Financial School Administrator

As the Bursar of our client an International Private School you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of school administration. You will manage budgets financial transactions and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and school policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial management skills attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:
Develop and manage the schools annual budget in collaboration with senior management.
Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide regular financial reports to the Head of School or School Board.
Ensure financial sustainability and integrity through effective financial controls and procedures.

Accounts Management:
Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes.
Manage payroll administration including staff salary payments and deductions.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Financial Planning and Analysis:
Conduct financial analysis forecasting and modeling to support strategic decisionmaking.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation.

Administrative Oversight:
Supervise administrative staff involved in financial transactions and record keeping.
Support other administrative functions as required by the Head of School or School Board.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field.
Proven experience min 5 years in an educational institution or similar setting.
Strong knowledge of financial principles practices and regulations.
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
Proficiency in financial software and MS Office suite (especially Excel).
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders including staff parents and external partners.
High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information. Fluent in English both oral and written.

Personal Attributes:

Detailoriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Commitment to the mission and values of the International Private School.

Remote Work :

No