Location: Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Closing Date: 15 August 2025
Company Name: St Benedict School
Commencement Date:
01 October 2025
Position Overview
St Benedict School, a Catholic, independent co-educational school, is seeking a suitably qualified Financial Controller to manage all financial aspects of the school. The role requires strong financial management skills, reporting to the Board and Principal, with oversight of budgeting, reporting, compliance, and accounts management.
Key Requirements
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Relevant financial qualification from an accredited institution
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Experience in a school environment (advantageous but not essential)
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Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
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Proficiency in financial software and IT packages
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Alignment with the ethos of the school
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain a full set of accounts up to trial balance
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Process income, expenditure, and petty cash
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Invoice and monitor monthly school fee collections
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Manage and control outstanding debtors
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Approve and track expenditures and payments
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Oversee bank accounts
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Prepare annual budgets and progress reports
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Prepare financial records for audits
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Process payroll and statutory deductions
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Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and SARS reports
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Maintain financial records and filing systems
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Report on financial matters to the Board and Principal
Application Instructions
📧 Submit a two-page CV and letter of motivation to:
Email: secretary@stbenedictschool.co.za
📅 Application Deadline: 15 August 2025
Additional Information
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview
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St Benedict School reserves the right not to fill this position