Job Description

Canonbury Junior School Is Looking For A Bursar

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Handle financial transactions, such as invoices and payments

2. Processes billing, receipting and allocating receipts in the Accounting System

3. Collaborate with the school administration to develop financial policies and procedures.

4. Manage the school’s financial systems and software, ensuring their efficiency and accuracy.

5. Management Accounts – (preparation and maintenance of Cash flows, Income & Expenditure and Statements of Financial position)

6. Payment initiation and reconciliations

7. Fixed Asset register maintenance and Inventory management

8. Reconciliations – Cashbooks Posting of Vouchers into the accounting system

9. Preparation for audit and participating in the process.

10. Preparation of Budget and full participation in its implementation

11. Carry out other duties in line with accounting/finance function as delegated by superiors

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Higher National Diploma/ Degree in Accounting or Finance.

2. Having a professional qualification in accounting such as CIS, ACCA, CIMA; is an added advantage

3. Proven experience in a similar role, within an educational institution is a must.

4. Strong understanding of QuickBooks is a must.

5. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management.

6. Proficiency in financial software and systems.

7. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

8. Attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.

9. Strong organizational and time management abilities.

10. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

11. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional qualifications by Wednesday 10 April 2024 at 4:00PM to: [email protected]