{"id":17422,"date":"2016-10-03T11:13:57","date_gmt":"2016-10-03T11:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=17422"},"modified":"2016-10-03T11:13:57","modified_gmt":"2016-10-03T11:13:57","slug":"school-accountant-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/school-accountant-job.html","title":{"rendered":"School Accountant Job"},"content":{"rendered":"

Accounting is the systematic and comprehensive recording of financial transactions pertaining to a business, and it also refers to the process of summarizing, analyzing and reporting these transactions to oversight agencies and tax collection entities. Accounting is one of the key functions for almost any business; it may be handled by a bookkeeper and accountant at small firms or by sizable finance departments with dozens of employees at large companies.<\/p>\n

Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Title: School Accountant<\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Requirement<\/strong><\/p>\n

Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, bank statement and fixed assets
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Prepare posts and verified the accuracy of formal entries. Analyses general ledger accounts and records entries in accordance with Generally accepted accounting principles
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Summarises current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other reports
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Prepare and files required reports to ensure compliance with tax and audit requirements
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Maintains accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Secures financial security by following internal controls
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Prepares payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Complies with financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements and advising management on needed actions
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Prepare monthly reports reflecting spending versus budget. Prepare analysis schedules and cash flow projections
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Perform other job related duties as assigned<\/p>\n

Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must have a first degree or HND in Accounting from a recognised institution or a minimum of Part III in a recognised professional accounting body
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must have completed National Service and worked for a least 3 years in a similar responsible position
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must have good reporting skills, attention to detail, deadline-oriented
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must possess the ability to analyse figures, excellent verbal and written skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must be able to multi-task, establish priorities and organise efficiently.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must have knowledge of computers and familiarity with Accounting software is also essential
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Must not have any criminal background<\/p>\n

Salary:<\/strong> Competitive for the post<\/p>\n

How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CVs to:<\/p>\n

The Advertiser <\/strong>
\nP.O.Box 10366, <\/strong>
\nCantonments-Accra <\/strong><\/p>\n

Closing Date: 10 October, 2016<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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