Bookkeeper

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a skilled and commercially minded Bookkeeper to take ownership of the full finance function within a dynamic school environment.

POSITION INFO:
This role partners closely with the School Principal and management team, providing financial insight, control, and support to drive sound decision-making and operational efficiency.

This role is based in Pretoria East.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management & Business Partnering:
  • Act as a key finance partner to the School Principal and leadership team.
  • Participate in management and operational meetings, providing financial input and recommendations.
  • Guide and advise management on expenditure, budgeting, and cost control.
• Budgeting & Financial Planning:
  • Lead and manage the annual OPEX and CAPEX budgeting processes.
  • Monitor spend against budgets and provide variance analysis with actionable insights.
  • Maintain accurate budget trackers and ensure that income and expenses are recorded daily.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  • Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts, presenting findings to stakeholders.
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and month-end close processes.
  • Prepare and post month-end journals and maintain general ledger integrity.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Revenue, Billing & Collections:
  • Review and ensure the accuracy of billing to parents and third parties.
  • Oversee debtors management and collections, ensuring the timely recovery of outstanding fees.
  • Monitor and manage collections related to school events, camps, and tours.
  • Ensure that bursaries and discounts are correctly applied, in line with policies.
• Procurement & Payables:
  • Oversee procurement processes and the accounts payable function, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• CAPEX & Expense Management:
  • Prepare and submit CAPEX applications accurately and within deadlines.
  • Monitor and control expenditure related to school events and initiatives.
• Payroll & Compliance:
  • Review payroll information and engage with school leadership on any discrepancies or concerns.
  • Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Train and support staff on financial processes and governance requirements.
• Stakeholder & Shared Services Liaison:
  • Review and submit accurate financial and billing information to Group Shared Services.
  • Act as a key point of contact between the school and central finance teams.

• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential
• Accounting Diploma / Degree preferred
• 7–10 years’ experience in a similar accounting or finance role
• Strong bookkeeping and accounting knowledge
• Experience in a school or service-driven environment advantageous