## Join Our Team at Hillcrest Primary School as a Bursar

**Location:** Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa  

**Contact:** [admin@hillcrestprimary.co.za](mailto:admin@hillcrestprimary.co.za)  

**Website:** [www.hillcrestprimary.co.za](http://www.hillcrestprimary.co.za)  

**Closing Date for Applications:** 8th November 2024, at 12 Noon

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Hillcrest Primary School is on the lookout for a dedicated **Bursar** to join our team. If you have a passion for education and possess strong financial management skills, we invite you to apply for this critical role in our administration. 

### Job Overview

As the Bursar, you will be responsible for managing all financial aspects of the school’s operations. Your expertise will contribute to ensuring the financial health of the institution while maintaining positive relationships with parents and staff.

### Key Responsibilities

- **Invoicing and Debt Collection:** Efficiently manage school fee invoicing, aftercare services, and debt collection.

- **Financial Reporting:** Prepare monthly statements and assist with bank reconciliations.

- **Parent Support:** Address parents' account queries and provide assistance regarding financial matters.

- **Payment Processing:** Manage the counting and receipting of all cash, including processing payments via Pastel Accounting and Karri.

- **Administrative Duties:** Handle general administrative tasks, including the annual updates for Karri and registration for events.

- **Collections Management:** Follow up on unpaid accounts and, when necessary, coordinate with debt collectors.

### Requirements

To succeed in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications:

- Previous experience as a Bursar, preferably in a public school setting.

- Strong and persuasive debt collection skills.

- Proficiency in **Pastel Accounting**, **Microsoft Excel**, and **Word**.

- Aptitude for handling figures and financial documentation.

- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) with the ability to engage with parents professionally.

- A thorough understanding of confidentiality in handling sensitive financial matters.

- A valid police clearance certificate.

### Personal Qualities

The ideal candidate will be:

- Hard-working and professional

- Committed and loyal

- Prepared to go the extra mile

- A team player

### Application Process

If you meet the above requirements and are eager to make a difference at Hillcrest Primary School, please submit your application, including:

- A full CV with references

- Supporting documents (ID, Matric Certificate, Qualifications with Academic Records, and Police Clearance)

**Email your application to:** [cv@hillcrestprimary.co.za](mailto:cv@hillcrestprimary.co.za)  

**Subject line:** BURSAR

### Important Information

- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

- Hillcrest Primary School reserves the right not to fill this position.

In compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act of 2013 (POPIA), applicants consent to Hillcrest Primary School collecting, processing, and storing their personal information.

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### Why Work at Hillcrest Primary School?

Working at Hillcrest Primary School offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the education and development of young minds in our community. Join us in creating a positive learning environment where students can thrive!

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