ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

The Administrative & Financial Controller is responsible for leading and overseeing the administrative, financial, and accounting functions of the Guyana operation, ensuring the integrity of financial information, compliance with tax and regulatory requirements, effective management of company resources, and the implementation of internal controls that support sound business decision-making.

The main objectives of the position include:

1.     Ensure the integrity, accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of financial information by overseeing the complete accounting cycle.

2.     Ensure compliance with Guyana's tax, financial, and regulatory requirements, as well as corporate policies and procedures.

3.     Maintain an effective internal control system that minimizes financial and operational risks.

4.     Provide timely financial and administrative information to support strategic decision-making by the General Manager and Corporate Headquarters.

5.     Oversee the effective management of the branch's financial, administrative, and treasury resources.

6.     Lead the administrative and accounting team, fostering a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and compliance.

EDUCATION

Required:

1.     Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

2.     Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Preferred:

1.     Licentiate or higher in Accounting or Finance.

2.     Professional certification in Accounting or Finance (ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate should have:

1.     At least seven (7) years of experience in accounting and financial management.

2.     At least four (4) years of leadership experience.

3.     Experience preparing and interpreting financial statements.

4.     Experience in budgeting, auditing, and internal controls.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

The following technical knowledge will be assessed during the recruitment process:

§  Ful accounting cycle.

§  Preparation and interpretation of financial statements.

§  International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

§  Tax and regulatory legislation applicable in Guyana.

§  Internal and external auditing.

§  Budget preparation and budget control.

§  Financial planning and analysis.

§  Cash flow and treasury management.

§  Internal controls and risk management.

§  Financial performance indicators (KPIs).

§  Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel).

§  Financial ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).

LANGUAGES

§  Required: Advanced English (written and spoken).

§  Preferred: Intermediate Spanish.

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS

§  Demostrates strategic thinking and strong business acumen.

§  Leads continuous improvement initiatives while promoting a culture of compliance and internal control.

§  Communicates clearly, effectively, and professionally with stakeholders at all organizational levels.

§  Builds and maintains trusted relationships with internal customers, suppliers, and external authorities.

§  Makes sound decisions based on financial analysis and business insights.

§  Promotes collaboration and supports the development of team members.

§  Demonstrates the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

The Administrative & Financial Controller shall be responsible for, among others:

1.     Oversee the complete accounting cycle, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

2.     Coordinate the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

3.     Coordinate and supervise monthly and year-end financial closing processes.

4.     Prepare financial analyses and executive reports for the General Manager and Corporate Headquarters.

5.     Monitor the annual budget, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.

6.     Oversee cash flow management, bank reconciliations, and the availability of financial resources.

7.     Coordinate payments to suppliers, financial obligations, and tax commitments.

8.     Ensure timely compliance with all tax and regulatory obligations in accordance with Guyanese legislation.

9.     Develop and maintain internal controls to ensure proper resource management and mitigate financial risks.

10.  Coordinate internal and external audits, responding promptly to audit requirements and ensuring the implementation of corrective actions.

11.  Oversee the proper administration and safeguarding of financial and administrative documentation.

12.  Manage relationships with financial institutions, external auditors, consultants, and government authorities, as required.

13.  Supervise the branch's administrative processes, including administrative contracts, general services, company assets, and administrative procurement, when applicable.

14.  Ensure compliance with corporate policies and organizational compliance requirements.

15.  Identify opportunities to improve administrative, financial, and accounting processes by promoting operational efficiency initiatives.

16.  Coordinate the development of financial and administrative performance indicators (KPIs) to measure business performance.

17.  Serve as the financial and administrative liaison between the Guyana branch and Corporate Headquarters.

18.  Lead, coach, and evaluate the performance of the team under their responsibility.

19.  Actively participate in leadership meetings by providing financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

20.  Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on financial and administrative matters.

21.  Perform any other duties related to the position assigned by the immediate supervisor.