DEPUTY BURSAR – ACCOUNTANCY AND SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT (1 POST)

Duties and Responsibilities

The post involves among other things, assisting the Bursar in the performance of his
functions, including:
 The preparation of interim financial statements,
 Production of monthly management accounts and other management information,
 Maintenance of the integrity of the accounting systems,
 The preparation of final accounts and liaising with external auditors,
 Preparation of Council reports,
 The administration of students’ financial records,
 The preparation and control of capital and recurrent budgets,
 The oversight of the University’s fixed assets, inventory and properties,
 The general financial administration of the University,
 Ensuring proper financial accounting systems and production of reports,
 Production of statutory accounts of the University,
 Any other duties as assigned by the Bursar.
Attributes
This is a senior position requiring a highly skilled professional with integrity. The
successful candidate must be mature, hardworking, reliable and prepared to work over and
above the call of duty. In addition, the candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and
communication skills.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits are offered. The information on salary and other
benefits will be made available to the short-listed candidates.

Qualifications and Experience

 An Honours Degree in Accounting, plus an MSc in Accounting or equivalent or
Membership of professional body like CIMA or ACCA, or equivalent.
 A sound working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards.
 Working knowledge of integrated accounting systems.
 Strong capabilities to produce sound management information.
 Excellent communication skills.
 At least five years working experience at Accountant level.
 Sound strategic planning skills.
 Sound budgeting and budgetary control capabilities.
 Sound knowledge of Tax Laws.
 Supervision of subordinates.

How to Apply

All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include
a curriculum vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant including full name, place
and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone
numbers and the names, addresses (including email) and telephone numbers of three
contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:
The Registrar
National University of Science and Technology
P O Box AC 939
Ascot
Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE
And emailed to: [email protected] in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position
being applied for in the subject line.
The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer.
In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to
apply.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 26 April, 2024
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.