Bursar - Finance & Administration

2 weeks ago


Nyahururu, Laikipia, Kenya Top of the Hill Girls Junior and Senior School Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

To Apply: Submit your CV, Cover Letter and Copies of your Certificates to by Wednesday, 1st October 2025. Ensure that the subject line reads: Application – School Bursar.

TOP OF THE HILL GIRLS JUNIOR AND SENIOR SCHOOL

'Where potential meets opportunity'

About the School
:

Top of the Hill Girls Junior & Senior School is a Christian, non-profit boarding school located in Laikipia County along the Nyahururu–Rumuruti Road. The school is set to open its doors in January 2026 with a bold mission: to empower bright young women from underserved backgrounds through academic excellence, character development, and holistic growth.

We are looking for a highly skilled, ethical, and motivated School Bursar to manage all financial and administrative functions and contribute to ensuring the school's operations uphold accountability, transparency, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the day-to-day management of the school's finances, accounting systems, and financial reporting.
  • Oversee student billing, receivables, tuition management, sponsorship accounting, and collections.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, financial policies, and internal controls.
  • Prepare budgets, monitor expenditure, and ensure prudent financial management.
  • Manage procurement, contracts, and vendor relations while ensuring value-for-money.
  • Supervise support staff under the bursar's office and coordinate with auditors and regulators.
  • Safeguard the school's assets through proper record-keeping and risk management.
  • Provide timely financial reports to management and the school board.
  • Support school operations including facilities, purchasing, and logistics.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • CPA (K) and membership in ICPAK (in good standing).
  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in financial management, preferably within the education sector or a large institution.
  • Proven experience with budgeting, internal controls, audits, and statutory compliance.
  • Strong IT skills and experience with Financial Management Information Systems (FMIS) and accounting software.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • High level of integrity, accountability, and professional ethics.

Core Competencies:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Impeccable character, maturity, and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
  • Commitment to the school's Christian ethos and mission.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit:

  1. An updated CV
  2. Copies of academic and professional certificates
  3. A cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the school's vision and the bursar role.

Deadline for Applications:

1
st

October 2025

Applications should be sent via email to: with the subject line Application – School Bursar.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.