Accountant: Administration And Support Services (Bursar’s Department) - University Of Zimbabwe (UZ)

Job Description

Applications from suitably qualified members are invited to fill the above-mentioned post at University of Zimbabwe (UZ)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily supervision of the Administration and Support Services Accounting Function
• Preparation of Administrative and Support Services departments Financial Statements on a monthly basis and timeously
• Liaison with Administrative and Support Services departments on issues related to their finances and budgets
• Oversees the Assets and Inventory; Payroll and Catering Services Accounting function
• Overseeing the staff advances function
• Recommend Internal Control Systems improvements in Administrative and Support Services departments’ financial operations
• Preparation of Administrative and Support Services departments monthly variance analysis reports
• Assist in Financial and Management Reporting
• Ensuring proper safekeeping of all accounting records
• Any other duties as assigned by the Bursar or Deputy Bursar

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in Accounting from a reputable University
• Possession of a professional Accounting Qualification
• Masters’ Degree in Accounting would be an added advantage
• Extensive Practical knowledge of Pastel Evolution Accounting System
• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar position / role
• Excellent Communication, Interpersonal and Leadership Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

How to Apply

Applicants must submit six (6) copies of applications, including a curriculum vitae, giving full personal particulars which should include full names, place and date of birth; certified copies ofnational identification, birth certificate, proof of qualifications, employment and experience, current salary, date of availability, telephone number and names and addresses of three (3) referees. Applications should be addressed to:

The Deputy Registrar

Department of Human Resources

University of Zimbabwe

P O Box MP167

Mount Pleasant

HARARE

Or hand delivered to University of Zimbabwe, Administration Block Room 113.

Deadline: 11 November 2022.