Preparing the school’s annual budget and updating when needed
Assisting in producing annual audit and liaising with all parties involved
Preparing income and expenditure report according to DFE financial regulations and preparing account for the submission
Producing monthly report to the director, headteacher, and finance committee
Maintaining and overseeing all bank account including school debit card, completing monthly reconciliation and reporting banking errors to line manager
Ensuring school financing policy is reviewed and the school meets all financial requirement
Assisting in preparing accurate VAT accounting and payment so that VAT reclaim return is submitted
Responsible handling cash including collections and disbursements, banking and security, fundraising and school trips
Skills
Bachelor degree in accounting with experience working with grand funding proposals, awards, accounting, and reporting
Extensive knowledge about GAAP and able to apply accounting principles and government reporting regulations
Punctual, reliable and must have strong communication skill
Knowledge about MS Office, QuickBooks, and excel
Able to work in a team and produce quality output under tight deadlines
Strong verbal and oral communication skills
Self-motivated and strong analytical skills
Attention to detail, prioritization skill and time management
Quick learner with a positive attitude
Database experience and strong expertise in financial concepts, practices, and procedures
Commitment to the charter school movement and the mission and vision of the league