Reports to: School Director
Key Responsibilities:
In consultation with line manager and the Headteacher, prepare the school’s annual budget and review and update as necessary.
Monitor income and expenditure in relation to the school’s budget, and produce monthly reports for the Directors
Keep all school accounts and prepare income and expenditure reports in accordance with financial regulations and prepare accounts for submission to the school’s auditors.
Assist in the preparation for the annual audit, liaising with all parties involved.
Maintain and oversee all bank accounts, completing monthly reconciliations and reporting banking errors to her/his line manager.
Ensure that the school’s finance policy is reviewed and updated as necessary
Assist in the preparation of accurate statutory deductions accounting and payment so that returns are submitted as required.
Be responsible for all elements of cash handling including collections and disbursements, banking
Scrutinise and attend to the payment of all invoices and statements of account
Carry out and keep analyses of costs and other statistical information.
Co-ordinate and maintain a list of approved contractors and suppliers to ensure best value.
Manage, negotiate and monitor all contracts and relationships with external contractors.
Advise the Board of Directors and its committees as required.
Qualifications & Skills:
Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field
CPA (K)
More than 4 years working experience in a school environment
Excellent knowledge of accounting principles
Advanced skills in MS Excel, Quickbooks
Team player with good attitude towards work and colleagues.
