Accounts / Administrative Officer (Nursery School)

About the Role

Home Also Creche & Preschool, a multicultural and co-educational early years institution catering to children aged 3 months to 5 years, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts / Administrative Officer to join our vibrant team in Nigeria. In this dual-capacity role, you will play a vital part in maintaining the smooth financial and administrative operations of our school, ensuring a nurturing, efficient, and well-managed environment for our pupils, parents, and staff members.

• Maintain accurate records of school fees, payments, and operational expenses while issuing receipts and tracking outstanding balances.
• Manage petty cash disbursements and assist in preparing comprehensive financial reports and Profit & Loss statements.
• Prepare and file mandatory statutory tax returns including PAYE, VAT, and Withholding Tax, ensuring prompt remittance of deductions.
• Manage the front desk, cordially responding to inquiries from prospective parents, visitors, and vendors.
• Maintain organized digital and physical records for students, staff, and admissions while handling general correspondence.
• Support daily school operations, administrative coordination, and internal events to foster a positive school culture.

• Possession of an HND or BSc in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated proficiency in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and basic Nigerian tax compliance standards.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and modern accounting software applications.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills suitable for an educational setting.
• Uncompromising integrity, discretion with confidential data, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Prior working experience in a school, crèche, or administrative support role will be a distinct advantage.

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant work experience.
• A supportive, collaborative, and multicultural working environment focused on early childhood education.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skills development within a reputable educational institution.

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