Vacancy: Financial Manager

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the post of Financial Manager at the Grenada Cocoa Association (GCA).

Job Description:

The Financial Manager is responsible for the management of the association’s finances, the maintenance of adequate records thereon, and the preparation and presentation of relevant reports in a timely and accurate manner.

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Supervising the accounts department at head office
2. Supporting the accounting function in the GCA
3. Preparation of monthly financial reports and annual budget
4. Preparation of accounts for external audit
5. Represent the accounts department at management meetings
6. Preparation of annual review of accounting functions
7. Monitoring of internal audit function
8. Preparation of cash flows and sundry financial reports
9. Checking of payroll and shipping documents
10. Represent the GCA in cases of dispute/queries with creditors and debtors
11. Ensure that adequate insurance coverage are maintained on GCA’s assets
12. Assist in coordinating the financial strategy of the GCA
13. Any other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time

 Minimum education/experience requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, or
• Professional Certificate in Accounting: ACCA, CPA, or similar certification
• At least 5 years’ experience in an Accounting or Financial Management position within a Finance/Accounting Department
• Valid driver’s licence

Required Competencies:

• Proficient in the use of Point of Sale (POS), QuickBooks, and similar accounting software
• Knowledgeable of MS Office 365 software with advanced skills MS Excel
• Results-oriented and sound decision-making ability
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement strategies, procedures, and work standards
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be self-directed and meet deadlines
• Knowledgeable of financial modelling and forecasting techniques
• Proven knowledge of financial analysis and strategy
• Possess strong leadership and management skills
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in farmers’ meetings and to the Board of Directors
• Capable of travelling to different processing stations of the GCA to record stocks

Cover letter along with curriculum vitae should be submitted to:

The General Manager
Grenada Cocoa Association
GCNA Complex
Kirani James Boulevard
P O Box 3649
St George’s

or email: [email protected]

The application deadline is 29 February 2024

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