Finance Manager

We are hiring a Finance Manager in Kingston.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Finance Manager will lead and manage the finance function for the newspaper printing & distribution company North Beech Limited (Gleaner Observer Joint Venture). You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial control, accurate accounting, timely reporting, and efficient cash flow management. You will also supervise a team including cashiers, accounting clerks, and a purchasing officer. Your work will enable informed business decisions, safeguard assets, ensure compliance, and support growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Management & Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow) in accordance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS or local GAAP).
• Analyze financial results versus budget/forecast; explain variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Produce management reports and KPIs to support decision‑making by Head of Business and senior management.
• Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting and forecasting process.

Cash & Treasury Management:

• Oversee daily cash operations, ensure adequate liquidity for operations, manage bank relationships.
• Monitor cash flow forecasts; ensure timely collections and payment cycles.
• Ensure proper controls over cash handling (especially via cashiers in the field or at distribution points).

Supervision & Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor finance team members: cashiers, accounting clerks, purchasing officer.
• Set performance goals, deliver feedback, ensure training and development.
• Define and enforce standard operating procedures for financial and purchasing functions.

Accounting & Internal Controls:

• Maintain general ledger, ensure accurate and timely posting of transactions.
• Ensure reconciliations (bank, creditors, debtors, fixed assets, inventories) are completed regularly.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to minimize risk and prevent fraud/errors.
• Oversee the work of cashiers: reconcile cash receipts, ensure adherence to cash handling/invoicing procedures.

Purchasing & Cost Management:

• Work with the Purchasing Officer to oversee procurement of materials (e.g. paper, ink), equipment, supplies; ensure competitive pricing and vendor management.
• Monitor costs of printing and distribution; seek efficiencies and cost savings.
• Ensure purchasing complies with company policies and budgeting.

Compliance, Audit & Regulatory Requirements:

• Ensure compliance with tax laws, payroll, statutory deductions, and other local regulations.
• Prepare all required filings and returns on time.
• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors; ensure audit schedules, documentation and responses are prepared and in order.

Strategic Support:

• Participate in strategy discussions with senior management to shape financial implications of expansion, pricing, investments (e.g., new printing equipment, new distribution routes).
• Advise on financial risks and opportunities (e.g., foreign exchange, inflation, supply chain disruptions).

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification preferred (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CA).
• Minimum of 5‑7 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting / finance roles, including supervision of staff.
• Experience in manufacturing/production/distribution environment is an asset (printing industry is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS or local equivalent), financial reporting, budgeting, treasury.
• Solid skills in financial analysis, variance analysis, cost accounting.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, high level of integrity, ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with accounting software / ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Analytical thinking – ability to interpret financial data and draw actionable conclusions.
• Integrity & Ethics – ensure transparency, honesty, and ethical conduct.
• Team Leadership & Development – motivate, develop and hold accountable team members.
• Problem‑solving & Decision Making – good judgment, ability to make sound decisions especially under uncertainty.
• Communication – must be able to explain complex financial information clearly to non‑finance colleagues.
• Adaptability & Resilience – printing & distribution environments are often subject to volatile costs (fuel, paper, shipping); ability to manage change.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May require occasional overtime especially around month‑ends, audit periods, or when deadlines for tax/filings fall.
• Must work closely with operations, production, purchasing and distribution teams.