Accountant
Job Purpose
To maintain accurate financial records, process financial transactions, and support the school's financial operations in accordance with company policies, accounting standards, and applicable regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Transactions & Accounting
- Record daily financial transactions accurately in the accounting system.
- Prepare and process journal entries.
- Ensure proper documentation.
- Review invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and supporting documents.
- Ensure accurate recording of income and expenses.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Process supplier invoices and prepare payment requests.
- Monitor outstanding payments and follow up on overdue balances.
- Record and reconcile customer and supplier accounts.
- Follow up on school fees collection and outstanding student balances.
- Maintain accurate records of payments received.
- Cash & Bank Management
- Monitor daily cash transactions and maintain petty cash records.
- Prepare bank deposits and payment transactions.
- Perform regular bank reconciliations.
- Ensure proper documentation and control of cash transactions.
- Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and updated accounting records.
- Coordinate with school administration and the Finance Department.
- Submit financial reports within established deadlines.
- Perform other finance-related duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Good analytical and numerical skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and organizational skills.