Finance Officer, Barbados

The Finance Officer plays a key role in the finance department, supporting a range of financial tasks.

Job Summary:

The Finance Officer is a pivotal member of the Finance Department, responsible for supporting core financial operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role encompasses payroll verification, balance sheet reconciliation, asset management, journal postings, and support for payables, receivables, and reporting. The Finance Officer also acts as a backup across key finance functions and liaises with internal and external stakeholders to uphold financial integrity.

Job Description: 

1. Stale Dated Cheques

2. Accounts Receivable Support

3. A&P Spend and Commitments

4. Journal Entries

5. Fixed Asset Register

6. Payroll Accuracy

7. Foreign Payables

8. Balance Sheet Reconciliation

9. Purchase Book Management

10. Backup Finance Functions

• Provide cross-functional backup in:

  • Accounts Payable: Process vendor payments.

  • Payroll: Ensure accurate payroll processing.

  • Accounts Receivable: Support collections and sales reconciliation.

11. Additional Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance Manager with financial reporting and analysis as required.

• Maintain compliance with internal controls and company accounting policies.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

• Currently pursuing or enrolled in a professional accounting designation is preferred

• Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience

• Experience in both Accounts Payable and Receivable is an advantage

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

• Experience in the beverage/export/manufacturing industry