Accountant at HR Aid

Details:

We are looking to hire an Accountant for our client; a Primary and Secondary school located in Surulere, Lagos with a dedication to providing a unique, pleasant, stimulating and safe environment where a life-long desire to learn is instilled in each child.

The ideal individual should have some experience working as an accountant within a school. He/She will be responsible for collecting, recording, presenting financial information, maintaining cash controls, payroll administration, and processing accounts payable and receivables on behalf of the Schools.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded and updated
• Maintain all accounting records in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles 
• Assist in budget preparation 
• Ensure all expenses are within budget 
• Develop and Implement financial policies and procedures
• Monitor account payables 
• Process vendor invoices, identify and resolve invoicing issues and accounting discrepancies
• Track and ensure prompt payment of school fees and other receivables 
• Prepare receipts 
• Conduct periodic reconciliation of all school bank accounts 
• Process monthly payroll in a timely manner
• File both employee taxes (PAYE) and Company Income tax accurately
• Keep accurate record of all accounting documents including receipts, etc.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or ICAN/ACA certification
• Minimum of 7 years experience working as an accountant
• Previous experience as an accountant within a school would be an added advantage
• Previous experience within an audit firm may be preferable 
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Good Financial reporting skills
• Ability to use popular accounting packages
• Proficient in the use of MS Excel