Financial Account 1
Description of Role
The Financial Accountant 1 reports to the Director of Finance and manages the accounting operations of the Department. He/she will provide yearly, quarterly and monthly reports to the Director.Â
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The Accountant will also develop partnerships throughout the University College and provide critical decision-making support, implement and maintain a system of internal controls to ensure the University College’s assets are safeguarded and all financial reporting are prepared in compliance with accounting policies and the Internal Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Â
He /she will guide, mentor and manage a team of accounting professionals including the Accounts Receivables team, Financial Reporting and Accounting Clerks.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
- At least three (3) years’ experience in a similar position
- A master’s degree in accounting and further certifications may increase your competitive edge and lead to opportunities for advancement.
- Excellent knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices
- Interpersonal and strong analytical skills
- Good knowledge of relevant computer applications and software and database systems used in financial reporting.
- Proficiency with spreadsheet programmes.Â
- An analytical mind
- Must be detail oriented with expert knowledge of accounting procedures and financial reporting practices.
- Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships
- Must have effective verbal and written communication skills, multi-tasking, organizational and prioritization skills
- Ability to use The MICO’s School Management System (SMS)
- Problem analysis and problem solving skills
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Deadline-orientated and an ability to stick to time constraints
Interested applicants should send their cover letters and resume to:
The Director, Human Resource Department,
1A Marescaux Road,
Kingston 5
OR
via email to themicouniversity.hrd@themico.edu.jm
Kindly indicate in the subject line, the title of the position for which you are applying in your email to us.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.