Accountant (Account Payable)

Job Summary

• The Accountant (Accounts Payable) will be responsible for managing the school’s accounts payable processes, ensuring that invoices, payments, and financial records are accurately processed and maintained.
• The successful candidate will ensure timely settlement of approved obligations, maintain proper documentation, reconcile accounts, and support the Finance team in maintaining accurate and reliable financial records.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify supplier invoices, payment requests, and supporting documentation in line with established procedures.
• Ensure all invoices are properly authorised and accurately coded before processing.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records.
• Prepare payment schedules and process approved payments within agreed timelines.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and other financial records.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on pending approvals and documentation.
• Perform regular reconciliation of accounts payable ledgers and related control accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and outstanding liabilities.
• Ensure appropriate tax deductions, including withholding tax and other applicable statutory deductions, are accurately applied to relevant transactions.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve invoice, payment, and account-related queries.
• Assist with audit exercises by providing relevant schedules, invoices, payment records, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the school's financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify discrepancies, duplicate invoices, or irregular transactions and escalate them appropriately.
• Support the Finance team with financial reporting and other accounting duties as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgement when handling financial information.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification or evidence of progress towards one (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) will be an advantage.
• 4-5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in an Accounts Payable role.
• Experience working with accounting/ERP software is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Good understanding of Nigerian tax and statutory requirements.
• Previous experience in an educational institution or structured corporate environment will be an advantage.

Application Closing Date
14th October, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: using the job title as the subject of the mail.

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