Finance Manager

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The School Finance Manager role in Abuja, Nigeria, focuses on financial integrity, accountability, and efficiency. Responsibilities include financial management, budgeting, debtor management, payroll, statutory compliance, and team leadership. Requires a degree, 4 years experience, and English proficiency.

• Full time position in Abuja
• Salary NGN 400,000 - 600,000
• Mid level experience required
• 4 years experience
• English language required

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Find a Job + + + + Search Finance Manager Mani Recruits Accounting, Auditing & Finance 3 days ago Easy apply New Abuja Full Time Education NGN 400,000 - 600,000 Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Job summary The School Finance Manager plays a pivotal role within the Business Office by supporting the School Director and Head of School in ensuring financial integrity, accountability, and efficiency across all financial operations. This role demands a high level of analytical skill, attention to detail, and leadership in driving financial performance. Min Qualification: Degree Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 4 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Nigeria Job descriptions & requirements Responsibilities: Financial Management and Development: Oversee daily financial operations including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations and school policies. Prepare and present Annual Financial Statements (AFS), ensuring accuracy and completeness. Liaise with external auditors during interim and final audits. Prepare and manage the Annual Budget, collaborating with Department Heads to gather input and ensure timely submissions. Provide monthly and quarterly management reports including financial statements, expenditure analysis, and variance reports. Track budget performance, highlight variances, and recommend corrective measures. Advise the School Director on risks, financial irregularities, or inefficiencies. Debtor and Fee Management: Oversee all tuition and fee collections, payment reconciliations, and deposit processing. Administer debtor records, manage arrears, and enforce credit control policies. Generate and distribute termly fee statements and follow up on outstanding payments. Collaborate with the Finance Officer to apply penalties for late payments and maintain transparent communication with families regarding fee obligations. General Ledger and Payroll: Maintain accurate general ledger reconciliations monthly. Process bank reconciliations and ensure approval by the School Director. Prepare monthly journal entries, payroll postings, and statutory deductions. Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and employee benefit remittances. Maintain and audit the School Asset Register, tracking acquisitions, disposals, and asset conditions. Administration and Compliance: Ensure all statutory filings, tax returns, pension, and PAYE remittances are made promptly. Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and ensure data integrity within the School Administration and Accounting Software (Zoho Books or equivalent). Review and approve purchase orders, ensuring adherence to procurement procedures. Complete all financial documentation, regulatory submissions, and compliance reports on time. Continuously review and recommend improvements in financial systems and workflows for efficiency. Leadership and Collaboration: Supervise finance team members, ensuring high standards of performance and accountability. Support non-finance staff in understanding and managing budgets effectively. Provide financial insights to support strategic planning, fee reviews, and capital expenditure decisions. Foster a culture of transparency, professionalism, and continuous improvement within the finance department. Requirements: Minimum qualification of BSC 4 years of previous experience in a similar role Log In and Apply Important safety tips Do not make any payment without confirming with the Jobberman Customer Support Team. If you think this advert is not genuine, please report it via the Report Job link below. Report Job Log in to apply now Continue with Google Continue with Linkedin Or continue with Forgot Password? Keep me logged in Log in Don't have an account? Sign Up to Apply Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Activate Notifications Stay productive - get the latest updates on Jobs & News Activate Deactivate Notifications Stop receiving the latest updates on Jobs & News Deactivate This action will pause all job alerts. Are you sure? Cancel Proceed Similar jobs Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit Lorem ipsum Lorem ipsum dolor (Location) Lorem ipsum Confidential 3 years ago Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipiscing elit Lorem ipsum Lorem ipsum dolor (Location) Lorem ipsum Confidential 3 years ago View More Stay Updated Join our newsletter and get the latest job listings and career insights delivered straight to your inbox. v2.homepage.newsletter_signup.choose_type Jobseeker Employer Email address * We care about the protection of your data. Read our Notify Me We care about the protection of your data. Read our privacy policy .