Reference Number: CTVC/ACC/01/26 (1 POST)
Position Summary
Reporting to the Finance Officer, The Accountant supports the efficient financial operations of the Institution by ensuring timely billing, fee collection, reconciliation, and accurate financial record-keeping. The role exists to maintain transparent, compliant, and well-documented financial processes that support effective management and enable sound financial decision-making.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Implement and comply with the Institution's financial policies, procedures and statutory requirements
Record, reconcile, bank, invoice and receipt all student fees and payments accurately and on time
Maintain accurate student ledgers, statements and resolve account discrepancies
Support fee collection, debtor follow-ups and reporting of outstanding balances
Manage petty cash, staff floats and approved disbursements in line with policy
Process refunds, reimbursements and caution fee transactions under supervision
Coordinate supplier invoices, payments, inventory records and store controls
Prepare financial reports, billing summaries and reconciliation support as required
Ensure compliance, documentation readiness and support for internal and external audits
Provide financial and administrative support for school activities, events and departmental needs
Requirements for Appointment
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
CPA Part II, ACCA Level II, or equivalent professional certification is mandatory
Minimum of 2 - 3 years' relevant experience in finance, accounting, or administrative support preferably in a learning institution
Working knowledge of accounting software's and ability to interface management information systems
Key Competencies and Skills
Person with high integrity and ethical standards
Ability to create and sustain work partnerships and engage effectively with students and guardians and work across boundaries internally and externally
Sound emotional health and ability to manage self and others when under pressure
Familiarity with government funding procedures and donor financial reporting requirements
Ability to manage multiple funding streams and reconcile complex accounts