Company: John Mackenzie School
Location: Francistown
Job Type: FULL_TIME
Apply Before: 2026-08-27
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School Finance Manager – John Mackenzie School
Accounting / Finance
Francistown
July 27, 2026
Full Time
Contract
Job Description
John Mackenzie School invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Botswana citizens for the position of School Finance Manager. As one of Botswana’s leading independent schools, with more than 127 years of educational excellence, we are seeking an individual who will contribute to the school’s continued financial sustainability and operational excellence.
Job Summary
Type:
full-time
Location:
Francistown
Category:
Finance
Closing Date:
2026-08-27
Key Responsibilities
Manage the school’s financial operations, accounting records and annual budgets.
Prepare monthly management accounts, reconciliations and financial reports.
Oversee school fee administration, debt collection and revenue management.
Maintain the school’s asset register and financial controls.
Coordinate annual budgeting, external audits and statutory reporting.
Support the Principals and the Board of Governors with financial planning, forecasting and strategic reporting.
Administer payroll processes where applicable.
Ensure compliance with Ministry regulations, statutory requirements and audit recommendations.
Requirements
Applicants must be citizens of the Republic of Botswana.
Be a Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, ACCA or an equivalent internationally recognised professional accounting qualification.
Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management or a related field.
Have a minimum of three to five years’ relevant experience in financial management, preferably within an educational institution or similarly complex organisation.
Be registered with the Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA), where applicable.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of financial management systems, budgeting, accounting principles, procurement processes and financial controls.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), Sage Pastel Partner and Sage Premier Payroll.
Have strong organisational, administrative and communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently while maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality and professional ethics.
Experience with school financial management systems and public-sector financial procedures will be an added advantage.
High level of integrity.
Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Salary
competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience
How to Apply
Applicants should submit:
A statement of suitability (cover letter) outlining how their qualifications, experience and professional strengths align with the essential requirements and key responsibilities of the position;
A detailed curriculum vitae;
Certified copies of qualifications and academic transcripts; and
Three contactable professional referees. Applications should be submitted via email to:
reachus@skyjobs.co.bw
Closing date: 27 August 2026 Safeguarding & Child Protection John Mackenzie School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to provide a valid Botswana Police Clearance Certificate prior to appointment. Applicants who are Botswana citizens and have resided outside Botswana will also be required to provide police clearance certificates (or equivalent background checks) from the relevant country or countries of residence, where applicable.
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