Accountant

Responsibilities:

Financial Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions.
  
• Prepare and update cash books, ledgers, journals, and other accounting records.
  
• Reconcile bank statements and school accounts regularly.

School Fees Administration:

• Monitor the collection of tuition fees and other charges.
  
• Issue receipts and maintain records of payments received.
  
• Track outstanding fees and prepare reports on debtors.
  
• Liaise with parents and the administration regarding fee payments.

Payroll Administration:

• Prepare and process staff salaries and wages.
  
• Calculate statutory deductions such as PAYE tax, pension contributions, and other deductions.
  
• Maintain payroll records and ensure timely salary payments.

 Accounts Payable and Procurement Support:

• Process payments to suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
  
• Verify invoices and supporting documents before payment.
  
• Maintain records of purchases and expenditures.

 Compliance and Regulatory Requirements:

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and financial regulations.
  
• Facilitate statutory payments, including taxes and pension remittances.

Audit Coordination:

• Prepare schedules and supporting documents for internal and external audit

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting.
  
• A professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACA, or ACCA will be an added advantage.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
  
• Practical experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks
  
• Sage Accounting Software, SAP, or Zoho Books.
  
• Sound understanding of auditing principles and practices.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of taxation, including VAT, PAYE, and Withholding Tax (WHT).
  
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent organisational and communication skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration: NGN 300,000 – 400,000 Monthly