Sub-Accountant

ROLE SUMMARY:

Cambridge College Peru is proud to be part of Inspired Education Group. Inspired schools are designed to inspire and nurture students to reach their full potential in a dynamic, progressive, and academically rigorous environment. As an Inspired school, Cambridge College Peru offers a world-class international education that blends academic excellence with a strong focus on personal development, creativity, and global citizenship. We are also proud members of the Latin American Heads’ Conference (LAHC) and the British Schools of Peru (BSP), ensuring our students benefit from strong regional and international educational connections. Cambridge College Peru is one of the leading co-educational schools in the country, serving over 1,200 students aged 2 to 18. Our learning community is diverse, vibrant, and committed to developing well-rounded, confident, and socially responsible young people

We are seeking a detail-oriented and committed Sub Accountant to join our professional and collaborative school operations team. The successful candidate will support the school’s day-to-day accounting activities, ensure accurate financial records, and contribute to the smooth and compliant running of the finance function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the day-to-day accounting operations of the school, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
• Assist with the recording and reconciliation of financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for invoices, payments, receipts, and expense reports.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Assist in bank reconciliations and monitoring cash flow.
• Support payroll-related accounting activities in coordination with HR and external providers.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and schedules for internal review.
• Ensure compliance with local tax requirements and support filings when required.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized financial records and archives.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests.
• Collaborate closely with the Accountant / Finance Manager and other internal stakeholders.
• Support ad-hoc finance and administrative tasks as required by the school.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A degree or technical qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in an accounting or finance support role.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Experience working with accounting systems and strong Excel skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, reliable, and collaborative approach to work.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams.
• Knowledge of local accounting and tax regulations in Peru is highly desirable.
• Experience in an educational or service-based organization is an advantage.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

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.