Accountant (Account Payable) at Greensprings School

Job Summary

• The Accountant (Accounts Payable) will be responsible for managing the school’s accounts payable processes, ensuring that invoices, payments, and financial records are accurately processed and maintained.
• The successful candidate will ensure timely settlement of approved obligations, maintain proper documentation, reconcile accounts, and support the Finance team in maintaining accurate and reliable financial records.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify supplier invoices, payment requests, and supporting documentation in line with established procedures.
• Ensure all invoices are properly authorised and accurately coded before processing.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records.
• Prepare payment schedules and process approved payments within agreed timelines.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and other financial records.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on pending approvals and documentation.
• Perform regular reconciliation of accounts payable ledgers and related control accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and outstanding liabilities.
• Ensure appropriate tax deductions, including withholding tax and other applicable statutory deductions, are accurately applied to relevant transactions.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve invoice, payment, and account-related queries.
• Assist with audit exercises by providing relevant schedules, invoices, payment records, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the school's financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify discrepancies, duplicate invoices, or irregular transactions and escalate them appropriately.
• Support the Finance team with financial reporting and other accounting duties as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgement when handling financial information.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification or evidence of progress towards one (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) will be an advantage.
• 4-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in an Accounts Payable role.
• Experience working with accounting/ERP software is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Good understanding of Nigerian tax and statutory requirements.
• Previous experience in an educational institution or structured corporate environment will be an advantage.