Accountant at First Excelsia

A top tier faith based International Academy is seeking the right talent to fill the role of an Accountant. The ideal candidate must be versed in all aspect of financial management.

The role will be responsible for managing all the financial actions and processes of the school. He or She will keenly oversee the all-accounting processes, financial planning and implementation of strategic financial procedures for the school.
The goal is to protect the school’s revenues and profits to achieve full financial control and sustainable growth.
Job Description:

• Coordinate financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Evaluate cash flow and financial planning process.
• Propose action plans to ensure that annual financial objectives are attained.
• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledgers
• Prepare monthly and annual financial plans.
• Direct investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks.
• Set up and oversee the related finance IT system.
• Ensure compliance with the laws and policies.
• Manage the preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reports, tax returns, and governmental agency reports.
• Ensure full transparency over the financial performance.
• Prepare and analyze budget and perform general bookkeeping.
• Advise the Directors and its committees as required

Person Specification:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Finance or Accounting professional (some of which must be at management level)
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
• Minimum of a first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related courses from a recognised institution
• Membership of recognized accounting professional bodies is required (or may be at the final stage of professional certification)
• Excellent analytical, management and organisational skill
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and accounting computer application systems
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Thorough understanding of diverse business processes
• Experience within the educational sector is highly preferred.