School Accountant at Stella Maris High School

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Assist management in drafting, analyzing, and forecasting annual school budgets.
• Track and monitor daily expenditures against departmental budgets.
• Provide regular financial reports to school boards, directors, or the Bursar to guide decision-making. 

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Manage the student fee collection process, issue receipts, and reconcile student accounts.
• Track outstanding balances, communicate with parents, and execute debt recovery.
• Update student fee records and admissions transactions in the school's accounting software. 

Payroll & Accounts Payable

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for both teaching and non-teaching staff.
• Process and disburse vendor payments, verify invoices, and manage procurement records.
• Handle statutory deductions such as pension contributions and PAYE, ensuring timely remittance. 

Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure strict adherence to accounting standards and government regulatory frameworks (e.g., FIRS and PENCOM in Nigeria).
• Liaise with external auditors during periodic or annual financial audits. 

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Certifications: Professional accounting qualifications like ACA, ACCA, or ICAN are highly preferred.
• Experience: Proven track record in bookkeeping, tax compliance, and financial analysis, preferably within an educational environment.
• Hard Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and specialized accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP systems).
• Soft Skills: High ethical standards, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to clearly communicate complex financial data to non-finance staff.