Finance Assistant at Alaro City

Purpose of the Job

• 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

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.