DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND DMINISTRATION
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:
DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Director, Finance and Administration has overall responsibility for the Agency’s financial direction as well as for its administration, procurement and ICT functions.
Accordingly, the incumbent provides leadership in all aspects of the agency’s financial operations and manages all treasury functions. The incumbent also provides accurate and timely financial information and reports to facilitate the decision making process and ensures compliance with all statutory requirements, such as those associated with the Public Bodies Management and Accountability (PBMA) Act and the Financial Administration and Audit (FAA) Act.
Minimum Required Qualification And Experience
- Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Management Studies, Accounting, Economics or equivalent qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounts or ACCA certification
- Training in government accounting
- Training in Auditing and Budgeting
- Knowledge of investment banking and ICT
- At least four (4) years experience in a senior management capacity
- At least eight (8) years overall experience, with demonstrated understanding of the corporate management functions
Core Competences
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong team building and cooperation skills
- Excellent analytical thinking skills
- Excellent customer service and quality focus skills
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications
- Good adaptability skills and the ability to prioritize amongst conflicting demands and make rational decisions based upon a sound understanding of the facts
Technical Competencies
- In-depth knowledge of Government Accounting Procedures and the GOJ Financial Administration and Audit (FAA) Act.
- Comprehensive knowledge of government’s budgetary procedures
- Excellent knowledge of internationally accepted accounting principles, practices and standards
- Good understanding of market forces, investment analysis and portfolio management
- Proficiency in the use of spreadsheets and computerized accounting systems
- Sound knowledge of the Public Bodies Management and Accountability Act
- Sound knowledge of government’s HR policies, procedures and regulations
- Excellent knowledge of government’s procurement rules and guidelines
- Knowledge of government’s policies and guidelines relating to Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
GOJ Salary Scale – (GMG/SEG 4) $3,154,073 p.a. - $3,749, 202 p.a.)
Applications along with detailed résumés should be submitted no later than, June 27, 2022, to:
Manager, Human Resources Management and Development
Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation
JANAAC thanks all applicants but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.