Financial Controller (Kingston, Jamaica) - Pesticides Control Authority (PGA)

 

 Pesticides Control Authority (PGA)

An Agency of The Ministry Of Health and Wellness

Job Vacancy for

Financial Controller (FMG/PA 2)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants to fill the vacant position of Financial Controller with the Pesticides Control Authority.

Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the Registrar, the Financial Controller is responsible for managing the financial operations of the Pesticides Control Authority to ensure the proper acquisition and utilization of funds and assets in accordance with government policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the implementation of all accounting functions of the Authority.
• Assist the Registrar in preparing all PCA Budgets.
• Monitor the performance through appropriate reports based on analysis and interpretation of financial data relating to cash flow.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for submission by the Registrar to the PCA Board in accordance with the Public Bodies and Accountability Act.
• Manage and supervise all activities related to financial accounting.
• Prepare an investment portfolio and report on investment performance.
• Prepare and submit quarterly reports on contracts to the Office of the Contractor General.
• Supervise the Accounting Technician.

Technician Responsibilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the FAA Act;
• Knowledge of computer information systems, security, regulation and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of the network operating system;
• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer software including Turbopay, Peachtree, Spreadsheet and other computer applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Government Accounting Principles and Practices.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Ability to compile and prepare narrative and statistical reports;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and conviction of purpose in unfavorable/unpopular situations;
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative, professionalism and confidentiality;
• Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties;
• Maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Ability to compile and prepare narrative and statistical reports;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and conviction of purpose in unfavorable/unpopular situations;
• Ability to prioritize among conflicting demands;
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative, professionalism and confidentiality:
• Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties;
• Maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• BSc Degree in Accounting or Management Studies and three (3) years' experience; Or
• Associate Degree in Accounting with ACCA qualification and five (5) years' experience.

Three (3) year contract (renewable) at Government pay scale (FMG/ PA 2). Application and resume with three (3) references should be submitted no later than 4:00 pm on Friday, August 2, 2024 via email to pca@caribpesticides.net or deliver, addressed to: Registrar, Pesticides Control Authority, 50 Half Way Tree Road, Kingston 5.

We thank applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Financial Controller Needed (Kingston, Jamaica)

 A statutory organization invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following contractual position: Financial Controller - Head Office.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director, the incumbent is responsible for coordinating the preparation of Financial Accounts. Budget, the day to day activities and financial transactions within the Accounting Department as it relates to income and expenditure and Payroll activities.

Qualification:

• A First Degree in Accounting and related studies from an accredited University.
• Five to seven (5-7) years' experience in the field.
• Three (3) years' experience in a supervisory position.

Skills/Competences:

• Excellent knowledge of Government Accounting procedures and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Full command of Microsoft Suite and Accounting Software.
• Excellent time management and organizing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate high levels of initiative and professionalism.
• Ability to plan work to meet timelines.

Classification/Salary:

Financial Management Group (FMG/PA 3)

Completed Application and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae should be submitted to: hrmad2019@gmail.com no later than Monday, August 15th, 2022.

Financial Controller Needed (Kingston, Jamaica) - Worldnet Microfinance Limited

Worldnet Microfinance Limited invites applications for the following position:

Financial Controller

The ideal candidates should have the following:

• ACCA/CPA/CMA qualified or related field; at least five (5) years in senior management; a compelling record of driving business growth in a similar position.
• A background that demonstrates sound commercial judgement and understanding of the necessary synergy between operations and commercial functions, opportunity and risk.
• Technology savvy, organized and focused, with a record of management support/guidance on how to read and create value from the performance numbers they see.
• A confident communicator and agile thinker, responsive and technically sound, successful at building alliances, and who interacts credibly and comfortably at all levels.
• Up to date with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Must have an auditing experience. 
• Must be a Chartered Accountant.
• Must understand the IRS.


• Knowledge of the Microfinance industry and governing applications.
• Relationship management skills and openness to feedback
• High ethical standards.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial issues.
• Ability to analyze and make recommendations, alongside the capacity to drive through key business changes.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting fundamentals.
• Compliance and solutions oriented.
• Proficiency in using Accounting software.
• Must be a strategic thinker, with a proven track record of success.

Interested persons should submit a cover letter and an updated resume to the email address: 

hrd@worldnet.com.jm

Attention: Human Resource Department

Deadline: July 1, 2022.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.