Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of the Head of internal audit and oversight, Reviews theschool’s accounting system, cash management, stock control, purchase of goods and services, etc.; school operation with the policies and procedures of the school.Reviews and appraises the soundness, adequacy, and effectiveness of the accounting, financial, and other operating controls of the company. Ascertains the extent to which assets are accounted for and safeguarded from losses of all kinds. Reviews external audit reports findings that need corrective actions. Follows up on the adequacy of actions taken by the 
finance function to correct the weakness reported in the previous audit reports.

Specific duties & responsibilities
1. Consistently review and check important monthly transactions, which include the 
following, but not limited to checking:

•  transactions related to the salary of national and international staff monthly 

• transactions involving tax payments monthly monthly bank reconciliationsand filing transactions related to rent contracts and payments for houses that the school rents for international staff and filing all payment transactions made to contractors and architects

• the general ledger and subsidiary ledger of the customer with the admission record the school invoices and follow up the work following advice 

• the documentation of the finance department, box file PV and CRV weekly Cash count the student file and recording 

2. Check the periodic inventory of school assets
3. Assist in the development of systems to foster improvements in the application of internal control systems and the maintenance of compliance standards;
4. Assist in conducting analytical reviews to assess risk areas and work with endowment staff to minimize risk exposure levels
5. Assist in Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits by liaising with concerned work units.
6. Assist the department regarding control systems, assess their effectiveness and general operational compliance with established rules, regulations, and policies; assess work processes and office structures to ensure that tasks are carried out with maximum efficiency;
7. Advise and assist the Head of internal audit and oversight about any suspected misconduct in operations.
8. Check Human resources and School admissions as per the school policies and procedures
9. Documentation of audit work per applicable audit work and filing
10.Perform related functions as required and assigned by the immediate supervisor

Category: Internal audit and oversight

Salary: as per the organization's attractive salary scale.

Benefits: Life Insurance, Medical refund and reimbursement of children tuition fee.

Report to: Head of internal audit and oversight

Job Requirement

Qualifications & Education 

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management or related fields.

Experience & Knowledge

• Minimum four years’ experience in Finance as an Accountant, junior Internal Audit officer, etc. 

•  Proficiency with Microsoft application suites and different accounting software 

• Experience, Knowledge and understanding of current financial management and affairs of a school setup, especially in an International School Skills 

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant accounting information with attention to details and accuracy

Skills

• Ability to innovate and manage time efficiently 

• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both in writing and spoken

• Proficiency in English 

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills 

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work. 

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. 

• Keeping confidentiality is highly required 

• Can present written reference from former organization

How To Apply

• Please forward your application letter and updated CV via email: bezaye@sandfordschool.org Deadline: 8 th July 2024