POSITION: SCHOOL BURSAR
LOCATION: Field Based
OVERALL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB:
The Bursar is responsible for financial administration within a school, the person should have a background in finance and skills in account for the school’s receipts and authorized expenditures vis a vis the approved budgets; the role will also involve aspects of other areas including compliance, administrative responsibilities, people management and operation coordination. The person should be capable of communicating with the
different stake holders with an affinity towards impeccable reporting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Overall accountancy duties for the Schools Financials (including authorised receipt and accounting for school’s funds; management of the school accounts and Budget).
Monitor and provide monthly reports on the school income and expenditure in relation to budget
Scrutinize and pass for payment invoices received in the school following the recommended SOPs
Update the Cashbooks, ledgers and other tools for effective management of the school’s finances
Manage the assets, stock and inventory if any; provide monthly reports on status of these items
Issue receipts to learners and beneficiaries and maintain records of the same on receipt of authorised payments
Provide regular updates to the Head Teacher, school governors and WIU Field Office (Finance Assistant) on financial performance of the school.
Coordinate the Procurement of goods and payments following the recommended and approved Procurement procedures.
Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time
Qualifications and Experience
Diploma in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, BSc Finance and
Accounting from a recognized Institution.
At least 2 years’ relevant experience as an accounting technician
Proficient use of the QuickBooks Accounting Software is desirable
Experience working in School setting is an added advantage
Skills Requirements:
The ideal candidate must have the proficient level of professional skill and/or knowledge in accounting.
Must have basic knowledge in computer applications like MS Office and data base management
Experience in and knowledge of relevant Accounting systems
Effective communication skills.
Abilities in office administration and organization.
Able to pay keen attention to detail and manage multiple priorities
Ability to work under pressure to be able to meet strict deadlines