Job For Accountant at Kids Court School

Owens & Xley Consults - Our client, Kids Court School located in Surulere, requires the services of a qualified candidate to fill the position below:     Job Title: Accountant Location: Lagos Job Description

• We are looking to hire an Accountant who will be responsible for maintaining the financial and accounting functions of the school.
• S/He will be tasked with preparing financial statements, maintaining cash controls, preparing the payroll and managing the company’s expenses.

• Establish and maintain supplier accounts
• Maintain the purchase order system
• Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting system
• Prepare financial statements such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Prepare quarterly reports and report on variances
• Assist with the annual audit
• Maintain financial files and records
• Prepare monthly financial reports
• Review financial plan compliance.
• Assist with the preparation of the company budget
• Implement financial policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain cash controls
• Manage petty cash
• Establish, maintain and reconcile the general ledger
• Monitor cash reserves and investments
• Advise management regarding new investments
• Reconcile bank statements

• Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years experience as an Accountant
• Candidate must be proficient in the use of Accounting packages.