Accounting Specialist

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for the operational management of accounting processes related to the accounts payable cycle, reconciliation activities, and daily postings, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company procedures. The role will work closely with the Controlling, Purchasing, and Treasury functions, supporting monthly closings and the preparation of financial data.

Key Responsibilities

• Posting of vendor invoices related to purchases.
• Management of vendor account closing, including movements on advance payment accounts (e.g. Rizzo advances) and prepaid cards.
• Reconciliation of vendor accounts, with particular focus on advance payment accounts.
• Management of withholding taxes related to freelance and self-employed collaborators.
• Management of deferrals and accruals (provisions for risks and charges, etc.).
• Creation and management of company fixed assets, including depreciation calculations and postings.
• Recording of daily journal entries.
• Periodic reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Preparation of data required by the Controlling and Purchasing functions for monthly closings.
• Preparation of data necessary for cash flow analysis.

Required Skills

• Solid knowledge of general accounting and the accounts payable cycle.
• Ability to manage and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and main administrative practices.
• Familiarity with monthly closing processes and financial reporting.
• Good command of IT tools and accounting software.
• Knowledge of English (at least basic professional level).
• Accuracy, reliability, and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions.

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.