Position Objective
● Contribute to the Finance team function within AIS & BCS
● Follow department procedures including maintenance and security of financial records
● Accurately & competently coordinate and complete Accounts Payable tasks
Responsibilities
● Daily Accounts Payable (AP) function which includes keying in of Supplier invoices and preparation of payments to vendors
● Ensure purchases and payments adhere to Company policy
● Liaise with internal and external customer in payment related matters
● Problem solving related to 3rd party payment matters
● Monthly Vendor reconciliation
● Prepare Withholding Tax forms for foreign suppliers if required
● Assist in booking of flights and accommodation for Professional Development
● Perform any other duties as assigned
● Assist Finance staff & other designated staff as directed by Finance Manager
It is the job holder’s responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact with and compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding Child Protection Policy and Procedures should be adhered to at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, they must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head or indeed to the Cognita Regional Safeguarding Manager so that a referral can be made accordingly to the relevant third party services.
Position Requirements
● Excellent communication skills – oral and written English, numeracy & analytical skills
● Excellent interpersonal skills – dealing with children, adults, staff – persons of different cultures & backgrounds
● Flexible with regards to changing duties
● Capacity to manage several tasks simultaneously, within work deadlines
Qualifications
● Minimum of 3 years working experience
● Minimum of accounting diploma / degree
● Preference for current bookkeeping / accounting experience / debt collection
● Experienced & competent IT Microsoft skills - Word, Excel, databases, email, and Internet
