Accounting Specialist Job at St. Bridget's College

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Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Location: Aba, Abia State

Organisation: St. Bridget's College

Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications.

Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than September 10th, 2013.

Background: We are looking for an accounting specialist to assist with the maintenance of financial records. This position includes a range of tasks including routine calculation, posting, and verification duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. The Accounting Specialist may also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to transactions recorded by other workers.

Core Tasks:

•   Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.

•   Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.

•   Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.

•   Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.

•   Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.

•   Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers.

•   Comply with federal, state, and school policies, procedures, and regulations.

•   Compile statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses.

•   Code documents according to school procedures.

•   Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records.

Educational Requirement: Minimum of a diploma (preferably a Bachelor's degree) in accounting with at least four years of experience.

How to Apply:

Apply online with a cover letter and detailed resume (Curriculum Vitae). The application must include the following:

1.   A functioning email address, mobile telephone number and contact information.

2.   A discussion of WHY you believe this is a good fit for you.

3.   A discussion of your experiences managing schools (or educational institutions) and how you think this will fit into St. Bridget's. if you have experience outside of education which you believe can be beneficial, kindly discuss them.

4.   Your long term career goals and how you think this job at St. Bridget's will help you realize these personal career goals.

Deadline: 2nd April, 2013.

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