Assistant Bursar

Assistant Bursar – Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka

Job Overview

The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka is inviting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Bursar under its Non-Academic Vacancies – 2026.

Job Title: Assistant Bursar
Organization: Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Government Jobs, Accounting & Finance, HR & Administration
Salary Scale: U-EX 1(II)
Closing Date: 31 August 2026

Position Details

The Assistant Bursar will serve in the financial and administrative functions of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka, supporting the university’s financial management, accounting and related administrative activities.

The position is part of the University’s Non-Academic Vacancies – 2026 recruitment. The University is seeking qualified candidates for the Assistant Bursar position.

Company Overview

The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka is a national university established under the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka Act No. 74 of 1981.

The University’s main administrative building is located at:

No. 37, Moragahahena Road, Pitipana Town, Homagama, Sri Lanka

The University operates from its Homagama premises and provides higher education and related academic and administrative services.

Qualifications & Experience

The advertisement image specifies that applications are invited from qualified candidates, with detailed qualifications and application information available through the University’s official vacancy documentation.

For the Assistant Bursar position, candidates should have qualifications relevant to accounting, finance and university financial administration.

The University’s published recruitment information for the Assistant Bursar position identifies qualifications including recognized accounting/finance degrees and professional accounting qualifications, subject to the applicable recruitment category and scheme of recruitment. (Buddhist Pali University Sri Lanka)

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Bursar is expected to support the financial administration of the University, including areas such as:

• Financial administration and accounting activities.
• Preparation and management of financial information.
• Budget preparation and expenditure monitoring.
• Financial reporting and documentation.
• Administration of income and expenditure.
• Supporting the management of university funds and financial resources.
• Assisting with audit and financial control requirements.
• Supporting the Bursar and Finance Division in the effective administration of university financial activities.

The University’s Finance Division handles functions including budget preparation, financial reporting, income and expenditure administration, student fee collection and scholarship/bursary-related financial activities.

Required Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of accounting and financial management.
• Good analytical and numerical skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work responsibly with confidential financial information.
• Computer literacy and ability to use relevant office and financial systems.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a university administrative team.
• High level of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Scale: U-EX 1(II)

Salary: Rs. 85,305 – 3 × Rs. 2,020 – Rs. 91,365 (EB) – Rs. 93,765 – 12 × Rs. 2,400 – Rs. 122,565 per month.

The applicable salary will be determined according to the relevant University and government salary provisions.

How to Apply

Applicants should obtain the prescribed application and detailed qualification information from the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka.

Duly completed applications together with certified copies of relevant certificates and experience documents should be forwarded under registered post.

The post applied for should be clearly indicated on the top-left corner of the envelope.

Applications should be addressed to:

Deputy Registrar (Administration)
Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka
No. 37, Moragahahena Road
Pitipana Town
Homagama

Applications should reach the University on or before 31 August 2026.

The receipt of the registered post should also be submitted to the University.

Important Notes

• Closing Date: 31 August 2026.
• The position is an Assistant Bursar under the University’s Non-Academic Vacancies – 2026.
• Applicants should submit certified copies of relevant certificates and experience documents.
• The position carries the U-EX 1(II) salary scale.
• The application should clearly indicate the post applied for on the top-left corner of the envelope.
• Applications should be submitted under registered post.
• The University may apply the relevant recruitment scheme and eligibility requirements when assessing applications.
• The application address is No. 37, Moragahahena Road, Pitipana Town, Homagama, Sri Lanka.

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