Accountant at Masha Music School

Responsibilities

To serve as the Accountant of a music academy in developing and implementing best practices, policies, and procedures in the accounting function.

• Maintenance of cash book.
• Maintenance of account receivable- Reconciliation and follow-up on all trade debtors regularly and ensuring prompt receipts of payment.
• Bank Reconciliation.
• Maintenance of account payable- Processing all payments to creditors and vendors.
• Budget planning, Inventory and Cost Control.
• Ensure all financial transactions are captured on the SAP accounting software.
• Payroll Management.
• Management of tax and other statutory compliance issues.
• Preparation and presentation of monthly financial statements.
• Liaising with and providing relevant information to Regulators and External Auditors.
• Approves all vouchers, invoices and cheques, transfers and other forms of payments.
• Responsible for the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensures that all contracts and expenses are in line with budget and have been awarded at competitive rates
• Responsible for RTL’s treasury position and management.
• Reviews all bank reconciliations. 8. Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting system
• Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, prepare periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting or other tax requirements
• Approves all reimbursements and refunds.
• Maintains a register of company’s assets
• Any other duty as assigned by your supervisor from time to time

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited local or foreign tertiary educational institution
• Proven track record with at least 4+ years of work experience (post-NYSC)
• Knowledge of accounting, data and administrative management practices and procedures
• Knowledge of business and management principles
• Intermediate-level computer skills and knowledge of office software packages
• Stock Management experience will be an added advantage.