Accountant

Our Client

Our client is a prestigious British international school committed to academic excellence, holistic development, and fostering a nurturing environment where students thrive. Boasting a world-class educational community, they seek dynamic educators and technical professionals who are innovative, collaborative, and dedicated to upholding the highest standards in education, to contribute to their mission of inspiring excellence.

Job Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for the school’s financial health, handling high-level financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. This role requires an individual with extensive accounting expertise, a proactive approach to financial management, and the ability to guide a small team. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the capability to work effectively with school leadership to align financial practices with strategic goals.

Primary Responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting:

• Prepare, analyse, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Oversee the school’s general ledger, ensuring accuracy and timely reconciliation of accounts.
• Prepare detailed financial reports for management, including budget variances and cash flow projections.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Lead the budgeting process by collaborating with department heads to create an annual budget.
• Monitor budget adherence and provide ongoing financial forecasting.
• Identify and report on budget variances, providing recommendations for corrective actions.

Audit and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Coordinate and manage the school’s annual audit, preparing necessary documents and addressing any findings.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and ensure all financial activities align with best practices and legal requirements.

Payroll and Accounts Management:

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax and labour laws.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payment processing and collection.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on payroll-related tasks, including employee benefits and statutory deductions.

Financial Analysis and Strategic Support:

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyse financial trends and make data-driven recommendations to optimise school resources.
• Assist in long-term financial planning and capital expenditure management.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff, providing training and support.
• Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Ensure the accuracy and efficiency of all accounting tasks and processes.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent), preferably in an Accounting, Finance, Business, Statistics or Mathematics major.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, ICAN)
• Minimum of 5–7 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or senior role, preferably in an educational or non-profit setting.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience with compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage) and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven experience in Asset Management, Asset Tagging, Accounts reconciliation and Inventory management (consumables)
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of professionalism and integrity.

Location: Abuja, FCT

Salary & Benefits: Salary ranges approximately between N760,000 - N870,000 monthly gross salary (point on scale determined by skills, knowledge and experience). Benefits include Pension, HMO, Staff bus, and Performance Related Bonus.

Start Date: As soon as possible (please note that the client is mindful of the need for appropriate notice if the successful candidate is currently employed).

How to apply: Candidates who meet the minimum criteria are encouraged to apply using this link - https://bit.ly/PA_AccountantVacancy

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦760,000.00 - ₦870,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do they have ICAN or ACCA or any related certificate?
• Do they have 7 years of experience in Accounting? if no, how many do they have?

Location:

• Abuja (Required)