Campus Bursar

SUMMARY:
A leading educational institution is seeking an experienced Campus Bursar to manage the full finance function on campus. This role requires someone resilient, detail‑focused and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, admin‑intensive environment. You will work closely with internal teams, parents and centralised departments, ensuring accurate financial processes, strong compliance and effective communication. This position demands excellent multitasking abilities, strong Excel skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.

POSITION INFO:

Oversee day‑to‑day financial operations and support campus leadership with budgeting and expense management
Manage billing accuracy, procurement, accounts payable and debt collection
Prepare reconciliations and monthly reports, ensuring financial deadlines are met
Act as a link between the campus and central shared services
Engage professionally with parents, staff and multiple departments on finance‑related matters
 
Skills & Experience:
Advanced Excel skills (v‑lookups, h‑lookups, pivot tables – non‑negotiable)
Strong administrative ability with excellent attention to detail
Resilient, deadline‑driven and comfortable with high levels of multitasking
Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills
Ability to function in a pressured, fast‑moving environment
Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in a finance or bookkeeping‑related role
SAIPA (or similar professional affiliation) advantageous
 
Qualification:
Degree or Diploma in Finance


Contact CLARISSA VIRET on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF022179.
 
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