ST ALBAN’S COLLEGE
VACANCY: FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR
Finance Department
Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
About the Role & Introduction
St Alban’s College is seeking a proactive, energetic, and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our dynamic Finance team. St Alban’s College is a premier independent boys’ boarding and day school known for its commitment to academic excellence, holistic education, and vibrant community spirit.
The successful candidate will play a critical operational role in supporting the financial administration of school events, extracurricular tours, asset management, stock control, and daily finance operations. This position requires a service-focused individual who excels at building collaborative relationships with parents, staff, suppliers, and service providers while maintaining high standards of financial accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Event & Activity Financial Administration: Administer and coordinate all financial aspects of school tours, outings, camps, and other non-compulsory events.
- Systems Management: Set up, configure, and maintain event payment schedules on the College’s payment and cashless systems.
- Revenue Collection & Follow-up: Proactively follow up on outstanding event payments, handle fee queries, and provide regular collection and status updates to management.
- Catering & Kitchen Account Management: Serve as the key liaison between the Finance Department and the catering service provider, managing daily catering numbers and conducting precise reconciliations of the Kitchen account.
- Fixed Asset Control: Maintain the College’s Fixed Asset Register and support periodic physical asset verification and auditing processes
- Stocktaking & Inventory Oversight: Manage and actively participate in scheduled stock takes across key campus units, including the clothing store, tuck shop, bars, kitchen equipment, and crockery.
- General Finance & Reporting: Assist with general finance administration, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and administrative ad-hoc duties as required by the Finance Manager.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- Matric qualification (Grade 12 or equivalent).
- At least three (3) years of relevant finance administration experience.
- Sound understanding of basic accounting and financial administration principles.
- High proficiency in accounting software, stock management systems, and cash collection/payment applications.
- Strong command of Microsoft Office applications, specifically MS Excel, MS Word, and Google Suite / Workspace.
- High level of numerical accuracy, exceptional attention to detail, and proven ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Strong administrative, organisational, and interpersonal communication skills.
Advantageous Experience & Personal Attributes
Advantageous Qualifications:
- Prior financial or administrative experience within a school or educational environment.
- Demonstrated experience with inventory management, stock controls, and fixed asset administration.
Key Personal Attributes:
- Energetic, self-motivated, and proactive approach to daily tasks.
- Service-focused mindset with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact professionally, tactfully, and effectively with parents, academic staff, suppliers, and third-party service providers.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications containing the following documents:
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three contactable references.
- A tailored Cover Letter outlining your suitability and enthusiasm for the position.
Applications will only be received by email:
Email: hr@stalbanscollege.com
Reference/ Subject: FA27
Date of Commencement: January 2027
Closing Date: 31 October 2026
If you have not heard from the College within three weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. St Alban’s College reserves the right to not fill this position.
St Alban’s College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
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