Seeking a responsible and detail oriented cashier for managing financial transactions, record keeping, and ensuring smooth operations within the school’s business office.
Position Overview:
The Cashier is responsible for providing efficient, courteous, and professional service in handling all financial transactions. This includes receiving payments, maintaining accurate transaction records, and supporting various financial and administrative tasks that contribute to the smooth operation of the school’s business office. The position requires a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cash Handling and Transactions
- Receive and process payments (cash, checks, electronic transfers) from parents, staff, and other stakeholders for tuition, fees, and miscellaneous services.
- Issue receipts for all payments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to school policies.
- Maintain a secure cash drawer, ensuring proper cash levels and accurate daily reconciliations.
- Handle petty cash transactions and reimbursements with correct documentation and approvals.
- Record keeping and Reconciliation
- Accurately record all financial transactions in the designated accounting system (e.g., spreadsheets, software).
- Reconcile daily receipts with bank deposit slips and submit reconciliation reports to the Senior Accountant.
- Prepare and deliver bank deposits, ensuring the security of funds and prompt transportation.
- Customer Service
- Provide courteous and professional assistance to parents and staff regarding financial queries and concerns.
- Investigate and address discrepancies in payments, escalating unresolved matters to the Senior Accountant and the Director of Finance and Operations.
- Compliance and Security
- Adhere to the school’s financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance and reduce risk.
- Promptly report any discrepancies, fraud, or suspicious activities to the Director of Finance and Operations.
- Safeguard sensitive financial data and maintain confidentiality in accordance with school policy.
- Administrative Support
- Assist in generating financial reports pertaining to cash flow, collections, and deposits.
- Support other business office tasks, such as preparing documentation for audits or liaising with vendors, as needed.
- Collaborate with the payroll clerk and other finance team members to facilitate seamless finance operations.
- iPASS Card Management
- Process new iPASS card applications, including fee collection and value-added services.
- Verify payments for reissue applications and issuance fees.
- Record and notify relevant stakeholders of new and reset card numbers.
- Provide temporary lunch passes to students when necessary, maintaining accurate logs.
- Uniform and Merchandise Sales
- Manage sales of school uniforms and merchandise, including collecting payments and issuing receipts.
- Maintain inventory records and reconcile merchandise sales with cash receipts.
- Coordinate with relevant staff on reordering stock and providing updates on merchandise availability.
- Additional Duties
- Undertake any other tasks assigned by the supervisor or the Director of Finance and Operations.
- Maintain an organized workspace and ensure all financial documents are filed properly.
Skills and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience in cashiering or handling financial transactions is beneficial.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets).
- Familiarity with financial software is a plus.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Outstanding customer service and communication abilities.
- Other Requirements:
- Trustworthiness, reliability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently manage responsibilities.
- Proficiency in both written and spoken English (the applicant’s level of proficiency will be taken into account).