Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (MUAST)

Assistant Bursar/Senior Assistant Bursar (1 Post)

Accounting & Finance Jobs
Salary
Negotiable

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following posts that have arisen in the University:

BURSARY DEPARTMENT (4 Posts)
Assistant Bursar/Senior Assistant Bursar (1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities


Duties and Responsibilities
▪ Preparation and analysis of financial data and consolidation of annual budget bids
▪ Maintenance of financial records such as budget estimates, expenditure and obligations
▪ Monitoring expenditure and ensuring it is within approved budgets
▪ Preparation of monthly reconciliations for Departments/Units
▪ Preparation of monthly financial statements and assisting in the preparation of annual financial statements
▪ Analysing accounts and operations to ensure compliance with proper accounting procedures, applicable laws and regulations
▪ Conducting market research, investment analysis and recommending investment
▪ Assessing business units’ financial performance and producing monthly reports
▪ Maintenance of asset registers and inventory management
▪ Liaising with banks and other Financial Institutions on financial transactions, related queries and regulatory information
▪ Assisting Departments and individuals in interpreting reports, accounting procedures and controls
▪ Provision of secretariat services to various Committees
▪ Any other related duties as assigned by the Bursar.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have a first degree in Accounting or full CIS/ACCA/CIMA or its equivalent.
A relevant Master’s degree and registration as a Public Accountant is an added advantage.
Applicants should have at least three (3) years post-qualification experience. Knowledge of Pastel Accounting Package is a requirement.
Applicants should be mature, have the ability to work under pressure, be of high integrity and have excellent written and oral communication skills

How to Apply

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Leave, contributory medical aid and pension are offered. Information on salary and other benefits will
be made available to shortlisted candidates.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit six (6) sets of applications which should include the application letter, certified copies of certificates, national identification and a detailed Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees including their email addresses.
Applications in envelopes clearly indicating post applied for should be addressed and sent via registered mail to:
The Acting Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Administration
Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
P.O. Box 35
MARONDERA
hand deliver or send by courier to:
Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
CSC Campus, Industrial Sites
15 Longlands Road
MARONDERA
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 6 December 2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University does not charge applicants a fee at any stage of the recruitment process and does not have Agents who receive applications on its behalf.