Senior Accountant

This role is within our Finance Shared Service Center where you will be responsible for all aspects of the financial accounts for one Company within the Group

A little about us

The Guardsman Group stands on over 40 years of experience, unmatched technical capabilities and the unwavering belief in the right of safety for all. Each and every day, our matchless range of services puts Guardsman in the lives of people in every corner of Jamaica and throughout the Caribbean. We’ve pioneered technologies and perfected procedures to give our customers the best solutions for their homes and businesses. As we enter another decade, we continue to be the industry leader. Today, Guardsman consists of 13 companies and over seven thousand talented staffers who are proud to call themselves a Guardsman. 

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparation of Monthly Financial accounts, variance reporting and supplementary analysis including commentary for internal reporting to the assigned company’s Managing Director, and for reporting to the Board of Directors on a monthly basis according to strict and tight deadlines.
• P&L variance reporting to Senior Management
• Reconciliation and control of all balance sheet accounts. Preparation and detailed understanding of full balance sheet on a monthly basis and will include reconciliation of similar accounts across all divisions.
• Full responsibility for monthly and quarterly Tax returns for the company.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Liaise with other Senior accountants in reconciling Intercompany P&L and BS accounts every month.
• Preparation of quarterly statements for inclusion in the Group Consolidation Package
• Raise monthly invoices to subsidiaries for overhead contributions.
• Preparation of P&L schedules for audits and external requests
• Ensure compliance with Group’s accounting policies and procedures, and update / improve our internal procedures to comply and to be in line with on-going changes and developments.

A Little Bit About You

• Ability to carry out routine financial tasks with a strong focus on accuracy and quality
• PC literate for various software packages: SAGE 300, Oracle Net Suite
• Must be proficient in MS Office with Excel to an intermediate standard (v-look ups, pivot tables, etc.)
• Flexible approach to working hours to ensure strict deadlines are met

Minimum Qualifications

• First Degree in Accounting or related field/ACCA II
• 2-3 years relevant accounting experience