The Role
The School Accountant will manage financial operations, maintain records, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and school policies.
Summary Generated by Built In
Vacancy:School Accountant
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Our client, a reputable school in Lagos seeks the professional services of a School Account Officer for immediate employment.
Job Summary
The accountant will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the school, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with accounting standards and school policies. The role involves maintaining financial records, preparing reports, managing budgets, and supporting the school’s mission by ensuring prudent financial management.
Responsibilities
Financial Management
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions, including fees, salaries, procurement, and other expenses.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and board review.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Develop and manage the school’s budget, ensuring funds are allocated appropriately.
Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and school policies.
• Prepare and file statutory returns (e.g., PAYE, pensions, taxes) in a timely manner.
• Provide financial reports and analysis to support decision-making by school management.
School Operations Support
• Manage student fee collection, issue receipts, and maintain accurate records of payments.
• Work closely with the admissions and administration teams to reconcile student accounts.
• Support payroll processing for teaching and non-teaching staff.
• Assist in procurement processes by verifying invoices, quotations, and supplier payments.
Collaboration & Communication
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities.
• Communicate financial information clearly to management, staff, and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on financial matters to non-finance staff when required.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions, including fees, salaries, procurement, and other expenses.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and board review.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts receivable, and accounts payable to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Develop and manage the school’s budget, ensuring funds are allocated appropriately.
Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and school policies.
• Prepare and file statutory returns (e.g., PAYE, pensions, taxes) in a timely manner.
• Provide financial reports and analysis to support decision-making by school management.
School Operations Support
• Manage student fee collection, issue receipts, and maintain accurate records of payments.
• Work closely with the admissions and administration teams to reconcile student accounts.
• Support payroll processing for teaching and non-teaching staff.
• Assist in procurement processes by verifying invoices, quotations, and supplier payments.
Collaboration & Communication
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities.
• Communicate financial information clearly to management, staff, and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on financial matters to non-finance staff when required.
Requirements
B.Sc./HND in accounting, finance or related field
Professional certification in accounting/finance is an added advantage e.g. ICAN
Minimum of 3 years’ experience preferably in an educational institution
Well versed in MS Excel or similar accounting software is a plus.
Analytical and technically sound
Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude
Strong ethics and reliability
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to [email protected] using SAIK-G26 as subject of the mail
Skills Required
- B.Sc./HND in accounting, finance or related field
- Professional certification in accounting/finance (ICAN preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years' experience preferably in an educational institution
- Well versed in MS Excel or similar accounting software
- Analytical and technically sound
- Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude
- Strong ethics and reliability
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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.
