Mirema School is hiring an Accounts Assistant to manage fee reconciliations, process petty cash transactions, and maintain ledger records.
Role Overview
Join
our Finance Department as an Accounts Assistant, where you will support essential financial and accounting
operations—ranging from daily bookkeeping to budget preparation and
facilitating audits. This role is pivotal in maintaining financial integrity
and supporting the smooth running of school operations.
Responsibilities
- Process financial documents, including invoices, bills, and accounts
payable/receivable entries.
- Review and proofread requisitions from departments for accuracy and
completeness.
- Compile and submit regular financial reports to the Head of
Accounts.
- Verify bank deposits and assist with bank reconciliations.
- Enter financial data into accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks or
Sage).
- Support internal and external audits by providing required
documentation and assistance.
- Post daily financial transactions and record office expenditures,
ensuring adherence to budget policies.
- Assist in preparing budgets and managerial reports, collaborating
with the Head of Accounts and Finance Administrator.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, or
related field.
- Must have completed CPA Part 2 (or equivalent
professional accounting qualification).
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, or similar
accounting software.
- Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to solve problems
creatively.
- Competent computer skills and ability to present financial data
clearly.
- Organized, dependable, and able to work under tight deadlines.
- Team-oriented with a proactive and supportive attitude.
How to Apply
