Accounts Assistant at Risechamp Pre and Primary School

Job description

ABOUT RISECHAMP PRE AND PRIMARY SCHOOL: RiseChamp Pre and Primary School is a premier educational institution located at Kwa Mzungu, Mbezi - Mpiji Magoe, Dar es Salaam. Dedicated to nurturing academic excellence, integrity, and holistic development in young learners, our school provides a modern, high-standard learning environment spanning Daycare, Nursery, and Primary education tiers. As part of our commitment to quality instruction, we are expanding our exceptional workforce to prepare for the upcoming academic period. JOB PURPOSE: Support the Finance Department of RiseChamp Pre and Primary School with accurate fee management, daily accounting, confidential financial reporting, and TZS-aligned records for the School Manager and leadership team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Report to school on all working days and be present during official working hours. Attend the school general assembly and finance-related meetings as required. Prepare and issue student fee invoices in ERP according to the approved fee structure. Follow up on outstanding fee balances and maintain an up-to-date debtors register. Record daily receipts, payments, and petty cash transactions accurately in the ERP system. Process and reconcile CRDB control-number payments and M-Pesa Lipa Namba transactions. Assist with bank reconciliation and resolve unmatched bank transactions promptly. Prepare petty cash vouchers, maintain supporting documents, and submit regular cash reports. Maintain confidential pupil, parent, and staff financial records at all times. Support month-end and management reporting for the School Manager and leadership. Respond professionally and promptly to parent enquiries regarding fees and payments. Coordinate with the reception and academic offices on admissions-related fee matters. Prepare and maintain cash flow summaries and daily cash position reports for management review. Verify fee receipts against bank deposits and payment gateway reports on a daily basis. Issue official fee receipts and ensure every transaction has valid supporting documentation. Maintain organized filing systems for invoices, receipts, vouchers, and financial correspondence. Assist in preparation of annual fee structures and budget inputs for the Finance Department. Monitor and track staff advances, imprest accounts, and staff-related financial deductions. Ensure all financial records comply with school policies and applicable accounting standards. Support internal and external audit processes by providing requested financial documents promptly. Safeguard cash, cheques, and financial instruments on school premises at all times. Maintain accurate Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) currency records across all fee ledgers, reports, and ERP transactions. Perform any other finance and administrative duties assigned by the School Manager or Head Teacher. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: Accounting Degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience in school fee management, debtors control, and daily accounting operations. Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Tanzanian payment channels (CRDB, M-Pesa). Strong numerical accuracy, confidentiality, and professional communication with parents and staff. All financial reporting and reconciliations must align with TZS (Tanzanian Shilling) currency standards. MODE OF APPLICATION: Interested candidates must submit their applications exclusively through our online recruitment portal. Hard-copy folders or direct email submissions will NOT be considered. You must fill out the form fields and upload your Resume/CV in PDF format to complete the submission. To apply, please click the maroon 'Apply' button located either at the top right or directly below this job description to open the application web form and upload your documents. APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 31, 2026, at 05:00 PM EAT.