Bursar at Mater Ecclesiae St. Carlo Acutis School of Discernment for Joyful Vocation

About the Role

• The Bursar holds full responsibility for the financial management of the Centre. She ensures that all income, expenditure, accounts, and financial reporting are managed accurately, transparently, and in accordance with the arrangements approved by Mater Ecclesiae Monastery.
• The Centre operates on a not-for-profit basis, and the Bursar is custodian of that financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, accounts, and ledgers for the Centre
• Prepare monthly financial reports for the Centre Director and periodic reports for the Advisory Council
• Record, receipt, and account for all income — including donations, grants, and sponsorships — in accordance with arrangements approved by the Centre Director and Mater Ecclesiae Monastery. The Bursar does not negotiate, accept, or commit to income arrangements independently.
• Process expenditure in accordance with the Centre's approved budget and financial procedures, as authorised by the Centre Director
• Maintain accurate records of all bank transactions and cash flow, and prepare regular reconciliations for review by the Centre Director. Banking authorities, signatories, and payment systems are established and controlled by the Centre Director and Mater Ecclesiae Monastery.
• Develop and maintain financial procedures, controls, and policies for the Centre
• Ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian financial and tax regulations
• Advise the Centre Director on financial planning, budget management, and resource allocation

Who We Are Looking For

• A female qualified accountant or finance professional — ACA (ICAN), ACCA, or equivalent Nigerian qualification.
• Experience in financial management, preferably in a not-for-profit, educational, or Church institution.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial record-keeping systems.
• Absolute integrity, accuracy, and transparency in financial matters.
• Understanding of Nigerian financial regulations and tax requirements.
• Alignment with Catholic values and the mission of the Centre.
• A Police Character Certificate and satisfactory reference checks.