DEPUTY BURSAR, FINANCIAL OPERATIONS & REPORTING – University of Zimbabwe (UZ)

Vacancy

BURSAR’S DEPARTMENT

Qualifications and Experience:

The position requires an individual with:-

 An Honours Degree in Accounting, plus a Master of Science in Accounting or
equivalent and possession of a professional accounting qualification.
 Sound knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards is essential.
 At least five years working experience at Accountant level and should possess
strong strategic planning capability.
 Ability to handle internal and external audits is a prerequisite and sound
knowledge of integrated accounting systems is a must.
 Possess strong capability to produce sound management information

Duties and responsibilities
The successful candidate must be able to:-
 Oversee the operations of the Cash Office, Students’ Accounts, Assets, Creditors
and Salaries Sections.
 Ensure compliance with accounting policies and standard operating procedures.
 Review the efficiency of accounting systems and recommend appropriate
changes.
 Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and various
forecasting reporting.
 Prepare year-end financial statements.
 Investment analysis, market research and recommending the investment of
University funds in alternative investment options.
 Assist the Bursar in providing secretariat services in various Council Committees.
 Stakeholder Management both internal and external.
 Coordinate the external audit.
 Liaise with Internal and External Auditors.
 Any other duties assigned by the Bursar.