Job Purpose

Accounts Assistant will  support day-to-day financial operations, including transactional processing and maintaining accurate records. This role ensures efficient execution of financial processes and supports the operational and reporting tasks.

Key Duties/ Responsibilities

Financial Transactions and Processes:

• Prepare and process payment vouchers, ensuring proper approvals and documentation.
• Collect and maintain supporting documents for cash advances and requisitions.
• Handle supplier payments and ensure contracts are up-to-date for key vendors.
• Maintain and update cheque, petty cash, and tax registers.

Petty Cash and Reconciliation:

• Prepare daily petty cash reconciliation statements.
• Maintain accurate and updated petty cash and cheque registers.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Provide updates on school activity schedules.
• Assist in preparing supporting schedules for weekly and monthly reports.

Payroll Support:

• Administer payroll inputs and ensure they are submitted accurately and on time.
• Act as a liaison for resolving salary-related issues at the campus level.

Internal Controls and Banking:

• Support in implementing internal controls and monitoring compliance.
• Perform banking transactions as needed, ensuring proper documentation.

General Support:

• Assist during internal and external audits by providing relevant documentation.
• Perform any additional duties as may be assigned.

Experience 

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or CPA Part II plus any other relevant academic qualifications
• Basic knowledge of financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Competent in MS Excel, Word and familiarity with accounting systems.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines effectively