Job Summary
Avondale Primary School based in Harare, has challenging career opportunities that have arisen effective 2 May 2022 for Bursar
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions:
Bursar/Accountant
Duties And Responsibilities
Duties And Responsibilities
The successful candidate must be able to: –
Control of all SDC accounting procedures
Supervise the Assistant Bursar.
Create and manage student and other accounts as required by the school
Preparing, collecting and administering Levy fees
Maintain SDC bank accounts
Prepare financial reports and appraisals as required
Produce Final Accounts.
Manage the schools cash flow and advise accordingly.
Provide Finance Committee with Financial Position of the school as required and per request.
Provide salary figures for processing and approving the processed draft.
Maintain school asset register.
Completing cost projection, forecasting, and annual income and expenditure estimates
Supervise school projects (managing the financial aspect and advise accordingly)
Oversee that all returns have been done before due date
Ensuring compliance with Avondale Primary Accounting standards, Ministry regulations, and State legislative requirements
Qualifications And Experience
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
The position requires an individual with: –
At least 5 O Levels including Maths and English
Bachelor’s/ honor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or another related accounting degree with a 2.1 pass or better
3+ years’ experience in a similar role and 2+ years of management experience
Experience with budget management is a must for this role
Familiarity with spreadsheets and accounting packages such as Pastel is a requirement
Demonstrate Competence in Information, Communication and Technology skills
Good management and reporting skills
Very good interpersonal skills, ability to interact with parents, staff and pupils
High emotional intelligence, integrity and ability to work with junior staff and colleagues.
Diligence and commitment to the organization’s goals and ethos.
Applicant must be an individual of impeccable character with no criminal record.
Job Summary
More Information
- Job Application Details APPLICATION PROCEDURE A copy of an application letter including a curriculum vitae, giving full personal particulars which should include full names, place and date of birth; certified copies of national identification, birth certificate, proof of qualifications, employment and experience, current salary (if employed), date of availability, telephone number and names and addresses of three (3) referees must be addressed to: The Head, Avondale Primary School And emailed to: [email protected] Or posted to: The Head Avondale Primary School PO Box A194 Avondale Harare Zimbabwe