Finance Assistant

PURPOSE OF ROLETo provide efficient and accurate financial and administrative support within Rendeavour Education, ensuring that financial transactions are processed correctly, records are maintained, and the finance office runs smoothly.A specific focus will be providing financial and administrative support of the pre-opening of Wellington College International Lagos.ResponsibilitiesFinancial AdministrationProcess purchase orders, invoices, and payments in line with school proceduresRecord income, expenditure, and petty cash transactions accuratelyAssist in reconciling bank statements and financial recordsMaintain accurate and up-to-date finance databases and filing systemsBudget & Monitoring SupportSupport the Director of Education in monitoring budgets and preparing reportsTrack expenditure against budget codes and flag variancesAssist with financial year-end processes and auditsPayroll & Staff SupportPrepare and input payroll information under supervision of the Director of EducationAssist with staff expenses, overtime claims, and pension contributionsMaintain accurate staff finance recordsIncome & RevenueRecord and reconcile school income (school meals, trips, lettings, donations, fees)Issue receipts and maintain audit trails for income receivedSupport fundraising and grant administration as neededSystems & Process ManagementMaintain and improve financial systems, software, and proceduresEnsure accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliationsSupport the development of digital tools for efficient financial managementCompliance & SafeguardingEnsure financial procedures comply with governance handbook and statutory requirementsMaintain confidentiality and data protection standards Support safeguarding principles in line with education policyRequirementsPerson specificationEssentialA minimum of 3-5 years experience in finance, accounts, or administrationStrong numeracy and IT skills (Excel, financial software)Good organisational skills and attention to detailAbility to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong communication and team-working skillsDesirableExperience in an educational or public-sector finance roleKnowledge of school finance systems (e.g., SIMS, FMS, Arbor, PS Financials)Basic bookkeeping or AAT qualificationKey Component Accuracy and attention to detail Confidentiality and integrity Ability to follow procedures and maintain audit compliance Strong problem-solving and administrative skills