Financial Accounting Manager

Provide advice to the Leadership and Management teams with regards to improving operational and financial performance of the various divisions.
Timely preparation of the monthly accounts through the supervision of Finance and Accounting staff – directly or indirectly - for the division/entities to which you are assigned. These responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting in the preparation of monthly reviews, analytical reports and the preparation of annual budgets.
Responsibilities:
Ensure preparation of relevant financial statements within 5 working days, including explanations for variances to budget, prior periods and weekly profit & loss statements
Responsible for ensuring timely filing of returns and submission of Direct Funds Transfer Payment Advice for General Consumption Tax (GCT), Statutory Payroll Taxes, Environmental Protection Levy, Corporation and any other tax payments as they fall due
Review weekly operational reports and collaborating with Cost Accounting Manager to ensure there are no material differences between Monthly Financial Statements and Weekly Profit & Loss statements
Assist the Financial Reporting Manager with the preparation of PPT presentations for monthly Financial Review meetings
Ensure all relevant accounting schedules and reconciliations are completed by the 15th working day
Required to make on-site visits to each production facility/profit center under your responsibility
Discuss monthly financial statements with divisional managers with a view to staying current on the plans and projections of the entities/divisions to which assigned
Daily update of sub-ledger transactions to the general ledger
Prepare and review journal vouchers for compliance with Group accounting policy and approve posting to the general ledger
Ensure accounts receivable and payable aged listings are reviewed each period for division(s) to which you are assigned, in order to satisfy yourself that these listings agree to the balance in the general ledger as well as appear to be reasonable and properly maintained
Close management of sundry and other non-trade receivable balances
Oversight for Accounts Payable team for the group
Work with senior managers to implement policy decisions
Review loan applications from staff, farmers, and third parties
Assist with preparation of unscheduled reports to facilitate decision-making
Continually review internal control processes with a view to improving same
Facilitate/conduct staff training – in particular in-house training
Any other general duties reasonably assigned
Requirements:
First degree from an accredited institution ideally in finance or accounting
Professional accreditation for Finance / Accounting e.g. ACCA, CPA or equivalent
Seven (7) years’ experience in Accounting or Auditing management
Strong knowledge of current IFRS, Jamaican laws
An effective communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills for planning and budgeting
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office software applications
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Attention to detail in all work areas
Ability to implement company policies and procedures

Employment type
Open-Ended

Work arrangement
No