Finance Assistant at Alaro City

PURPOSE OF ROLE

• To provide efficient and accurate financial and administrative support within Rendeavour Education, ensuring that financial transactions are processed correctly, records are maintained, and the finance office runs smoothly.
• A specific focus will be providing financial and administrative support of the pre-opening of Wellington College International Lagos

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Administration

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments in line with school procedures.
• Record income, expenditure, and petty cash transactions accurately.
• Assist in reconciling bank statements and financial records.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date finance databases and filing systems.

Budget & Monitoring Support

• Support the Director of Education in monitoring budgets and preparing reports.
• Track expenditure against budget codes and flag variances.
• Assist with financial year-end processes and audits.

Payroll & Staff Support

• Prepare and input payroll information under supervision of the Director of Education.
• Assist with staff expenses, overtime claims, and pension contributions.
• Maintain accurate staff finance records.

Income & Revenue

• Record and reconcile school income (school meals, trips, lettings, donations, fees).
• Issue receipts and maintain audit trails for income received.
• Support fundraising and grant administration as needed.

Systems & Process Management

• Maintain and improve financial systems, software, and procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Support the development of digital tools for efficient financial management.

Compliance & Safeguarding

• Ensure financial procedures comply with governance handbook and statutory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.
• Support safeguarding principles in line with education policy

Requirements

Person specification

Essential

• A minimum of 3-5 years experience in finance, accounts, or administration.
• Strong numeracy and IT skills (Excel, financial software).
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and team-working skills.

Desirable

• Experience in an educational or public-sector finance role.
• Knowledge of school finance systems (e.g., SIMS, FMS, Arbor, PS Financials).
• Basic bookkeeping or AAT qualification.

Key Component

• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Confidentiality and integrity.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain audit compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and administrative skills.