Junior Accountant & Bursar

Employment Type

Position Overview

Bursar

1. Financial Management & Accounting

• Manage the school’s fee structure, invoicing, collections, and reconciliation of fee payments
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all receivables and payable accounts
• Prepare monthly financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and reconciliation statements for senior leadership
• Monitor budgets and expenditures in line with the school's financial policies
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and year-end financial audits
• Work with external auditors and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory frameworks

2. Parent Liaison & Customer Service

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all fee-related enquiries from parents and guardians
• Communicate billing schedules, payment deadlines, and policies clearly and professionally
• Handle fee disputes, refunds, or hardship requests in coordination with the Head of School and Finance Director
• Maintain a high standard of confidentiality, professionalism, and customer service in all parent interactions

3. Policy Compliance & Administration

• Ensure fee collection and accounting practices are aligned with internal financial policies and regulatory expectations
• Maintain and update financial procedures and fee policies
• Support admissions and administrative teams with fee-related inputs and financial documentation during enrollment and re-enrollment periods
• Track and report fee defaulters, and liaise with legal advisors or collection agencies if needed

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is preferred
• Minimum 5 years of financial/accounting experience, preferably in a school or education-related environment
• Familiarity with school billing systems and financial software (e.g., Microsoft GP, SAP - FICO, SIMS)
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, reconciliation, and accounts receivable management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in dealing with parents from diverse cultural backgrounds
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Interested candidates can apply on our website:
• http://www.fortes.co/Careers