the School's budgets and payroll.
• To prepare annual income and expenditure estimates for approval by
the Head of School and Governors; obtain agreement from budget
holders and report on the School's financial position to the
Governors.
• To advise the Head of School, Head of School Operations and
Governors on investment and financial policies; prepare financial
appraisals for specific projects and develop business plans to support
the School's future development.
• To ensure compliance with applicable financial management
standards for international schools. Use financial management
information, particularly benchmarking tools, to identify areas of
relative expenditure, assess trends and provide informed advice to
the Governing Council, Head of School and Head of School
Operations.
• To support the Head of School, Head of School Operations and
Governing Council in understanding the School's income position
and identifying and implementing opportunities to maximise income.
• To oversee accounting procedures and resolve financial issues,
including the timely processing and payment of goods and services
supplied to the School; management of bank accounts and monthly
bank reconciliations; preparation of invoices; and collection of fees
due to the School.
• To prepare financial returns for the relevant tax authorities, including
the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), and oversee VAT, WHT, CIT,
PAYE, Stamp Duties and other statutory remittances.
• To coordinate the preparation of the annual financial statements and
liaise with external auditors, ensuring that financial reports comply
with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and
applicable regulatory requirements.
• To develop and analyse financial information to assess the School's
current and projected financial position.
• To provide detailed financial reports to the Governors and Head of
School in accordance with agreed reporting schedules.
• To support accounts staff responsible for delegated budgets by
providing procedures and guidance that enable effective budget
monitoring and control.
• To maximise the School's income-generation capacity through
initiatives such as facility lettings, grant applications and fundraising.
• To prepare and present timely, fully costed proposals,
recommendations and bids.
• To prepare periodic operational and financial reports for submission
to the Board through the Finance Committee.
• To oversee the School's financial, treasury and investment
management activities.
• To manage and monitor the School Fund, including the preparation
of accounts and required returns.
• To attend meetings of the Governing Council (GC), Finance
Committee, Education Committee, Grange Executive Team (GET)
and other relevant meetings, as required and agreed.
OTHER DUTIES
To perform any other duties commensurate with the role, as may be assigned
by the Governing Council or its Committees, the Head of School, or the Head
of School Operations.
Preferred Qualification
• University degree in Accounting, Economics or a related discipline.
• ICAN or ACCA certification is compulsory.
• A minimum of 10 years’ relevant work experience in a related
environment.
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Competences Required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Sound commercial awareness.
• Strong numerical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to understand broader business and financial issues.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant financial software.
• Experience in database management and use.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High levels of reliability, thoroughness and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent command of the English language; proficiency in a second
language is an advantage.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take
initiative.
Interested/Qualified Candidates should send their CVs to [email protected] Using GRG-25-HoF as the email subject
Skills Required
- University degree in Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
- ICAN or ACCA certification
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in a related environment
- Master's degree
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Sound commercial awareness
- Strong numerical and mathematical skills
- Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Ability to understand broader business and financial issues
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant financial software
- Experience in database management
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
- High reliability, thoroughness, and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent command of the English language
- Proficiency in a second language
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
Am I A Good Fit?
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.
Success! Refresh the page to see how your skills align with this role.
The Company
What We Do
StreSERT Integrated Limited is a management consulting and business support company that provides innovative and tailored solutions to deliver real and measurable outcomes for clients, focusing on human resources, business advisory, and corporate support services.
