Accounts Assistant

About the School

Dove International Montessori School is a thriving international bilingual Montessori and IB World School, serving a diverse, globally-minded community across all year groups. Our Finance Department plays a vital role in supporting the school's operations, and we are looking for a diligent, detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will provide day-to-day financial and administrative support across the school's accounts function. This is a hands-on, accuracy-driven role suited to a candidate who is organised, trustworthy, and comfortable working with numbers in a busy international school environment. Proficiency in both French and English is an added advantage given the multilingual nature of our school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and issue invoices for school fees, trips, and other charges accurately and on time
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including tracking outstanding payments and following up with families and suppliers
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records in the school's accounting system
• Assist the Finance Manager with monthly and termly budget reports and financial summaries
• Support payroll processing by collecting and verifying timesheets and relevant documentation
• Manage petty cash, process expense claims, and maintain clear supporting documentation
• Liaise with suppliers, vendors, and service providers for procurement and payment queries
• Maintain organised, up-to-date filing systems for all financial documents, both digital and physical
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation, providing accurate records and documentation as required
• Respond to finance-related queries from parents, staff, and external parties in a professional and timely manner
• Support the Finance Manager with ad hoc financial and administrative tasks as needed

Required Qualifications

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field